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MPSC Paper II Syllabus

Maharashtra State Service (MPSC Rajyaseva) — Combined Pre + Mains

6
Topics
42
Sub-topics
100
Questions

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

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MPSC Paper II: topic-wise syllabus

  1. 1

    Maharashtra History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~5 marks

    Satavahana, Rashtrakuta, Yadava, Bahmani, Maratha Empire (Shivaji), Peshwa, British, 1857, Samyukta Maharashtra 1 May 1960, Freedom Struggle Contributions, Maharashtra State Formation, Per Official Notification

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

    Maharashtra Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Location, Godavari, Krishna, Tapi, Narmada, Bhima, Wardha, Wainganga, Climate, Soils, Maharashtra Districts, Per Official Notification

    • Maharashtra Location, Physical Features, Districts, Divisions
    • Maharashtra Rivers — Godavari, Krishna, Tapi, Narmada, Bhima, Wardha, Wainganga
    • Maharashtra Climate, Monsoon, Natural Vegetation, Forest Cover
    • Maharashtra Soil Types, Agriculture, Major Crops
    • Maharashtra Industries, Mineral Resources, Power Resources
    • Maharashtra Water Resources, Irrigation, Major Projects
    • Maharashtra Wildlife, Sanctuaries, National Parks, Biodiversity
  3. 3

    Maharashtra Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

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

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

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

    ~4 marks

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

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

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

    ~4 marks

    Languages, Festivals, Cuisine, Tribes (Warli, Bhil, Mahadev Koli, Thakur, Katkari, Kokna, Paradhi, Halba), Per Official Notification

    • Maharashtra Languages, Literature, and Dialects
    • Maharashtra Festivals — Ganesh Chaturthi (Lalbaugcha Raja), Gudi Padwa, Navratri (Garba/Dandiya), Pola, Diwali (Bhaubij), Holi (Rang Panchami)
    • Maharashtra Cuisine — Vada Pav, Misal Pav, Puran Poli, Pav Bhaji, Bhakri, Kolhapuri, Solkadhi, Bombil Fry, Modak
    • Maharashtra Tribal Communities — Warli, Bhil, Mahadev Koli, Thakur, Katkari, Kokna, Paradhi, Halba
    • Maharashtra Folk Dances, Music, and Performing Arts
    • Maharashtra Handicrafts, Handlooms, and Arts
    • Maharashtra Architecture, Religious Sites, and UNESCO Sites (if any)
  6. 6

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

    ~3 marks

    Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta, Aurangabad, Nashik, Shirdi (Sai Baba), Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala, Matheran, Sindhudurg, Tadoba, Melghat, Pench, Important Personalities, Per Official Notification

    • Maharashtra Major Landmarks — Ajanta, Ellora, Elephanta, Aurangabad, Nashik, Shirdi (Sai Baba), Mahabaleshwar, Lonavala, Matheran, Sindhudurg, Tadoba, Melghat, Pench
    • Maharashtra Important Personalities — Historical and Contemporary
    • Maharashtra Government Initiatives, Digital Programs, Smart Cities
    • Maharashtra Education and Universities, Research Institutions
    • Maharashtra Health Infrastructure, Major Hospitals, AIIMS (if any)
    • Maharashtra Sports, Cultural Events, Film Industry (if any)
    • Maharashtra Recent Current Affairs and Government Schemes

Frequently asked questions

What topics are in the MPSC Paper II syllabus?

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

How many questions come from Paper II in MPSC?

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

Which Paper II topics matter most for MPSC?

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

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