UPSC Mains 2024 Optional Question Papers PDF – Anthropology | PSIR | Sociology | Geography | Pub Ad | History
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The UPSC Civil Services Mains 2024 exam has reached its crucial stage with the Optional Question Paper I and II today. Candidates across the nation appeared for their respective optional subjects, marking another key milestone in this year’s Mains examination. The optional subjects play a significant role in determining the final merit list, contributing 500 marks to the total score. In this post, we are providing you the UPSC Mains 2024 Optional Question Papers PDF of various famous subjects.

UPSC Mains 2024 Optional Question Papers PDF

SubjectPaper 1Paper 2
Chemistry Optional Question Paper 2024Download Download
Economics Optional Question Paper 2024DownloadDownload
Geography Optional Question Paper 2024Download Download
Philosophy Optional Question Paper 2024DownloadDownload
PSIR Optional Question Paper 2024DownloadDownload
Hindi Literature Optional Question Paper 2024Download Download
Anthropology Optional Question Paper 2024Download Download
Agriculture Optional Question Paper 2024DownloadDownload
History Optional Question Paper 2024Download Download
Public Administration Optional Question Paper 2024DownloadDownload
Sociology Optional Question Paper 2024Download Download
Mathematics Optional Question Paper 2024DownloadDownload

 

We have already published the questions papers for essay and GS 1. Use the following links to download the same:

UPSC Mains Essay Paper 2024 – Click Here

UPSC Mains GS 1 Question Paper 2024 – Click Here  

UPSC Mains GS 2 Question Paper 2024 – Click Here

UPSC Mains GS 3 Question Paper 2024 – Click Here

UPSC Mains GS 4 Question Paper 2024 – Click Here

Access all PYQs – Click Here 

Access all UPSC Mains 2024 Question at one place – click here

Basic Details of UPSC Mains 2024 Optional Question Papers

  1. Number of optional papers: 2 papers (Paper VI and Paper VII)
  2. Total marks: 250 marks per paper (500 marks total)
  3. Duration: 3 hours per paper
  4. Question format: Typically a mix of short, medium, and long answer questions
  5. Subject choice: Candidates select one optional subject from the list of available subjects in the UPSC optional list.
  6. Language options: Can be written in English or any scheduled language
  7. Syllabus: Detailed subject-wise syllabi available on the UPSC website or on this page

How to Download UPSC Mains 2024 Optional Question Papers

Candidates and aspirants can download the UPSC Mains 2024 Optional Question Papers from the official website of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). Follow these steps to access the papers:

  1. Visit the official UPSC website: www.upsc.gov.in
  2. Navigate to the “Examinations” tab.
  3. Select “Previous Year Question Papers.”
  4. Click on UPSC Mains 2024 Optional Papers and choose the subject for which you wish to download the question paper.
  5. Download and save the PDF for future reference.
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