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UPSC IFOS Geology Paper II Syllabus

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6
Topics
38
Sub-topics
8
Questions

Geology Paper II is one of 32 sections in the UPSC IFOS syllabus. It has 6 topics and 38 sub-topics, tested in Main Examination, with about 8 questions (200 marks). Optional subject, Paper II (200 marks, 3 hours, conventional essay type, answered in English). The paper has 8 questions in Parts A and B; candidates attempt 5, including one compulsory question from each part. Candidates choose any two of the 14 optional subjects..

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UPSC IFOS Geology Paper II: topic-wise syllabus

  1. 1

    Mineralogy

    Section A

    • Crystal systems and symmetry
    • Crystallographic notation and projections
    • Crystal defects and X-ray crystallography
    • Petrological microscope and optical properties
    • Silicate mineral groups
    • Carbonate, phosphate, sulphide and halide minerals
  2. 2

    Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology

    Section A

    • Magma generation and crystallisation
    • Magmatic differentiation and assimilation
    • Petrography of igneous rock groups
    • Deccan volcanic province
    • Types, grades and facies of metamorphism
    • ACF and AKF diagrams
    • Metasomatism, granitisation and migmatites
    • Granulite terrains of India
  3. 3

    Sedimentology

    Section A

    • Formation, diagenesis and lithification
    • Clastic and non-clastic rocks
    • Sedimentary facies and provenance
    • Sedimentary structures
    • Heavy minerals
    • Sedimentary basins of India
  4. 4

    Economic Geology

    Section B

    • Ore, ore minerals and classification of deposits
    • Ore-forming processes and controls
    • Metallogenic epochs and provinces
    • Indian metallic and industrial mineral deposits
    • Coal and petroleum in India
    • National Mineral Policy and conservation
    • Marine mineral resources and Law of the Sea
  5. 5

    Mining Geology

    Section B

    • Geological, geophysical, geochemical and geobotanical prospecting
    • Sampling and reserve estimation
    • Exploration and mining methods
    • Mineral beneficiation and ore dressing
  6. 6

    Geochemistry and Environmental Geology

    Section B

    • Cosmic abundance and distribution of elements
    • Trace elements and crystal chemistry
    • Isomorphism and polymorphism
    • Natural hazards and mitigation
    • Environmental impact of urbanization and mining
    • Waste disposal and groundwater pollution
    • Environment protection legislation in India

Frequently asked questions

What topics are in the UPSC IFOS Geology Paper II syllabus?

Geology Paper II for UPSC IFOS has 6 topics: Mineralogy, Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology, Sedimentology, Economic Geology, Mining Geology and Geochemistry and Environmental Geology, with 38 sub-topics in all.

How many questions come from Geology Paper II in UPSC IFOS?

About 8 questions (200 marks) in Main Examination. Always check the latest notification, as numbers can change.

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