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KERALA PSC Paper II Syllabus

Kerala Administrative Service (KAS) — Thulasi CSC Kerala

6
Topics
42
Sub-topics
100
Questions

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

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KERALA PSC Paper II: topic-wise syllabus

  1. 1

    Kerala History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~5 marks

    Chera Dynasty, Ay Kingdom, Kolathunadu, Vasco da Gama 1498, Portuguese, Dutch, British, Travancore, Cochin, Malabar, Kerala State Formation 1 Nov 1956 (from Travancore-Cochin and Malabar), Freedom Struggle Contributions, Kerala State Formation, Per Official Notification

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

    Kerala Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Location, Periyar, Bharathapuzha, Pamba, Chalakudy, Muvattupuzha, Climate, Soils, Kerala Districts, Per Official Notification

    • Kerala Location, Physical Features, Districts, Divisions
    • Kerala Rivers — Periyar, Bharathapuzha, Pamba, Chalakudy, Muvattupuzha
    • Kerala Climate, Monsoon, Natural Vegetation, Forest Cover
    • Kerala Soil Types, Agriculture, Major Crops
    • Kerala Industries, Mineral Resources, Power Resources
    • Kerala Water Resources, Irrigation, Major Projects
    • Kerala Wildlife, Sanctuaries, National Parks, Biodiversity
  3. 3

    Kerala Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

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

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

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

    ~4 marks

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

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

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

    ~4 marks

    Languages, Festivals, Cuisine, Tribes (Adivasi communities, Cholanaikan, Kattunaicken, Kurumba, Cholanaickan, Paniya), Per Official Notification

    • Kerala Languages, Literature, and Dialects
    • Kerala Festivals — Onam, Vishu, Thrissur Pooram, Theyyam, Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Boat Races (Vallamkali)
    • Kerala Cuisine — Appam, Puttu, Kerala Fish Curry, Sadya (Onam Sadya), Parotta, Idiyappam, Avial, Payasam
    • Kerala Tribal Communities — Adivasi communities, Cholanaikan, Kattunaicken, Kurumba, Cholanaickan, Paniya
    • Kerala Folk Dances, Music, and Performing Arts
    • Kerala Handicrafts, Handlooms, and Arts
    • Kerala Architecture, Religious Sites, and UNESCO Sites (if any)
  6. 6

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

    ~3 marks

    Kochi (Cochin — Queen of Arabian Sea), Alappuzha (Backwaters), Munnar, Wayanad, Kumarakom, Varkala, Bekal Fort, Athirappilly Falls, Literacy (Highest in India), Important Personalities, Per Official Notification

    • Kerala Major Landmarks — Kochi (Cochin — Queen of Arabian Sea), Alappuzha (Backwaters), Munnar, Wayanad, Kumarakom, Varkala, Bekal Fort, Athirappilly Falls, Literacy (Highest in India)
    • Kerala Important Personalities — Historical and Contemporary
    • Kerala Government Initiatives, Digital Programs, Smart Cities
    • Kerala Education and Universities, Research Institutions
    • Kerala Health Infrastructure, Major Hospitals, AIIMS (if any)
    • Kerala Sports, Cultural Events, Film Industry (if any)
    • Kerala Recent Current Affairs and Government Schemes

Frequently asked questions

What topics are in the KERALA PSC Paper II syllabus?

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

How many questions come from Paper II in KERALA PSC?

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

Which Paper II topics matter most for KERALA PSC?

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

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