The TNPSC (Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission) Group 1 exam, which is also known as the Combined Civil Services Examination – I (CCSE-I), includes a section on geography in its syllabus. The Group 1 exam is a highly competitive examination conducted in Tamil Nadu for the recruitment of candidates to various administrative positions in the state government. Here is the general syllabus for the geography section of the TNPSC Group 1 exam:
Geography:
- Physical Geography:
- Earth and its structure
- The lithosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere
- Earth’s physical features like mountains, plateaus, plains, and deserts
- Climate and weather patterns
- Natural disasters, such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and cyclones
- Human Geography:
- Population and demographics
- Settlements and urbanization
- Agriculture, irrigation, and land use
- Industries and industrial regions
- Transportation and communication
- Environmental issues and conservation
- Economic Geography:
- Agriculture in India
- Major crops and cropping patterns
- Mineral resources and industries
- Trade and commerce
- Regional development and planning
- Infrastructure development
- Regional Geography of India:
- India’s physical regions
- Regional disparities and development
- Cultural and linguistic diversity
- State-wise geography
- Indian Polity and Governance:
- Panchayati Raj institutions
- Local administration
- Rural and urban administration
- State and central government structure
Candidates are expected to have a good understanding of these topics to excel in the geography section of the TNPSC Group 1 exam. It is also advisable to refer to the official TNPSC Group 1 exam notification and syllabus for the most up-to-date and detailed information, as the syllabus may change over time. Additionally, referring to standard geography textbooks and study materials will be helpful in preparing for this section of the exam.
