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RPSC RAS Syllabus 2023: Check the Prelims and Mains Syllabus for RPSC

Knowing the RPSC exam syllabus is crucial as it would help aspirants know the vital topics from different subjects, which will help them perform better. Check here to know the detailed RPSC RAS Pre and Mains syllabus.

Navya SinghUpdated on : Jul 19 2023 17:34 IST

RPSC Syllabus 2023

RPSC Syllabus 2023: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) is responsible for conducting various exams in Rajasthan for the recruitment of officers under the state service job posts. RPSC 2023 has not been conducted yet, and the application form for registration is expected to release by August 2023 (tentatively.) Hence, the RPSC syllabus PDF 2023 has not been released yet. Candidates may download the comprehensive subject-by-subject RPSC RAS Syllabus PDF (previous years) for both Prelims and Mains exams. Aligning the exam preparation with the prescribed syllabus will help candidates achieve the desired results.

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It is important for aspirants to understand the RPSC pattern and syllabus in order to perform well in the exam. The RPSC exam syllabus is vast and covers a wide range of subjects. Additionally, the syllabus differs for Prelims and Mains exams. Both rounds will have subjects and topics ranging from different fields including Science & Technology, Quantitative Aptitude, General Knowledge, and Reasoning among others. Further, students will also be questioned on facts about the state of Rajasthan including political issues, developments, history and geography.

RPSC Syllabus 2023

The preliminary exam, mains exam, and interview are the three phases of the RAS exam. As stated above, the RPSC RAS exam syllabus for 2023 has not yet been released by the Rajasthan Public Service Commission. It is anticipated that the 2023 RAS syllabus would be the same as the syllabus for the previous RPSC RAS exam cycle. Continue reading to understand the detailed exam syllabus and important topics for both prelims and mains.

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RPSC Prelims Syllabus 2023

The RPSC Preliminary exam consists of two papers: General Studies 1 and General Studies 2. These papers include General Knowledge and General Science topics. Both papers are objective in nature and carry 200 marks each. Students are given 3 hours to solve each paper. Check the table below to know the subjects and their important topics that students will need to prepare for-

Prelims Subjects	RPSC RAS Prelims Syllabus
History	Salient Features and Major Landmarks of Ancient and Medieval India Art, Culture, Literature, and Architecture Prominent Movements Major Dynasties, Their Administrative System. Socio-Economic Conditions Ancient and Medieval Period Modern Indian History The Freedom Struggle & Indian National Movement Post-independence Consolidation and Reorganization in India Social and Religious Reform movements in the 19th and 20th centuries
Geography	Geography (India): Agriculture and Agro-based Activities, Broad physical features and Major physiographic divisions, Manganese, Minerals – Iron, Coal, Oil & Gas, Transportation– major transport corridors, Natural Resources, Atomic minerals, Major Industries and Industrial development, Environmental Issues and Ecological Problems World Geography: Major Industrial Regions, Environmental and Ecological Issues, Wildlife and Biodiversity, Broad Physical features, International Waterways
History, Art, Culture, Literature, Tradition & Heritage of Rajasthan	Major Landmarks in the History of Rajasthan Salient Features of Architecture Important Works of Rajasthani Literature Local Dialects Fairs, Festivals, Folk Music, and Folk Dances Freedom Movement, Political Awakening, and Integration Rajasthani Culture, Traditions, and Heritage Religious Movements, Saints & Lok Devtas of Rajasthan Important Tourist Places Leading Personalities of Rajasthan
Geography (Rajasthan Specific)	Broad physical features and Major physiographic divisions Natural Resource of Rajasthan- Climate, Natural Vegetation, Forests, Wildlife, and Biodiversity Major irrigation projects Mines and Minerals Population Major Industries and Potential for Industrial Development
Governance, Constitution, and Indian Political System	Indian Constitution: Government of India Acts: 1919 and 1935, Constituent Assembly, Nature of Indian Constitution; Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State, Fundamental Duties, Federal Structure, Constitutional Amendments, Emergency Provisions, Public Interest Litigation (P.I.L.) and Judicial Review Governance: Democracy, Nature of Indian State, Judiciary, resident, Parliament, Supreme Court, Election Commission, Comptroller and Auditor General, Planning Commission, National Development Council, Central Vigilance Commission (CVC), Central Information Commission, Lokpal, National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), Panchayati Raj, Public Policy and Rights, public Policy, Legal Rights, and Citizen Charter
Indian Economy and Economic Concepts	Stock Exchange and Share Market Fiscal and Monetary Policies Subsidies, Public Distribution System E-Commerce Inflation- Concept, Impact and Control Mechanism Budgeting, Banking, Public Finance, National Income, Growth and Development Accounting - Concept, Tools, and Uses in Administration 5 Year Plans Major Sectors of Economy- Agriculture, Industry, Service, and Trade-Major Economic Problems and Government Initiatives Economic Reforms and Liberalization Human Development Index Social Justice and Empowerment
Rajasthan Economy	Infrastructure & Resources Major Development Projects Government Welfare Schemes for SC/ST/Backward A macro overview of the Economy Major Agricultural, Industrial, and Service Sector Issues. Growth, Development, and Planning Class/Minorities/Disabled Persons, Destitute, Women, Children, Old Age People, Farmers & Labourers
Reasoning	Logical Reasoning Mental Ability Basic Numeracy
Science and Technology	Electronics, Computers, Information, and Communication Technology Space Technology including Satellites Defense Technology Nanotechnology The human body, Food, and Nutrition, Health care Environmental and Ecological Changes and their Impacts Biodiversity, Biotechnology, and Genetic Engineering Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, and Animal Husbandry with special reference to Rajasthan Development of Science and Technology in Rajasthan
General Awareness	Major Current Events and Issues in Rajasthan Persons and Places in recent news Games and Sports related news/facts Recent Developments

