WBPSC Paper II Syllabus

West Bengal Civil Service (WBCS) — Executive Exam by WBPSC

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Topics: 42
Sub-topics: 100
Questions

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

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WBPSC Paper II: topic-wise syllabus

1
West Bengal History (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)
~5 marks
Maurya, Gupta, Pala, Sena, Mughal, Nawabs of Bengal, Maratha, British, Bengal Renaissance, Independence, WB Formation 1947 (Bengal Partition 1905, Reorganization 1947, WB retained after 1947), Freedom Struggle Contributions, West Bengal State Formation, Per Official Notification
- West Bengal — Ancient Period (with West Bengal connections)
- West Bengal — Medieval Period (Sultanate, Mughal, regional dynasties)
- West Bengal in 1857 Revolt and Early Freedom Movement
- West Bengal Freedom Struggle — Local movements and leaders
- West Bengal in National Movement (Gandhian Era, INA)
- West Bengal State Formation and Post-Independence Reorganization
- West Bengal — Important Personalities and Historical Figures
2
West Bengal Geography (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)
~4 marks
Location, Ganga (Hooghly), Damodar, Teesta, Mayurakshi, Kosi, Torsa, Jalangi, Bhagirathi, Climate, Soils, West Bengal Districts, Per Official Notification
- West Bengal Location, Physical Features, Districts, Divisions
- West Bengal Rivers — Ganga (Hooghly), Damodar, Teesta, Mayurakshi, Kosi, Torsa, Jalangi, Bhagirathi
- West Bengal Climate, Monsoon, Natural Vegetation, Forest Cover
- West Bengal Soil Types, Agriculture, Major Crops
- West Bengal Industries, Mineral Resources, Power Resources
- West Bengal Water Resources, Irrigation, Major Projects
- West Bengal Wildlife, Sanctuaries, National Parks, Biodiversity
3
West Bengal Economy (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)
~4 marks
GSDP, Industries, Agriculture, State Budget, Schemes, Per Official Notification
- West Bengal State Economy — GSDP, Per Capita Income, Sectoral Composition
- West Bengal Agriculture — Major Crops, Irrigation, Marketing
- West Bengal Industries — Major Industrial Sectors, MSME
- West Bengal Tourism — Major Destinations, Cultural Tourism
- West Bengal State Budget, Fiscal Position, Tax Revenue
- West Bengal Government Schemes — Recent Welfare Initiatives
- West Bengal Economic Reforms, Future Plans, Investment
4
West Bengal Polity & Administration (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)
~4 marks
Kolkata (Capital), Governor, CM, Legislature, Per Official Notification
- West Bengal State Formation History
- West Bengal — Capital (Kolkata), Major Cities, Districts
- West Bengal Governor, Chief Minister, Council of Ministers
- West Bengal Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council (if applicable)
- West Bengal High Court and District Administration
- West Bengal Panchayati Raj (3-Tier), Urban Local Bodies
- West Bengal State Election Commission, Lok Ayukta, Administration
5
West Bengal Culture & Heritage (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)
~4 marks
Languages, Festivals, Cuisine, Tribes (Santhal, Munda, Oraon, Bhutia, Lepcha, Rabha, Toto, Mech, Garo, Hajong), Per Official Notification
- West Bengal Languages, Literature, and Dialects
- West Bengal Festivals — Durga Puja (World Famous), Kali Puja, Poila Boishakh, Rabindra Jayanti, Basant Panchami (Saraswati Puja), Poush Sankranti, Ganga Sagar Mela
- West Bengal Cuisine — Shorshe Ilish (Hilsa), Rosogolla, Mishti Doi, Sandesh, Luchi, Kathi Roll, Kosha Mangsho, Pitha, Mochar Ghonto, Chhanar Dalna
- West Bengal Tribal Communities — Santhal, Munda, Oraon, Bhutia, Lepcha, Rabha, Toto, Mech, Garo, Hajong
- West Bengal Folk Dances, Music, and Performing Arts
- West Bengal Handicrafts, Handlooms, and Arts
- West Bengal Architecture, Religious Sites, and UNESCO Sites (if any)
6
West Bengal General Knowledge & Landmarks (PSC Paper-II, UNIQUE)
~3 marks
Kolkata (City of Joy), Darjeeling, Sundarbans (UNESCO), Shantiniketan, Murshidabad, Bishnupur, Digha, Mandarmani, Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Belur Math, Important Personalities, Per Official Notification
- West Bengal Major Landmarks — Kolkata (City of Joy), Darjeeling, Sundarbans (UNESCO), Shantiniketan, Murshidabad, Bishnupur, Digha, Mandarmani, Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, Belur Math
- West Bengal Important Personalities — Historical and Contemporary
- West Bengal Government Initiatives, Digital Programs, Smart Cities
- West Bengal Education and Universities, Research Institutions
- West Bengal Health Infrastructure, Major Hospitals, AIIMS (if any)
- West Bengal Sports, Cultural Events, Film Industry (if any)
- West Bengal Recent Current Affairs and Government Schemes

Frequently asked questions

What topics are in the WBPSC Paper II syllabus?

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

How many questions come from Paper II in WBPSC?

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

Which Paper II topics matter most for WBPSC?

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

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Compiled from official notifications for study purposes. Always confirm with the conducting body's latest notification.