Uttarakhand Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (Prelims) — Paper I – General Studies
About this Exam
Uttarakhand Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (Prelims) — Paper I (General Studies)
The Uttarakhand Combined State/Upper Subordinate Services (Prelims) — Paper I (General Studies) is a Preliminary Examination conducted by the Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC). This practice test helps you build speed and accuracy across core GK areas, enabling you to qualify for the next stage of the UKPSC recruitment process. Strong performance here supports your journey toward prestigious state government posts across Uttarakhand’s administrative services.
Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks | Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|
| History of India and Indian National Movement | ~19 | ~38 | ~12.7% |
| Geography of India and World | ~19 | ~38 | ~12.7% |
| Indian Polity and Governance | ~19 | ~38 | ~12.7% |
| Economic and Social Development | ~19 | ~38 | ~12.7% |
| General Science and Technology | ~19 | ~38 | ~12.7% |
| Environment and Ecology | ~19 | ~38 | ~12.7% |
| Current Events | ~19 | ~38 | ~12.7% |
| Uttarakhand Specific Knowledge | ~19 | ~38 | ~12.7% |
| Total | 150 | 300 | 100% |
What This Practice Test Covers
- History & freedom movement: modern Indian history, key events, personalities, and constitutional milestones.
- Polity, economy & society: governance, rights, schemes, development indicators, and social issues.
- Science, environment & current affairs: everyday science, technology basics, ecology, and recent updates.
- Uttarakhand focus: geography, culture, administration, rivers, schemes, and state-relevant facts.
Preparation Tips
Start with a daily revision routine: maintain short notes for polity, science, and environment, and update a current affairs log weekly. Practice timed mock questions to improve elimination strategies, since this paper is a 120-minute test with 150 questions and no negative marking. After each attempt, analyze topic-wise weak areas (especially Uttarakhand-specific and current events) and revise accordingly. Use previous-year style questions to align your speed and accuracy with UKPSC Prelims.