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GPSC Paper II Syllabus

Gujarat Administrative Service (GPSC) — Class I/II

6
Topics
42
Sub-topics
100
Questions

Paper II is one of 4 sections in the GPSC syllabus. It has 6 topics and 42 sub-topics, tested in GPSC Mains Paper II (Gujarat-specific — UNIQUE), with about 100 questions (200 marks). General Studies (Gujarat-specific — UNIQUE to GPSC).

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GPSC Paper II: topic-wise syllabus

  1. 1

    Gujarat History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~5 marks

    Mauryan, Gupta, Solanki, Vaghela, Mughal, Maratha, British, Gujarat State Formation 1 May 1960 (from Bombay), Freedom Struggle Contributions, Gujarat State Formation, Per Official Notification

    • Gujarat — Ancient Period (with Gujarat connections)
    • Gujarat — Medieval Period (Sultanate, Mughal, regional dynasties)
    • Gujarat in 1857 Revolt and Early Freedom Movement
    • Gujarat Freedom Struggle — Local movements and leaders
    • Gujarat in National Movement (Gandhian Era, INA)
    • Gujarat State Formation and Post-Independence Reorganization
    • Gujarat — Important Personalities and Historical Figures
  2. 2

    Gujarat Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Location, Narmada, Tapi, Mahi, Sabarmati, Banas, Rukmavati, Climate, Soils, Gujarat Districts, Per Official Notification

    • Gujarat Location, Physical Features, Districts, Divisions
    • Gujarat Rivers — Narmada, Tapi, Mahi, Sabarmati, Banas, Rukmavati
    • Gujarat Climate, Monsoon, Natural Vegetation, Forest Cover
    • Gujarat Soil Types, Agriculture, Major Crops
    • Gujarat Industries, Mineral Resources, Power Resources
    • Gujarat Water Resources, Irrigation, Major Projects
    • Gujarat Wildlife, Sanctuaries, National Parks, Biodiversity
  3. 3

    Gujarat Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    GSDP, Industries, Agriculture, State Budget, Schemes, Per Official Notification

    • Gujarat State Economy — GSDP, Per Capita Income, Sectoral Composition
    • Gujarat Agriculture — Major Crops, Irrigation, Marketing
    • Gujarat Industries — Major Industrial Sectors, MSME
    • Gujarat Tourism — Major Destinations, Cultural Tourism
    • Gujarat State Budget, Fiscal Position, Tax Revenue
    • Gujarat Government Schemes — Recent Welfare Initiatives
    • Gujarat Economic Reforms, Future Plans, Investment
  4. 4

    Gujarat Polity & Administration (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Gandhinagar (Capital), Governor, CM, Legislature, Per Official Notification

    • Gujarat State Formation History
    • Gujarat — Capital (Gandhinagar), Major Cities, Districts
    • Gujarat Governor, Chief Minister, Council of Ministers
    • Gujarat Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council (if applicable)
    • Gujarat High Court and District Administration
    • Gujarat Panchayati Raj (3-Tier), Urban Local Bodies
    • Gujarat State Election Commission, Lok Ayukta, Administration
  5. 5

    Gujarat Culture & Heritage (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Languages, Festivals, Cuisine, Tribes (Bhil, Rathwa, Chaudhary, Rabari, Garasia, Siddi), Per Official Notification

    • Gujarat Languages, Literature, and Dialects
    • Gujarat Festivals — Uttarayan (Makar Sankranti — International Kite Festival), Navratri (Garba/Dandiya), Diwali, Holi, Modhera Dance Festival
    • Gujarat Cuisine — Dhokla, Thepla, Fafda, Undhiyu, Khandvi, Handvo, Ghari
    • Gujarat Tribal Communities — Bhil, Rathwa, Chaudhary, Rabari, Garasia, Siddi
    • Gujarat Folk Dances, Music, and Performing Arts
    • Gujarat Handicrafts, Handlooms, and Arts
    • Gujarat Architecture, Religious Sites, and UNESCO Sites (if any)
  6. 6

    Gujarat General Knowledge & Landmarks (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~3 marks

    Gir Forest (Asiatic Lions), Rann of Kutch, Bhuj, Somnath Temple, Lothal (Indus Valley), Dandi March, Sabarmati Ashram, Mahatma Gandhi's Birthplace, Important Personalities, Per Official Notification

    • Gujarat Major Landmarks — Gir Forest (Asiatic Lions), Rann of Kutch, Bhuj, Somnath Temple, Lothal (Indus Valley), Dandi March, Sabarmati Ashram, Mahatma Gandhi's Birthplace
    • Gujarat Important Personalities — Historical and Contemporary
    • Gujarat Government Initiatives, Digital Programs, Smart Cities
    • Gujarat Education and Universities, Research Institutions
    • Gujarat Health Infrastructure, Major Hospitals, AIIMS (if any)
    • Gujarat Sports, Cultural Events, Film Industry (if any)
    • Gujarat Recent Current Affairs and Government Schemes

Frequently asked questions

What topics are in the GPSC Paper II syllabus?

Paper II for GPSC has 6 topics: Gujarat History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Gujarat Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Gujarat Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Gujarat Polity & Administration (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), Gujarat Culture & Heritage (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) and Gujarat General Knowledge & Landmarks (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE), with 42 sub-topics in all.

How many questions come from Paper II in GPSC?

About 100 questions (200 marks) in GPSC Mains Paper II (Gujarat-specific — UNIQUE). Always check the latest notification, as numbers can change.

Which Paper II topics matter most for GPSC?

By weightage in the syllabus data: Gujarat History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) (~5 marks), Gujarat Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) (~4 marks), Gujarat Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE) (~4 marks).

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