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MPPSC Paper II Syllabus

Madhya Pradesh State Service Exam (MPPSC SSE) — Preliminary + Mains

6
Topics
42
Sub-topics
100
Questions

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

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MPPSC Paper II: topic-wise syllabus

  1. 1

    Madhya Pradesh History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~5 marks

    Maurya, Gupta, Chandela (Khajuraho), Parmara, Gondwana, Holkars, Scindias, 1857 Revolt, Bhopal Merger, MP Formation 1 Nov 1956, Freedom Struggle Contributions, Madhya Pradesh State Formation, Per Official Notification

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

    Madhya Pradesh Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Location, Narmada, Tawa, Chambal, Betwa, Shipra, Son, Wainganga, Climate, Soils, Madhya Pradesh Districts, Per Official Notification

    • Madhya Pradesh Location, Physical Features, Districts, Divisions
    • Madhya Pradesh Rivers — Narmada, Tawa, Chambal, Betwa, Shipra, Son, Wainganga
    • Madhya Pradesh Climate, Monsoon, Natural Vegetation, Forest Cover
    • Madhya Pradesh Soil Types, Agriculture, Major Crops
    • Madhya Pradesh Industries, Mineral Resources, Power Resources
    • Madhya Pradesh Water Resources, Irrigation, Major Projects
    • Madhya Pradesh Wildlife, Sanctuaries, National Parks, Biodiversity
  3. 3

    Madhya Pradesh Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

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

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

    Madhya Pradesh Polity & Administration (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

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

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

    Madhya Pradesh Culture & Heritage (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Languages, Festivals, Cuisine, Tribes (Gond, Bhil, Kol, Sahariya, Baiga, Bharia, Maria, Muria), Per Official Notification

    • Madhya Pradesh Languages, Literature, and Dialects
    • Madhya Pradesh Festivals — Navratri Ujjain, Diwali, Holi, Bhagoria Haat (Tribal), Khajuraho Dance Festival, Lokrang (Bhopal)
    • Madhya Pradesh Cuisine — Bafla, Dal Bafle, Bhutte ka Kees, Poha Jalebi, Indori Sev, Bhindi Roti, Malpua
    • Madhya Pradesh Tribal Communities — Gond, Bhil, Kol, Sahariya, Baiga, Bharia, Maria, Muria
    • Madhya Pradesh Folk Dances, Music, and Performing Arts
    • Madhya Pradesh Handicrafts, Handlooms, and Arts
    • Madhya Pradesh Architecture, Religious Sites, and UNESCO Sites (if any)
  6. 6

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

    ~3 marks

    Khajuraho, Sanchi, Bhimbetka (UNESCO), Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Panna, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, Ujjain, Pachmarhi, Important Personalities, Per Official Notification

    • Madhya Pradesh Major Landmarks — Khajuraho, Sanchi, Bhimbetka (UNESCO), Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Panna, Indore, Jabalpur, Gwalior, Ujjain, Pachmarhi
    • Madhya Pradesh Important Personalities — Historical and Contemporary
    • Madhya Pradesh Government Initiatives, Digital Programs, Smart Cities
    • Madhya Pradesh Education and Universities, Research Institutions
    • Madhya Pradesh Health Infrastructure, Major Hospitals, AIIMS (if any)
    • Madhya Pradesh Sports, Cultural Events, Film Industry (if any)
    • Madhya Pradesh Recent Current Affairs and Government Schemes

Frequently asked questions

What topics are in the MPPSC Paper II syllabus?

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

How many questions come from Paper II in MPPSC?

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

Which Paper II topics matter most for MPPSC?

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

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