HPAS General Studies I – Unit II, Sub-Unit 3

PAPER-IV ( GENERAL STUDIES-I ) UNIT–II : SUB UNIT–3 Syllabus

• Geography of Himachal Pradesh: Relief, Drainage, Vegetation cover and types.
• Climate and climatic zones in Himachal Pradesh.
• Geographical Regions of Himachal Pradesh (Shivalik, Doons and Low Valleys, Outer Valleys of Sub Himalaya, Mid Hill Tracts of High Himalaya, High hills and Valleys and Inner Zones).
• Human Aspects: Quantitative, Qualitative and Temporal characteristics of Population, Urbanization pattern.
• Policies: Forest, Industrial and Tourism Policies, Growth of Industrial areas and types of Industries in Himachal, Employment generation and potential, Scope of future Industrialization, Hazard Vulnerability and Risk Profile of Himachal Pradesh.

PAPER-IV ( GENERAL STUDIES-I ) UNIT–II : SUB UNIT–3 PYQ

Based on the syllabus definition for UNIT–II, SUB UNIT–3 (Geography of Himachal Pradesh: Relief, Drainage, Vegetation, Climate, Population, Urbanization, Policies, Industrial Growth, Employment, and Hazard Profile), here are all the relevant questions extracted from the sources, arranged chronologically starting with the most recent year, and including their original question numbers from the respective examination papers in brackets {}.

1. Discuss the potentiality and present status of hydropower in Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 7, 2025)
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2. Explain the relevance of green tourism for the sustainable development of the environment in Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 17, 2025)
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3. Explain the contribution of the Tribal population to the socio-economic development of Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 20, 2025)
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4. Himachal Pradesh is considered the “Land of Gods” (Dev Bhoomi). How has this feeling among its people affected their social and economic life? Explain. (Q. 10, 2025)
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1. “Development is both the cause and effect of disasters in Himachal Pradesh.” Discuss with recent examples. (Q. 7, 2024)
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2. Assess critically the physiography of Himachal Pradesh and show its influence on the climate of the State. (Q. 17, 2024)
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3. Himachal Pradesh is known for horticulture and related industrial enterprises. Yet, the exodus of youths to urban areas is a very significant trend. Suggest measures of rural reconstruction to arrest the outward migration of youths. (Q. 20, 2024)
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1. Write a note on Sanjay Vidyut Pariyojana of Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 7, 2023)
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2. Which are the main industrial regions in Himachal Pradesh? Which are the major Industries in them? (Q. 22, 2023)
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3. Write a detailed geographical essay on the Lesser Himalaya zone of Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 23, 2023)
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1. Write a geographical note on Vishal Tal. (Q. 7, 2021)
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2. Tribal societies are in transition all over the world. Analyse the factors and impact of this transition in Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 11, 2021)
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3. Development has a cost element attached to it. What would be your suggestion for sustainable development in Himachal Pradesh? (Q. 12, 2021)
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4. Write a note on hydropower potentials, its development, and its significance for the economic development of Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 28, 2021)
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1. ‘The development of the tourism industry in Himachal Pradesh has generated multifold employment opportunities.’ Explain the statement with examples from various geographical regions of the state. (Q. 28, 2020)
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1. Discuss the basic challenges encountered for the inclusion of tribals in Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 14, 2019)
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2. Discuss the provision of the Act which helps in preventing land alienation among tribal communities of Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 15, 2019)
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3. While giving suitable examples, discuss the major hurdles in the horticultural development of Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 28, 2019)
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1. Write a brief note on the impact of legal protection to Scheduled Castes in Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 11, 2018)
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2. Discuss the major problems and prospects of the hydro-power sector in Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 28, 2018)
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1. Describe the major types of natural vegetation of Himachal Pradesh. (Q. 28, 2017)
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1. What are the main horticultural products of the Kinnaur and Lahaul-Spiti regions of Himachal Pradesh? (Q. 12, 2016)
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2. On the basis of topography and altitude, which are the major geographical zones in H.P.? (Q. 24, 2016)
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3. Which are the main industrial areas in H.P. and which are the major industries in them? (Q. 25, 2016)
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