GPSC PI Syllabus 2020
The detailed syllabus for both preliminary and the main written examination is given below:
- History:
- Indus valley Civilization: Features, Sites, Society, Cultural History, Art and Religion.
- Vedic age Jainism and Buddhism.
- The Mauryan and the Gupta Empire, Chola and Pallav Dynasties.
- Important Dynasties of Gujarat – Impact and Contribution, Important Policies, their administration, economy, society, religion, literature, arts and architecture.
- The advent of the Europeans in India. Establishment and expansion of British rule in India.
- Indian war of Independence of 1857 with special reference to Gujarat.
- Religious and social reform movements in the 19th Century in India and Gujarat.
- India's Freedom Movement, Revolutionaries in India and abroad.
- Role and contribution of freedom fighters of Gujarat and India.
- The Role and Contribution of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel in Pre and Post-independence of India.
- India after Independence - Reorganization of the States within the country, MahaGujarat Movement, Major events.
- Achievements and administrative reforms of the rulers of princely states of Saurashtra, Kutch and Gujarat.
- Cultural Heritage:
- Cultural heritage of India and Gujarat- art forms, literature, architecture.
- Gujarat's folk culture and oral tradition.
- Art and Craft of Gujarat- Socio-Cultural contribution.
- Life of tribes in Gujarat.
- Pilgrimage and Tourist places in Gujarat.
- Constitution, Polity, Social Justice, and International Relations:
- Indian Constitution: Evolution, features, Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Fundamental Duties, Directive Principles of State Policy, Important Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure.
- Functions and Responsibilities of the Union and the States, Parliament and State Legislatures: Structure, Function, Power, and Privileges. Role of the President and the Governor.
- Constitutional Authorities, Statutory, Regulatory, and Quasi-judicial bodies.
- Panchayati Raj.
- Public Policy and Governance. Impact of Liberalization, Privatization, and Globalization on Governance.
- Rights Issues (Human rights, Women rights, SC/ST rights, Child rights) etc.
- India's Foreign Policy – International Relations – Important Institutions, Agencies and Fora, their structure and mandate.
- Important Policies and Programmes of Central and State Governments.
- Indian Economy and Planning:
- Indian Economy on the eve of Independence, Emergence and development of planning exercise in India – historical debates, plan models, and shift in focus over time.
- Indian economy in the post-reform period: New Economic Reforms, NITI Aayog: aims, constitution, and functions.
- Various Policies and amendments in the Agriculture sector and Industries sector, Infrastructure in the Indian Economy.
- Banking and Insurance; Regulatory Mechanism. Impact of Privatization on Indian Economy, Growth, Challenges, and Opportunities.
- Indian Public finance; Indian tax system, public expenditure, public debt, deficit, and subsidies in the Indian economy. Center-State financial relation.
- GST: Concept and Implications.
- Trend, composition, structure, and direction of India's Foreign Trade.
- Gujarat economy-An overview; social sector in Gujarat- Education, Health, and Nutrition. Agriculture, forest, water resources, mining, industry, and Service Sector. Development policies for economic and social infrastructure. Co-operative sector in Gujarat.
- Geography:
- General Geography: Earth in Solar system, Motion of the Earth, Concept of time, Season, Internal Structure of the Earth, Major landforms, and their features.
- Atmosphere-structure and composition, elements and factors of Climate, Air Masses and Fronts, atmospheric disturbances, climate change.
- Oceans: Physical, chemical, and biological characteristics, Hydrological Disasters, Marine, and Continental Resources.
- Physical: World, India, and Gujarat: Major physical divisions, Earthquakes, landslides, Natural drainage, climatic changes and regions, Monsoon, Natural Vegetation, Parks and Sanctuaries, Major Soil types, Rocks and Minerals.
- Social: World, India, and Gujarat: distribution, density, growth, Sex-ratio, Literacy, Occupational Structure, SC and ST Population, Rural-Urban components, Racial, tribal, religious and linguistic groups, urbanization, migration and metropolitan regions.
- Economic: World, India, and Gujarat: Major sectors of the economy, Agriculture, Industry, and Services, their salient features. Basic Industries-Agro, mineral, forest, fuel, and manpower based Industries, Transport and Trade, Pattern, and Issues.
- Science and Technology:
- Science and Technology: Nature and Scope of Science & Technology; Relevance of Science & Technology to the day to day life; National Policy on Science, Technology, and Innovation; Institutes and Organization in India promoting the integration of Science, Technology, and Innovation, their activities and contribution; Contribution of Prominent Indian Scientists.
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT): Nature and Scope of ICT; Various Government programs promoting ICT, E-Governance programs and services; Cyber Security, National Cyber Crime Policy.
