UKPSC Election Commission Review Officer (RO) Syllabus 2024

Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) will going to conduct Review Officer (RO) Exam 2024 to recruit qualified candidates for the post of Review Officer in the Uttarakhand State Election Commission and other state government departments. Candidates who have applied for the given post can check detailed syllabus and exam pattern to prepare effectively for the upcoming review officer 2024 recruitment exam.

In this article, we will discuss the UKPSC (Uttarakhand State Election Commission) RO syllabus and its exam pattern, with important tips to help candidates structure their preparation plan efficiently.

Contents

1 UKPSC Election Commission RO Recruitment 2024
2 UKPSC RO Exam Pattern 2024
3 Important Links
4 Uttarakhand Review Officer Prelims Syllabus 2024
5 Uttarakhand State Election Commission RO Mains Syllabus
6 Final Words

UKPSC Election Commission RO Recruitment 2024

The Review Officer (RO) plays a critical role in assisting the Uttarakhand State Election Commission with administrative and election-related tasks. The UKPSC conducts a two-stage exam for the RO post:

Preliminary Examination
Main Examination

Candidates must clear both stages to qualify for the final selection. Preliminary exam will be qualifying in nature where as final merit is based on mains examination result.

UKPSC RO Exam Pattern 2024

Preliminary Examination:- The Preliminary Exam is the first step of the selection process. It is an objective-type exam designed to screen candidates for the Main Exam. Here’s the exam pattern:

Type of Exam: Objective (Multiple Choice Questions)
Total Marks: 150 marks
Total Questions: 150 questions.
Duration: 2 hours
Subject Covered: General Studies
Marking Scheme:- Each correct answer carries 1 mark, and there will be a penalty for wrong answers (negative marking) of -0.25 marks as per the UKPSC exam guidelines.

Main Examination:- Candidates who qualify for the prelims are eligible to appear for the Main Examination. This stage consists of subjective (descriptive) questions and tests a candidate’s in-depth knowledge and writing skills. The total marks for the Main Exam are 400 marks. Mains exam tests a candidate’s in-depth general studies, writing skills and language proficiency.

Paper 1: General Studies (Objective MCQ Paper) – 200 Marks [3 Hours]
Paper 2: Hindi Compostion (Descriptive) – 100 Marks
Paper 3: Essay Writing (Descriptive) – 100 Marks

Important Links

Must See: Uttarakhand ARO RO Syllabus 2024 UKPSC Samiksha Adhikari Exam Pattern [Advocate Gen. Office Nainital]
Important Link: UKPSC Election Review Officer (RO) Recruitment 2024 Vacancy Details
Latest UKPSC Notifications: https://4syllabus.in/tag/ukpsc/
Latest Jobs & Recruitment Updates in Uttarakhand: https://4syllabus.in/tag/uttarakhand/
Official Website: https://psc.uk.gov.in

Uttarakhand Review Officer Prelims Syllabus 2024

General Science and Technology, basic knowledge of computer Science:- Questions on General Science and technology, Discoveries, Inventions, information and space technology, electronic media, cyber crime, Environmental Science and basic knowledge of computer Science will cover general appreciation and understanding of Science including matters of every day observation and experience, as may be expected of a well educated person, who has not made a special study of any scientific discipline.
History and culture of India including India’s struggle for freedom and post independence Indian polity:- In History emphasis should be on broad understanding of Political, economic, social, spiritual and cultural aspects of Indian history. In the Indian National Movement, the candidates are expected to have synoptic view of the nature and character of the freedom movement, growth of nationalism and attainment of independence.
Indian Polity and Indian Economy:- Questions on Indian polity and economy will be based on Indian polity, Constitution, Panchayati raj and Community development, broad features of Indian economy and planning.
Population, Environment and Urbanisation in Indian Context:- The candidates will be tested with respect to problems and relationship between Population, Environment and Urbanisation.
Geography of India and Uttarakhand, Neighbouring states and relation with neighbouring Countries:- Geography of India and Uttarakhand Questions will relate to physical, political, social and economic and Questions will based on Important International Organisation and agreements, Neighbouring states and relation with neighbouring Countries.
History and Culture of Uttarakhand (State Formation/Prior):- Historical background of Uttarakhand: Ancient period, Mediaeval period Important dynasties and their achievements; Gurkha invasion and administration, British rule, Tehri State and its administration, role of Uttarakhand in the Freedom Movement of India and related eminent personalities, historical sites and monuments; movements for the formation of Uttarakhand, Castes and tribes, religious and folk beliefs, literature and folk literature, traditions and customs, costumes and ornaments; Fairs and Festivals, food habits, art and Crafts, dances, songs, musical instruments, major tourist places, important sports, tournaments and awards, famous Personalities of Uttarakhand and their contribution, State steps taken by Uttarakhand for the development of culture.
Uttarakhand State Policy:- tourism, environment, disaster management and mitigation, Economy, Agricultural and Horticultural Context:: Elected governments in Uttarakhand and their policies, State tourist spot, prospects and Challenges of tourism, Natural and man made calamities and Disaster management and mitigation, Environment and Environmental movement, environmental problems and solutions, Biodiversity and its preservation, local agriculture and animal husbandry, condition of land holdings and need for consolidation of holdings, forest resources and horticulture, Major crops and crop rotation, Means of irrigation.
Current Events of National and International Importance:- On Current Events of National and International Importance, Sports, candidates will be expected to have knowledge about them.
General Intelligence Test:- In General, Mental Ability, questions will test comprehension, reasoning and numerical ability.

