Data-derived GS Paper I breakdown
UPSC Prelims 2024 paper analysis
This analysis counts 100 questions in our 2024 GS Paper I library. It shows the recorded subject mix, canonical topic distribution, and changes in counts versus 2023 where comparison data is available. It does not infer difficulty or predict a future paper.
Subject distribution in 2024
| Subject | Questions | Share | vs 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| History | 25 | 25% | +12 |
| Environment | 18 | 18% | +2 |
| Polity | 17 | 17% | +1 |
| Economy | 16 | 16% | +1 |
| Geography | 10 | 10% | -5 |
| Science | 9 | 9% | -3 |
| Current Affairs | 5 | 5% | -8 |
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
As per Article 368 of the Constitution of India, the Parliament may amend any provision of the Constitution by way of : 1. Addition 2. Variation 3. Repeal Select the correct a...
History
Consider the following statements : 1. There are no parables in Upanishads. 2. Upanishads were composed earlier than the Puranas. Which of the statements given above is/are co...
Economy
Consider the following statements : 1. India is a member of the International Grains Council. 2. A country needs to be a member of the International Grains Council for exporti...
Geography
With reference to "water vapour", which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a gas, the amount of which decreases with altitude. 2. Its percentage is maximum a...
Environment
Consider the following statements: 1. Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in India are less than 0.5 t CO2/capita. 2. In terms of CO2 emissions from fuel combustion, India ranks se...
Science
Which one of the following words/phrases is most appropriately used to denote "an interoperable network of 3D virtual worlds that can be accessed simultaneously by millions of...
Current Affairs
Consider the following statements about 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' : 1. It targets installation of one crore solar rooftop panels in the residential sector. 2. The Mini...
Environment
Consider the following statements: Statement I: Studies indicate that carbon dioxide emissions from cement industry account for more than 5% of global carbon emissions. Statem...
Economy
With reference to physical capital in Indian economy, consider the following pairs : Items : Category 1. Farmer's plough : Working capital 2. Computer : Fixed capital 3. Yarn...
Economy
With reference to the sectors of the Indian economy, consider the following pairs : Economic activity : Sector 1. Storage of agricultural produce : Secondary 2. Dairy farm : P...
Polity
With reference to the Indian polity, consider the following statements : 1. An Ordinance can amend any Central Act. 2. An Ordinance can abridge a Fundamental Right. 3. An Ordi...
Polity
Consider the following statements : 1. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own discretion. 2. The Pre...
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.