RPSC Mains Syllabus 2023

The next round of the exam is the Mains paper which comprises four General Papers, namely: General Studies 1, General Studies 2, General Studies 3, and General Studies 4. The subjects and topics are similar to the Prelims round, but applicants require better clarity of the concepts to clear this phase of the exam. It is a pen and paper-based exam worth 800 marks. Check below to know the detailed RPSC RAS syllabus for the different papers of the RAS mains round-

General Studies I: History, Art, Culture, Literature, Tradition, and Heritage of Rajasthan, Indian History, Ancient, Medieval, and Modern, Indian Geography and World Geography, Indian Constitution, Political System, and Governance, Economic Concepts and Policies, Science and Technology, Environmental and Ecological Issues, Current Affairs, National and International

General Studies II: Logical Reasoning, Analytical Ability, and Mental Aptitude, Statistical Analysis, Graphs, and Diagrams, Development Concepts and Social Issues, Management Techniques and Administrative Ethics

General Studies III: Indian Economy and Economic Concepts and Policies, Economic Reforms and Globalization, Agriculture, Industry, and Service Sectors, Infrastructure and Developmental Issues

General Studies IV (Hindi and English): This paper is designed to test the candidate's proficiency in Hindi and English languages. The paper will have questions based on grammar, comprehension, and writing skills.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where can applicants find the RPSC Syllabus PDF?

Candidates can download the RPSC Syllabus PDF from the official website. Although, the conducting body has not released the syllabus PDF for the year 2023 as of yet. Students can refer to the previous year PDFs as the syllabus is unlikely to change.

What will be covered in the RPSC syllabus?

The RPSC exam syllabus includes a wide range of subjects and topics such as General Knowledge, General Science, History, Geography, Indian Constitution, Economic Concepts, Current Affairs, Logical Reasoning, and Language Proficiency.

How many papers are there in RPSC?

The RPSC exam will have two rounds, Prelims and Mains. The prelims exam includes two general papers whereas the mains round will have a total of four papers that applicants will have to prepare for.

What is the syllabus for the General Hindi and RPSC General English paper?

This paper is designed to test the language proficiency of aspirants. The syllabus for the General Hindi and General English paper includes grammar, comprehension, and writing skills.

Is the RPSC syllabus important?

The RPSC exam syllabus is essential to get the desired exam result. A thorough understanding of each subject and topic covered in the syllabus is crucial for performing well in the exam. Candidates should prepare a systematic study plan and follow it diligently to cover the entire syllabus.

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