- Technology in Space & Defence: Evolution of Indian Space Programme; Various Institutes and programs.
- Energy policy and Nuclear Policy of India - Government Policies and Programmes.
- Environmental Science: Policies and Treaties for the protection of the environment at the national and the international level; Forest and Wildlife Conservation; National Action plans on Climate Change and Disaster management.
- General Mental Ability:
- Logical ReasoningandAnalyticalAbility.
- Number Series,Coding-Decoding,Shapes and their Sub-sections,Venn Diagram.
- Problems based onClocks,Calendar, and Age.
- Average of mean, median, mode– including weighted mean.
- Power and exponent, Square, Square Root, Cube Root, H.C.F., and L.C.M.
- Percentage,SimpleandCompound Interest,Profit and loss.
- Time and Work,Time and Distance,Speed and Distance,Area and Perimeter of Simple Geometrical Shapes, Volume and Surface Area of Sphere, Cone, Cylinder, cubes, and Cuboids.
- Data interpretation, Data Analysis,Data sufficiency, Probability.
- Current Events of Gujarat and India
History
1. Indus Valley Civilization:
- Features, Sites, Society, Cultural History, Art, and Religion
- Vedic age Jainism and Buddhism
2. The Mauryan and the Gupta Empire, Chola, and Pallav Dynasties:- Important Dynasties of Gujarat – Impact and Contribution
- Important Policies, administration, economy, society, religion, literature, arts, and architecture
3. European Influence and Indian Independence:- Advent of the Europeans in India
- Establishment and expansion of British rule in India
- Indian War of Independence of 1857 with special reference to Gujarat
- Religious and social reform movements in the 19th Century in India and Gujarat
- India’s Freedom Movement, Revolutionaries in India and abroad
- Role and contribution of freedom fighters of Gujarat and India
- Role and Contribution of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel in Pre and Post-independence of India
- India after Independence - Reorganization of the States within the country, MahaGujarat Movement, Major events
- Achievements and administrative reforms of the rulers of princely states of Saurashtra, Kutch, and Gujarat
Indian Economy and Planning:
Indian Economy Overview:
Economic Growth and Development:
India's economic growth trajectory and development path have been significant in recent years. Factors such as GDP growth rates, industrialization, and service sector expansion have played crucial roles.National Income and Per Capita Income:
The concept of national income reflects the total value of goods and services produced in a country, while per capita income provides an average income figure per person. These metrics are essential for understanding the economic well-being of a nation.Employment and Unemployment:
The employment scenario in India, including aspects like formal and informal sectors, rural and urban employment, and the challenges of unemployment, is vital for analyzing the country's economic health.
Planning in India:
Five-Year Plans:
India's Five-Year Plans have been instrumental in outlining the country's development goals and strategies over specific periods. These plans focus on key sectors such as agriculture, industry, infrastructure, and social welfare.Planning Commission:
The Planning Commission of India played a pivotal role in formulating and implementing Five-Year Plans until it was replaced by NITI Aayog in 2015. The institution aimed to promote sustainable and inclusive growth across various sectors.Current Planning Mechanisms:
With the establishment of NITI Aayog, a more decentralized and collaborative approach to planning and policy formulation has been adopted. The institution emphasizes cooperative federalism and participative governance for holistic development.
Challenges and Opportunities:
Income Disparities:
Addressing income inequalities and promoting equitable wealth distribution are critical challenges faced by the Indian economy. Initiatives focusing on poverty alleviation and social welfare programs aim to bridge these gaps.Infrastructure Development:
Enhancing infrastructure facilities in areas such as transportation, energy, and communication is essential for fostering economic growth and improving overall quality of life for citizens.Globalization and Trade:
India's integration into the global economy through trade agreements and foreign investments presents both challenges and opportunities. Balancing domestic interests with international trade dynamics is crucial for sustainable development.