Uttarakhand State Election Commission RO Mains Syllabus

Paper 1: General Studies:- 200 Marks

General Science and Technology:- Questions on General Science and technology, Discoveries, Inventions, information, Bio technology, Solar technology and space technology, Artificial Intelligence, Application of new technology for health and medicines, Environmental Awareness, Natural Bio resources, electronic media, cyber crime and understanding of Science including matters of every day observation and experience, as may be expected of a well educated person, who has not made a special study of any scientific discipline.
Basic knowledge of computer and its application in the development:- Candidates are required to have Basic knowledge of computer and Internet and Communication its application in the development.
History and Culture of India and Uttarakhand:- In History of India and Uttarakhand emphasis should be on broad understanding of economic, social, Cultural and political aspects of Indian history.
Indian National Movement, Relation with other Countries (Specially neighbouring Countries) after Independence:- In Indian National movement, the candidates are expected to have a synoptic view of the nature and character of the Indian freedom movement, growth of Nationalism and knowledge of relation with other Countries (Specially neighbouring Countries) after Independence
Geography and Population of India and Uttarakhand:- Geography of India and Uttarakhand Questions will relate to physical, political, social and economic, population, Important National/International Organisation and agreements.
Disaster management and mitigation (ecosystem, environment and natural calamities):- Candidates are required to have knowledge of Natural and man made calamities and Disaster management and mitigation, Global Warming, Ozone Depletion, Biodiversity and its preservation, environmental problems and solutions
Indian Polity and Economy:- Questions on Indian polity and economy will be based on Constitution, Panchayati raj and Community development, broad features of Indian economy and planning.
Polity of Uttarakhand, Panchayati Raj Act:- Governor, Legislation, Chief Minister, Council of Ministers, Public Services, Public Service Commission, High Court and it’s Jurisdiction, Provision for minorities, Schedule Caste/Tribes, Special State Selection Criteria, Official Language, Political Parties and Election, Local Government and Panchayati Raj, Community Development, Public Policy, Right Related Issues (Education, Employment, Development etc.) Governance (Prevention of Corruption, Lok Ayukt, Citizen charter, E-Governance, Right to Information, Samadhan Yojna, Right to Service etc.) and other related aspects,
Economy of Uttarakhand:- local agriculture and animal husbandry, condition of land holdings and need for consolidation of holdings, forest resources and horticulture, Major crops and crop rotation, Means of irrigation.
Current events of National and International importance:- On Current Events of National and International Importance, Sports, candidates will be expected to have knowledge about them.

Paper 2: Hindi Composition 100 Marks:- हिन्दी संरचना : (Hindi Composition) इस प्रश्न-पत्र में कुल 5 प्रश्न और उनका अंक वितरण इस प्रकार होगा :-

किसी दिये गये गद्यांश का (क) उचित शीर्षक ( ख ) सारांश (मूल गद्यांश का एक तिहाई ) तथा गद्यांश के रेखांकित अंशों की व्याख्या । 4+10+6 Marks
किसी दिये हुए सरकारी पत्र का सारिणी रूप (Tabular Form) में सार लेखन । 15 Marks
पत्राचार :- 15+15+15 Marks (क) शासकीय / अर्द्धशासकीय पत्र (ख) कार्यालय आदेश / कार्यालय ज्ञाप (ग) विज्ञप्ति, परिपत्र एवं टिप्पणी
पारिभाषिक शब्दावली रूपान्तरण: 12 शब्द दिये जाने है, जिसमें से कोई 10 करने हैं । 10 शब्द अंग्रेजी से हिन्दी 10 अंक
रूपान्तरण : 12 दिये गये शब्दों में से कोई 10 करने हैं । 10 शब्द हिन्दी से अंग्रेजी 10 अंक

Paper 3: Drafting and Essay Writing (100 Marks):- इस प्रश्नपत्र के अन्तर्गत क, ख और ग तीन खण्ड होंगे। प्रत्येक खण्ड से एक-एक शीर्षक का चयन करते हुये ( दी गयी शब्द सीमा में) कुल तीन निबन्ध हिन्दी अथवा अंग्रेजी भाषा में लिखने होंगे :-

खण्ड (क) (शब्द सीमा 600, अंक 35)

साहित्य और संस्कृति
सामाजिक क्षेत्र
राजनीतिक क्षेत्र

खण्ड (ख) (शब्द सीमा 600, अंक 35)

विज्ञान, पर्यावरण एवं प्रौद्योगिकी
आर्थिक क्षेत्र
कृषि एवं व्यापार

खण्ड (ग) (शब्द सीमा 600, अंक 30)

राष्ट्रीय एवं अन्तर्राष्ट्रीय घटना क्रम
प्राकृतिक आपदायें : भू-स्खलन, चक्रवात भूकम्प, बाढ़, सूखा आदि
राष्ट्रीय विकास योजनायें

Final Words

The UKPSC Review Officer (RO) Exam 2024 will be tough and competitive due to low number of posts. A thorough understanding of the syllabus and exam pattern, can help candidates excel in this competitive exam. Make sure to regularly check this page for latest updates on Uttarakhand State Election Commission review officer exam dates, other important notifications. Best of Luck.