Unlike every other state, the West Bengal state recruits the administrative officers for the state government department. The notifications are out for exams. All the candidates who aim for joining the state administrative services must get ready!

The WBCS Exam too is conducted in three tiers: Prelims, Mains & Interview. And a total of six papers in mains for total merit! You need to qualify all the tiers. Get the appropriate guidance for the exam and prepare yourself accordingly. Optional subject can be chosen by the candidates as per individual interests.

This entire article is completely regarding the latest WBCS exam pattern, Syllabus, and every detail about the Mains exam and Optional Subject. Candidates who have chosen the Persian, must go through the detailed WBCS syllabus and exam pattern.

WBCS Persian Syllabus

Persian is a different language and quite uncommon in India. The syllabus has been officially issued by the West Bengal Service Commission for the WB PCS exam. Candidates can check below:-

Paper 1

(a) Persian linguistics (Persian and Indo-European family of languages; Aryan or Indo_Iranian branch, evolution of Persian language, Old Persian, Avestan language, Middle Persian or Pahlavi, Modern Persian, Iranian dialects, Persian influence on Indian languages)

(b) Persian grammar

(c) Translation from Persian into English

(d) Translation from English into Persian

(e) Persian rhetoric and prosody.

Paper 2

(a) History of Persian literature (Origin of Persian poetry, Early poets, Development of poetic forms-

qasida, ghazal, masnavi, etc. Growth of poetic themes or trends epic, romantic, mystical, philosophical, ethical, etc. Survey of prose-works-historical, mystical, ethical, biographical, etc. Literary progress in different periods of Iranian history. Contributions of eminent poets and writers. Modern poetry, Modern prose, Indo-Persian literature)

(b) Texts (meant for general acquaintance and not for minute study) :

• (1) Shahnama of Firdausi
• (2) Chahar Maqala of Nizami Aruzi
• (3) Qasaid-i-Khaqani
• (4) Diwan-i-Hafiz
• (5) Masnavi of Jalaluddin Rumi
• (6) Naldaman of Fayzi.

Go through the syllabus of Persian & use a comprehensive approach for better results. Direct link to the PDF:

Download the PDF of WBCS Persian Syllabus here!

WBCS Persian Exam Pattern

The WBCS Prelims Exam is just a qualifying exam whose marks are not kept in account.

For the WBCS Mains exam:

• All the papers are important and conducted in descriptive & MCQ mode.
• Total of six papers out of two are optional for the chosen subject.

Below is the complete exam pattern of the WBCS Persian optional subject:-

• There will be two optional papers
  • Paper 1 – Persian Paper
  • Paper 2- Persian Paper

• Both of these optional papers will be of the maximum marks of 200 marks each with a duration of 3 hours each and subjective in nature.

Why to prepare for the WBCS Persian Optional Subject?

Persian is one of the oldest languages in India. It is also quite different and uncommon for the majority of Indians. But in the WBCS Mains exam, Persian is given as an option to be chosen as Optional. The course covers history, grammar, writing skills and a lot more.

Those who have chosen Persian as Optional must be familiar with the subject that way it becomes easier to learn and interpret.

You need to practice this language because:

• All you need to understand is the exact pattern
• questions trends so that you can answer them to score maximum marks.
• The Optional subject is your key to unlock a promising rank and if you prepare for the subject with a proper approach then it sure you can secure a great rank.

Solve the WBCS Persian Optional Question Paper and analyze your performance. Focus on your mistakes and try to score maximum marks.

Topper’s tips on WBCS Persian preparation!

Persian is totally a different language for many as it is quite uncommon for the majority of Indians. With some guidance and study tips, you can improve your question attempting approach by applying some pro tips suggested by experts:

• Try to understand the complete WBCS Persian course and then divide it into sections.
• Prepare your Optional subject as per the need of the group you are preparing for.
• Make sure to attempt at least 2 -3 tests a day. Practice more and more answer writing to enhance your skills.
• The syllabus might seem short but it is quite a different and unique language, and might not be easy to learn so it is important to have a good plan to study the subject.

Previous Years Question Papers for WBCS Persian Optional Subject

Here we have provided links to some previous years papers for candidates’ reference to mains exam and know the exam pattern which is expected under the Mains Persian section. Download them for free today through a direct link!

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