Data-derived GS Paper I breakdown
UPSC Prelims 2020 paper analysis
This analysis counts 100 questions in our 2020 GS Paper I library. It shows the recorded subject mix, canonical topic distribution, and changes in counts versus 2019 where comparison data is available. It does not infer difficulty or predict a future paper.
Subject distribution in 2020
| Subject | Questions | Share | vs 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 20 | 20% | +4 |
| Environment | 18 | 18% | +3 |
| Polity | 17 | 17% | +4 |
| Science | 14 | 14% | +1 |
| History | 13 | 13% | +3 |
| Current Affairs | 9 | 9% | -15 |
| Geography | 9 | 9% | 0 |
Most represented canonical topics
These are conservative category counts based on enriched topic and sub-topic labels, not official UPSC syllabus tags.
Representative solved questions
The sample starts with one graded question from each available subject, then fills remaining slots without repeating identical prompt text.
Polity
Consider the following statements: 1. Aadhaar metadata cannot be stored for more than three months. 2. State cannot enter into any contract with private corporations for shari...
History
With reference to the book "Desher Katha" written by Sakharam Ganesh Deuskar during the freedom struggle, consider the following statements : 1. It warned against the Colonial...
Economy
With reference to the Indian economy after the 1991 economic liberalization, consider the following statements : 1. Worker productivity (₹ per worker at 2004 - 05 prices) incr...
Geography
Consider the following statements : 1. Jet streams occur in the Northern Hemisphere only. 2. Only some cyclones develop an eye. 3. The temperature inside the eye of a cyclone...
Environment
In the context of India, which of the following is/are considered to be practice(s) of eco-friendly agriculture ? 1. Crop diversification 2. Legume intensification 3. Tensiome...
Science
With reference to "Blockchain Technology", consider the following statements : 1. It is a public ledger that everyone can inspect, but which no single user controls. 2. The st...
Current Affairs
With reference to the cultural history of India, which one of the following is the correct description of the term 'paramitas' ?
Environment
With reference to India's biodiversity, Ceylon frogmouth, Coppersmith barbet, Gray-chinned minivet and White-throated redstart are
Economy
"Gold Tranche" (Reserve Tranche) refers to
History
The Gandhi-Irwin Pact included which of the following ? 1. Invitation to Congress to participate in the Round Table Conference 2. Withdrawal of Ordinances promulgated in conne...
History
With reference to the history of India, consider the following pairs : Famous Place — Present State 1. Bhilsa — Madhya Pradesh 2. Dwarasamudra — Maharashtra 3. Girinagar — Guj...
Science
Consider the following statements : 1. Genetic changes can be introduced in the cells that produce eggs or sperms of a prospective parent. 2. A person's genome can be edited b...
Method and limitations
Counts come from the live PYQ database snapshot reviewed on 12 August 2026. Subject, topic, and concept classifications are independent, AI-assisted enrichment rather than official UPSC labels. We publish descriptive counts—not predictions—and correct classification errors when found. Read the complete methodology and correction policy.