Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) Naib Tehsildar Syllabus
The Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) Naib Tehsildar examination is conducted in multiple stages, including a preliminary exam, main written exam, and a personality test/interview. Below is the comprehensive syllabus for the HPPSC Naib Tehsildar exam:
Preliminary Examination
Paper I: General Knowledge & Current Affairs
History, Geography, and Socio-Economic Development of Himachal Pradesh
- History of Himachal Pradesh.
- Geography of Himachal Pradesh.
- Socio-Economic Development in Himachal Pradesh.
Knowledge of Current Events of National and International Importance
- Current Affairs: National and International.
- Important Events: National and International.
Indian Polity and Governance
- Constitution of India.
- Political System.
- Panchayati Raj.
- Public Policy.
- Rights Issues.
General Science
- Basic understanding of science and its application in daily life.
- Environmental Issues: Ecology, biodiversity, and climate change.
Indian Economy and Planning
- Economic Issues of India.
- Development and growth in various sectors of the economy.
Geography of India
- Physical, Social, and Economic Geography.
- Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Environmental Issues.
History of India
- Ancient, Medieval, and Modern History.
- Indian National Movement and Freedom Struggle.
Main Written Examination
Paper I: General Knowledge & Current Affairs
History, Geography, and Socio-Economic Development of Himachal Pradesh
- In-depth knowledge of Himachal Pradesh’s history, geography, and socio-economic conditions.
Indian Polity and Governance
- Detailed knowledge of the Constitution, political system, and governance in India.
Indian Economy
- Economic policies, planning, and issues relevant to India’s development.
Indian History
- Comprehensive coverage of India’s history, including significant movements and events.
Geography
- Detailed study of Indian and world geography.
General Science
- Understanding of general science concepts and environmental issues.
Current Affairs
- National and international current affairs, focusing on recent developments and important events.
Paper II: English Essay & Composition
Essay Writing:
- Candidates will be required to write an essay on a specific topic related to current issues.
Composition:
- Includes questions on grammar, sentence structure, synonyms, antonyms, comprehension, and précis writing.
Paper III: Hindi
- Essay Writing in Hindi.
- Translation of an English passage into Hindi.
- Explanation of Hindi passages in prose and poetry.
- Grammar and usage in Hindi.
Personality Test/Interview
- The interview assesses the candidate’s general knowledge, presence of mind, and personality traits. The interview panel will focus on the candidate’s understanding of current affairs, logical reasoning, and overall suitability for the role of Naib Tehsildar.