General Geography
- Earth in Solar system
- Motion of the Earth
- Concept of time
- Season
- Internal Structure of the Earth
- Major landforms and their features
Atmosphere
- Structure and composition
- Elements and factors of Climate
- Air Masses and Fronts
- Atmospheric disturbances
- Climate change
Oceans
- Physical, chemical, and biological characteristics
- Hydrological Disasters
- Marine and Continental Resources
Physical
- Major physical divisions of World, India, and Gujarat
- Earthquakes and landslides
- Natural drainage and climatic changes
- Monsoon and Natural Vegetation
- Parks and Sanctuaries
- Major Soil types, Rocks, and Minerals
Social
- Distribution, density, and growth in World, India, and Gujarat
- Sex-ratio and Literacy rates
- Occupational Structure and SC, ST Population
- Rural-Urban components
- Racial, tribal, religious, and linguistic groups
- Urbanization, migration, and metropolitan regions
Economic
- Major sectors of the economy in World, India, and Gujarat
- Agriculture, Industry, and Services with their salient features
- Basic Industries including Agro, mineral, forest, fuel, and manpower based Industries
- Transport and Trade Patterns and Issues
Science and Technology
- Nature and Scope of Science & Technology
- Relevance of Science & Technology to the day-to-day life
- National Policy on Science, Technology, and Innovation
- Institutes and Organizations in India promoting the integration of Science, Technology, and Innovation, their activities and contribution
- Contribution of Prominent Indian Scientists
- Nature and Scope of ICT
- Various Government programs promoting ICT, E-Governance programs and services
- Cyber Security, National Cyber Crime Policy
Technology in Space & Defence
- Evolution of Indian Space Programme
- Various Institutes and programs
Energy Policy and Nuclear Policy of India
- Government Policies and Programmes
Environmental Science
- Policies and Treaties for the protection of the environment at the national and international level
- Forest and Wildlife Conservation
- National Action plans on Climate Change and Disaster management
Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
- Number Series, Coding-Decoding
- Shapes and their Sub-sections, Venn Diagram
- Problems based on Clocks, Calendar, and Age
- Average of mean, median, mode - including weighted mean
- Power and exponent, Square, Square Root, Cube Root, H.C.F., and L.C.M
- Percentage, Simple and Compound Interest, Profit and loss
- Time and Work, Time and Distance, Speed and Distance
- Area and Perimeter of Simple Geometrical Shapes, Volume and Surface Area of Sphere, Cone, Cylinder, cubes, and Cuboids
- Data interpretation, Data Analysis, Data sufficiency, Probability
Indian Polity and Constitution
Indian Constitution and its salient features. Functions and duties of the Indian Union and the State Governments. Issues and challenges pertaining to the Federal structure - Role of Governor in States. Distribution of powers between the Union and States (Union list, State list, and Concurrent list) - Issues and challenges. Important Constitutional Amendments. Constitutional Authorities and their Role. Parliament and State Legislatures - structure, functioning, the conduct of business, powers & privileges, and issues arising out of these. Judiciary in India - Structure, and functions, important provisions relating to emergency and constitutional amendments, judicial review, Public Interest Litigation.
Public Administration and Governance
Meaning, Nature, and Scope of Public Administration - Evolution in India, Legacy of British rule. Role of Civil Services in Democracy. Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues and problems of implementation. Development processes - the role of civil society, NGOs, and other stakeholders. Statutory, regulatory, and various quasi-judicial authorities. Good governance and e-governance - Transparency, accountability, and responsiveness in governance - Citizen's Charter. RTI, Public Service Act and their implications, Concept of Social Audit and its importance. Rights Issues (Human rights, Women rights, SC/ST rights, Child rights), etc. Important International Institutions, Agencies, and Fora and their structure.
Ethics in Public Service
- Ethics and Human Interface: Essence, determinants, and consequences of Ethics in human behavior; dimensions of ethics; ethics in private and public relationships, ethics, integrity, and accountability in public service - RTI, Public Service Act, and its implications.
- Attitude: content, functions; its influence and relation with thought and behavior; moral and political attitudes; the role of social influence and persuasion.
- Emotional intelligence - concept, utilities, and application in administration and governance.
- Human Values - the role of family, society, and educational institutions in imparting values to citizens.
- Issues and challenges in ethics: Anti-Corruption Mechanism, Lok Pal, Lok Ayukta.
- Case studies in the above areas (i.e., 1 to 5)
Indian Economy and Planning
Emergence and development of planning exercises in India. Economic Performance, Dynamics, Challenges, New Initiatives, Reforms, etc. by the State and Central Government. Important Events, Developments, and Social Sector Initiatives. NITI Aayog: aims, constitution, and functions. Social Audit. The regulatory framework for money and banking: concepts, structure, and role. Indian Public finance: Indian tax system, public expenditure, public debt, deficit, and subsidies in the Indian economy. Center-state financial relation. Rural development - Challenges and policies; employment policies/schemes in India. External sector: Trends, Composition, and Direction of Foreign Trade. External sector reforms. Foreign Institutional Investment (FII) and Foreign direct investment (FDI). Gujarat economy - An overview, Gujarat Economy in relation to India and major states, Development policies for economic and social infrastructure. The co-operative movement in Gujarat and its impact on Socio-economic aspects of life. Infrastructure: Energy, Port, roads, Airport, Railways, Telecommunications - Social Impact Assessment.
