The UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2019 Essay Paper was conducted for candidates who qualified the Civil Services Preliminary Examination. The Essay paper carries 250 marks and evaluates a candidate’s ability to present ideas in a clear, logical, and well-structured manner.
On this page, you can find the UPSC CSE Mains Essay Question Paper 2019, official essay topics, exam pattern, important instructions, and the official UPSC PDF link.
UPSC CSE Mains Essay Paper 2019: Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2019 |
| Paper | Essay (Paper I) |
| Year | 2019 |
| Exam Stage | Main Examination |
| Maximum Marks | 250 |
| Time Allowed | 3 Hours |
| Essays to Attempt | 2 (One from Section A and One from Section B) |
| Word Limit | 1000-1200 words for each essay |
| Question Type | Descriptive |
| Medium | Any language authorized by UPSC in the Admission Certificate |
Question Paper Instructions
- The ESSAY must be written in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which must be stated clearly on the cover of the Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet in the space provided.
- No marks will be given for answers written in medium other than the authorized one.
- Word limit, as specified, should be adhered to.
- Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
UPSC CSE Mains Essay Question Paper 2019
Write two essays, choosing one topic from each of the following Sections A and B, in about 1000-1200 words each :
125×2=250
SECTION—A
- Wisdom finds truth.
- Values are not what humanity is, but what humanity ought to be.
- Best for an individual is not necessarily best for the society.
- Courage to accept and dedication to improve are two keys to success.
SECTION—B
- South Asian societies are woven not around the state, but around their plural cultures and plural identities.
- Neglect of primary health care and education in India are reasons for its backwardness.
- Biased media is a real threat to Indian democracy.
- Rise of Artificial Intelligence : the threat of jobless future or better job opportunities through reskilling and upskilling.
Official UPSC PDF
The official UPSC Civil Services (Main) Examination 2019 Essay Question Paper can be downloaded from the UPSC website.
Download Official UPSC CSE Mains Essay Question Paper 2019 (PDF)