| Re: TNPSC Group II Examination Syllabus
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TNPSC Group 2 Preliminary:
GENERAL SCIENCE
Physics-Universe-General Scientific laws-Scientific instruments-Inventions and discoveries-National scientific laboratories-Science glossary-Mechanics and properties of matter-Physical quantities,standards and units-Force, motion and energy-electricity and Magnetism-Heat, light and sound-Atomic and nuclear physics.
Chemistry-Elements and Compounds-Acids,bases and salts-Oxidation and reduction-Chemistry of ores and metals-Carbon, nitrogen and their compounds-Fertilizers, pesticides, insecticides.
Botany-Main Concepts of life science-The cell-basic unit of life-Classification of living organism--Nutrition and dietetics-Respiration
Zoology-Blood and blood circulation-Endocrine system-Reproductive system-Genetics the science of heredity-Environment, ecology, health and hygiene, Bio- diversity and its conservation-Human diseases, prevention and remedies-Communicable diseases and non-communicable diseases
CURRENT EVENTS
History:- Latest diary of events -National - National symbols - Profile of States - Eminent persons & places in news - Sports & games - Books & authors - Awards & honours - Latest historical events - India and its neighbors - Appointments - who is who?
Political Science:- Problem in conduct of public elections - Political parties and political system in India-Public awareness & General administration -Role of Voluntary organizations & Govt., - Welfare oriented govt, schemes,their utility
Geography:- Geographical landmarks - Policy on environment and ecology -
Economics:- Current socio - economic problems New economic policy & govt. sector
Science :- Latest inventions on science & technology Latest discoveries in Health Science Mass media & communication
GEOGRAPHY
Earth and Universe-Solar system-Atmosphere hydrosphere, lithosphere-Monsoon, rainfall,weather and climate-Water resources-rivers in IndiaSoil,minerals & natural resources Natural vegetation-Forest & wildlife-Agricultural pattern, livestock & fisheries-Social geographypopulation density and distribution-Natural calamities-disaster management.
HISTORY AND CULTURE OF INDIA
South Indian history Culture and Heritage of Tamil people Advent of European invasion Expansion and consolidation of British ruleEffect of British rule on socioeconomic factors Social reforms and religious movementsIndia since independence Characteristics of Indian culture42 Unity in diversity race, colour, language, customIndiaas secular stateOrganizations for fine arts, dance, drama, musicGrowth of rationalist, Dravidian movement in TNPolitical parties and populist schemes Prominent personalities in the various spheres Arts, Science, literature and Philosophy Mother Teresa, Swami Vivekananda, Pandit Ravishankar , M.S.Subbulakshmi, Rukmani Arundel and J.Krishnamoorthy etc.
INDIAN POLITY
Constitution of India Preamble to the constitution Salient features of constitution Union, State and territory Fundamental rights Fundamental duties Human rights charter Union legislature Parliament State executive. State Legislature assembly Status of Jammu & Kashmir. Local government panchayat raj Tamil Nadu Judiciary in India Rule of law/Due process of law Indian federalism center state relations Emergency provisions Elections Election Commission Union and State Amendments to constitution Schedules to constitution Administrative reforms & tribunals Corruption in public life Anticorruption measures Central Vigilance Commission, lokadalats, Ombudsman, Comptroller and Auditor General of India Right to information Central and State Commission Empowerment of women.
INDIAN ECONOMY
Nature of Indian economy Fiveyear plan modelsan assessmentLand reforms & agriculture Application of science in agricultureIndustrial growthRole of public sector & disinvestment Development of infrastructure National income Rural welfare oriented programmes Social sector problems population, education, health, employment, poverty HRD sustainable economicgrowthEconomictrendsinTamilNaduEnergyDiffe rentsourcesanddevelopment FinanceCommissionPlanningCommissionNationalDevelop mentCouncil
INDIAN NATIONAL MOVEMENT
Early uprising against British rule1857 Revolt Indian National CongressEmergence of national leadersGandhi, Nehru, Tagore, Netaji Growth of militant movements Communalism led to partitionRole of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle Rajaji, VOC, Periyar, Bharathiar& OthersBirth of political parties /political system in India since independence
APTITUDE& MENTAL ABILITY TESTS
Conversion of information to dataCollection, compilation and presentation of data Tables, graphs, diagrams Analytical interpretation of data Simplification Percentage Highest Common Factor (HCF)Lowest Common Multiple (LCM)Ratio and ProportionSimple interestCompound interestAreaVolumeTime and Work Decision making and problem solvingLogical Reasoning PuzzlesDiceVisual Reasoning Alpha numeric ReasoningNumber Series Logical Number/Alphabetical/Diagrammatic Sequences
Main Exam Syllabus
Part-A:
Role and impact of science and Technology in the Development of India and Tamil Nadu
Administration of Union and States with special reference to Tamil Nadu
Socio-Economic Issues in India/ Tamil Nadu
Part-B:
Essay (Current Issues at National Level)
Essay (Current Issues at State Level)
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