APSC CCE Mains 2023 General Studies-V (Paper-6) Previous Year Question Paper

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QUESTION PAPER INSTRUCTIONS

Please read each of the following instructions carefully before attempting questions.

• There are TWENTY questions printed in ENGLISH and ASSAMESE.
• All questions are compulsory.
• The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
• Answers to Question Nos. 1 to 10 should be in 150 words each, whereas answers to Question Nos. 11 to 20 should be in 250 words each.
• Keep the word limit indicated in the questions in mind.
• Any page or portion of the page left blank in the Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet must be clearly struck off.

QUESTIONS (1–20)

The English questions below have been reproduced from the official APSC CCE Mains 2023 General Studies-V (Paper-6) Question Paper for educational and reference purposes. Candidates can also view the official Question Paper PDF at the end of this page.

Questions 1–10

Answer each question in 150 words. Each question carries 10 marks.

1. “The Gaon Pradhan are the eyes and ears of the district administration of Assam.” Put forward any four arguments in support of this statement.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

2. What is the ‘Vistarita Kanaklata Mahila Sabalikaran Yojana’ aimed at? Discuss the benefits available to Self Help Groups (SHGs) of Assam under this scheme.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

3. Describe the course of the Brahmaputra river from its source to mouth.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

4. Suggest steps for qualitative improvement in agriculture in Assam through cropping diversification.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

5. In your opinion, what should be the primary considerations while formulating an economic welfare scheme for the rural population in Assam?

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

6. How does the granting of a Geographical Indication (GI) Tag to Majuli Masks and Majuli Manuscripts impact the cultural preservation and artisan empowerment within the region?

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

7. Discuss the social and economic impacts of the Brahmaputra river erosion in Assam.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

8. What is “People’s Biodiversity Register (PBR)”? How does it empower rural people? What process is followed in preparing a PBR?

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

9. “The mega Bihu dance performance by more than 11000 dancers and artists at Sarusajai Stadium, Guwahati on 13th April, 2023 not only created a Guinness World Record but also catapulted the cultural identity of Assam into the world stage.” Examine the statement.

   (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

10. Describe how cultural exchange programmes in border areas can be helpful in maintaining peace and development in the border areas of North-Eastern Region.

    (Answer in 150 words) [10 Marks]

Questions 11–20

Answer each question in 250 words. Each question carries 15 marks.

11. Discuss the major factors responsible for migration of population into Assam and state its probable socio-economic consequences.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

12. “Smart cities in India cannot sustain without smart villages.” Examine this statement in the context of Assam.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

13. “Employment prospect of Assamese youth at national level is very limited without adequate knowledge of English language.” Critically analyse the statement.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

14. Is climate change a disaster risk? How is disaster risk magnified by climate change? Discuss with reference to disasters in Assam.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

15. Discuss the events leading to the signing of the Yandabo Treaty on 24th February, 1826.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

16. What do you mean by extreme weather events? Have you observed any such event in recent years in Assam? What could be the impacts of such events? Discuss with examples.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

17. Give your comments on the need of fusion in Assamese music for the sake of wider acceptability.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

18. “Assam has the potential to accelerate development of tourism through innovative presentation of various indigenous festivals, cuisine and music of the State.” Substantiate the statement with reasons.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

19. Illustrate with suitable examples how the Government of Assam has encouraged young generation to opt for a career in sports.

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]

20. “Rural life of Assam is beautifully depicted in Assamese films.” Analyze the statement with examples. How is Assamese rural life reflected in the movies of Jahnu Barua or Rima Das?

    (Answer in 250 words) [15 Marks]