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UPPSC Paper II Syllabus

UPPSC PCS — Combined State/Upper Subordinate (UPPSC)

6
Topics
42
Sub-topics
100
Questions

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

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UPPSC Paper II: topic-wise syllabus

  1. 1

    Uttar Pradesh History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~5 marks

    Indus Valley (Kashi), Vedic, Maurya, Gupta, Harsha, Delhi Sultanate, Mughal, Nawabs of Awadh, British, 1857 Revolt, UP Formation 1 April 1937 (United Provinces → Uttar Pradesh 1950), Freedom Struggle Contributions, Uttar Pradesh State Formation, Per Official Notification

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

    Uttar Pradesh Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

    Location, Ganga, Yamuna, Gomti, Ghaghra, Saryu, Son, Betwa, Ken, Hindon, Climate, Soils, Uttar Pradesh Districts, Per Official Notification

    • Uttar Pradesh Location, Physical Features, Districts, Divisions
    • Uttar Pradesh Rivers — Ganga, Yamuna, Gomti, Ghaghra, Saryu, Son, Betwa, Ken, Hindon
    • Uttar Pradesh Climate, Monsoon, Natural Vegetation, Forest Cover
    • Uttar Pradesh Soil Types, Agriculture, Major Crops
    • Uttar Pradesh Industries, Mineral Resources, Power Resources
    • Uttar Pradesh Water Resources, Irrigation, Major Projects
    • Uttar Pradesh Wildlife, Sanctuaries, National Parks, Biodiversity
  3. 3

    Uttar Pradesh Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)

    ~4 marks

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

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

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

    ~4 marks

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

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

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

    ~4 marks

    Languages, Festivals, Cuisine, Tribes (Tharu, Jaunsari, Bhotia, Buksa, Raji, Agaria, Chero, Korwa), Per Official Notification

    • Uttar Pradesh Languages, Literature, and Dialects
    • Uttar Pradesh Festivals — Diwali (Ayodhya — Ram Mandir), Dev Deepawali (Varanasi), Holi (Barsana, Mathura — Lathmar), Ram Navami (Ayodhya), Ganga Aarti, Eid (Bada Imambara)
    • Uttar Pradesh Cuisine — Tunday Kababi, Galouti Kebab, Lucknowi Biryani, Poori-Kachori, Aloo Tikki, Chaat, Malaiyo, Peda, Jalebi
    • Uttar Pradesh Tribal Communities — Tharu, Jaunsari, Bhotia, Buksa, Raji, Agaria, Chero, Korwa
    • Uttar Pradesh Folk Dances, Music, and Performing Arts
    • Uttar Pradesh Handicrafts, Handlooms, and Arts
    • Uttar Pradesh Architecture, Religious Sites, and UNESCO Sites (if any)
  6. 6

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

    ~3 marks

    Agra (Taj Mahal), Varanasi (Kashi), Lucknow, Ayodhya (Ram Mandir 2024), Prayagraj (Triveni Sangam, Kumbh), Mathura-Vrindavan, Aligarh, Gorakhpur, Bundelkhand, Kashi Vishwanath Dham, Important Personalities, Per Official Notification

    • Uttar Pradesh Major Landmarks — Agra (Taj Mahal), Varanasi (Kashi), Lucknow, Ayodhya (Ram Mandir 2024), Prayagraj (Triveni Sangam, Kumbh), Mathura-Vrindavan, Aligarh, Gorakhpur, Bundelkhand, Kashi Vishwanath Dham
    • Uttar Pradesh Important Personalities — Historical and Contemporary
    • Uttar Pradesh Government Initiatives, Digital Programs, Smart Cities
    • Uttar Pradesh Education and Universities, Research Institutions
    • Uttar Pradesh Health Infrastructure, Major Hospitals, AIIMS (if any)
    • Uttar Pradesh Sports, Cultural Events, Film Industry (if any)
    • Uttar Pradesh Recent Current Affairs and Government Schemes

Frequently asked questions

What topics are in the UPPSC Paper II syllabus?

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

How many questions come from Paper II in UPPSC?

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

Which Paper II topics matter most for UPPSC?

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

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