IAS Subjects List for Prelims | Testbook.com

If you're an aspiring IAS candidate, you're probably aware that the IAS prelims consist of two examinations. This article will delve into the subject matter that these two papers cover in the IAS prelims .

1) General Studies Paper I

2) General Studies Paper-II (also known as the Civil Services Aptitude Test, or CSAT)

Important information about the IAS prelims:

• Both papers are multiple choice.
• Incorrect answers will be penalized with negative marks in both papers.
• Each paper is worth 200 marks.
• GS Paper I includes 100 questions.
• The CSAT paper has 80 questions.
• The duration of each paper is 2 hours.
• Both papers are conducted on the same day, with a break in between.
• To pass, you must score at least 33% in your CSAT .
• Only the scores from GS Paper I will be considered for qualification to the IAS Mains exams.
• Candidates are required to participate in both the Civil Services Prelims Exam papers for the purpose of evaluation. Failure to appear in both papers will result in disqualification.

IAS Prelims Subject List:

GS PAPER I

1. Analysis and Questions on Current Affairs
2. Indian History and the Indian National Movement
3. Geography of India and the World
   1. Physical Geography
   2. Socio-Economic Geography
   3. World Geography

4. Indian Polity and Governance
   1. Constitution
   2. Public Policy
   3. Political System
   4. Issues Related to Rights
   5. Panchayati Raj

5. Economic and Social Development
   1. Sustainable Development
   2. Demographics
   3. Poverty
   4. Social Sector Initiatives
   5. Inclusion

6. General Topics on Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity and Climate Change
7. General Science and Technology

CSAT PAPER II

1. Comprehension
2. Interpersonal Skills Including Communication Skills
3. Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
4. Decision Making and Problem Solving
5. General Mental Ability
6. Basic Numeracy
7. Data Interpretation
8. English Language Comprehension Skills

For updates regarding CSE 2023, visit the following links:

1. UPSC Online Application
2. IAS Notification

The aforementioned list covers the wide range of subjects for the IAS main exams. For more insights related to the IAS exam, you can check out the Daily News Analysis for IAS exams.