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UPPSC Combined State Agriculture Services Exam 2024

UTTAR PRADESH,

Qualification:B.Sc. / M.Sc. / Degree(Agriculture) / PG (Agriculture)

$177500

Last date for Apply:10-May-2024

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Exam Syllabus

1. Agricultural Science: Agronomy: Principles and practices of crop production, cropping systems, weed management, water management, and sustainable agriculture. Soil Science: Soil types, soil fertility, soil conservation, soil health management, soil amendments, and soil microbiology. Horticulture: Cultivation practices of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants, post-harvest management, and protected cultivation. Plant Pathology: Diseases of major crops, their causes, symptoms, and management strategies including biological control and integrated disease management. Entomology: Insect pests of agricultural crops, their identification, life cycle, and management including chemical, biological, and cultural methods. Genetics and Plant Breeding: Principles of genetics, plant breeding methods, seed technology, and plant biotechnology. Agricultural Extension: Extension methods, rural development programs, agricultural marketing, and farmer welfare schemes. 2. General Studies: Indian Polity and Governance: Constitution of India, Indian political system, public administration, and governance. Indian Economy: Basic economic concepts, economic policies, agriculture sector in India, and government schemes for agriculture and rural development. History of India and Indian National Movement: Ancient, medieval, and modern Indian history, and the freedom struggle. Geography of India: Physical, social, and economic geography of India, natural resources, and environmental issues. Current Events of National and International Importance: Recent developments in politics, economy, science and technology, and environmental issues. 3. Optional Subjects (Choose one): Agricultural Engineering Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Science 4. General Intelligence and Reasoning: Logical reasoning, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills. 5. General English or Hindi: Basic understanding of English or Hindi language, comprehension, and writing ability. 6. Numerical Aptitude: Arithmetic, numerical ability, and quantitative aptitude. 7. Previous Year Papers and Mock Tests: Solve previous year question papers and take mock tests to understand the exam pattern and improve your time management skills.

Exam prepration PDF

  1. 1. Agriculture Related Books:

    • "Agriculture at a Glance" by R.K. Sharma: Covers various aspects of agriculture including agronomy, horticulture, plant breeding, soil science, and agricultural economics.
    • "Principles of Agronomy" by Yellamanda Reddy: Focuses on agronomy principles including crop production, soil management, and agricultural meteorology.
    • "General Agriculture for I.C.A.R. Examinations (J.R.F., Ph.D., S.R.F. & A.R.S.)" by Muniraj Singh Rathore: Comprehensive coverage of various topics in agriculture.

  2. 2. NCERT Books: Refer to NCERT textbooks from classes 6 to 12 for subjects like Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, and Economics for building a strong foundation.

  3. 3. General Studies:

    • For Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, and Current Affairs: Refer to standard books like NCERTs, "Indian Polity" by M. Laxmikanth, "Indian Economy" by Ramesh Singh, and newspapers like The Hindu or Indian Express.
    • For Environmental Studies: "Environment and Ecology" by Majid Husain, "Environmental Studies: From Crisis to Cure" by R.Rajagopalan.

  4. 4. Optional Subject Material:

    • Depending on your optional subject for the exam, refer to standard books and materials recommended for that subject. For agriculture-related optional subjects, you can refer to advanced textbooks and research papers.

  5. 5. Online Resources:

    • UPSC official website (https://www.upsc.gov.in/): Although it's primarily for UPSC exams, it can still provide valuable resources and previous year question papers for reference.
    • Websites like Unacademy, BYJU'S, and Khan Academy offer video lectures, quizzes, and study materials for various subjects including agriculture and general studies.

  6. 6. Mock Tests and Previous Year Papers: Solve mock tests and previous year papers to understand the exam pattern, time management, and types of questions asked.

  7. 7. Current Affairs: Stay updated with current affairs related to agriculture, government schemes, policies, and socio-economic issues.

  8. 8. Yojana and Kurukshetra Magazines: These magazines provide insights into various government schemes, policies, and socio-economic issues which can be helpful for general studies.

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