IMPORTANT DATES
Name of the Examination Department | Karnataka Examination Authority |
Number of the Posts | Yet to be announce |
Application Form Starting Date | Yet to be announce |
Last Date to Apply for the post | Yet to be announce |
Last date for Payment of Fee | Yet to be announce |
HOW TO APPLY IN ONLINE
Visit KEA’s Official Website i.e. http://kea.kar.nic.in/rdpr.htm
Candidates can apply through the Online Mode Application available on the respective website.
Candidates must verify that they meet the eligibility conditions as mentioned in the official notification.
Upload scanned copies of documents / certificates.
Pay the application fee through the online or through the post office challan.
Finally, download the application form.
FEES DETAILS
Category |
Age Limit (in years) |
GM and OBC ( 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B ) |
Rs. 500 |
SC/ ST/ Physically Handicapped and Ex-Servicemen |
Rs. 250 |
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Age criteria
Category | Age Limit (in years) |
GM | 18-35 Years |
(2A, 2B, 3A, 3B ) | 18 -38 Years |
SC/ ST | 18 -40 Years |
2. Education qualifications
Graduation or equivalent degree from a University recognized by UGC by the last date of application for this post should be completed. (Ex-Servicemen Candidates if they have a Qualification Certificate such candidates will be considered.)
WRITTEN EXAMINATION
The Karnataka PDO (Panchayat Development Officer) exam pattern consists of a written test which is conducted in two stages: Paper 1 and Paper 2.
Paper 1: General Knowledge, General Kannada, General English
Total Marks: 200
Total Time: 2 Hours
Topics: General Knowledge, General Kannada and General English
Number of Questions: 100 objective-type questions, with each question carrying 2 marks
General Knowledge: 40 Questions
General Kannada: 30 questions
General English: 30 questions
Negative Marking: 0.5 marks for each wrong answer
Paper 2: Rural Development and Panchayat Raj
Total Marks: 200
Total Time: 2 Hours
Topics: Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Knowledge, Rural Sociology, and General Science
Number of Questions: 100 objective-type questions, with each question carrying 2 marks
Negative Marking: 0.5 marks for each wrong answer
The exam is conducted in both English and Kannada languages, and candidates can choose their preferred language while applying for the exam.
Based on the above exam pattern, the following can be analyzed:
The total marks for the exam is 400, with each paper carrying equal weightage.
The total time given for each paper is 2 hours, which means that candidates need to manage their time well to attempt all the questions in the given time.
There is a negative marking of 0.5 marks for each wrong answer, which means that candidates need to be careful while attempting the questions.
The exam tests the candidates on their knowledge of various subjects such as General Knowledge, General English, Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Knowledge, Rural Sociology, and General Science, which requires comprehensive preparation.
The questions in the General Kannada and General English sections are designed to test the candidates’ knowledge of the respective languages, including their grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and communication skills.
SYLLABUS
The Karnataka PDO (Panchayat Development Officer) exam tests candidates on their knowledge of various subjects. The detailed syllabus for the exam is as follows:
Paper - 1
I. General Knowledge:
The General Knowledge section of the Karnataka PDO (Panchayat Development Officer) exam tests the candidates on their knowledge of various topics related to India and the world. The detailed syllabus for the General Knowledge section is as follows:
1. Indian History and Culture:
Ancient Indian history: Indus Valley Civilization, Vedic Period, Mauryan Empire, Gupta Empire, etc.
Medieval Indian history: Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, etc.
Modern Indian history: Indian National Movement, Independence, Indian Constitution, etc.
Indian Cultural Heritage: Indian art, music, literature, dance, festivals, etc.
2. Indian Geography and World Geography:
Physical Geography of India: Mountains, Rivers, Plateaus, Deserts, Climate, etc.
Political Geography of India: States and Union Territories, Important Cities, etc.
Physical Geography of the World: Continents, Oceans, Mountain Ranges, etc.
Political Geography of the World: Important Countries and Capitals, International Organizations, etc.
3. Indian Economy:
Indian Economy since Independence: Planning Commission, Economic Reforms, etc.
Economic Policies: Fiscal Policy, Monetary Policy, Industrial Policy, etc.
International Trade: WTO, International Organizations, etc.
Agriculture: Green Revolution, Agricultural Policies, etc.
Industry: Industrial Policies, Public Sector Enterprises, etc.
Infrastructure: Transportation, Energy, Telecommunications, etc.
4. Indian Polity and Governance:
Constitution of India: Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Fundamental Duties, Directive Principles of State Policy, etc.
Indian Political System: Union Government, State Government, Local Government, etc.
Public Policy: Welfare Schemes, Social Security Schemes, etc.
Social Welfare Schemes: Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana, etc.
International Relations: India and its neighbours, India and the world, etc.
5. General Science:
Physics: Mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, magnetism, modern physics
Chemistry: Elements, compounds, acids and bases, states of matter, chemical reactions, atomic structure, periodic table, organic chemistry
Biology: Cell biology, genetics, ecology, plant and animal kingdom, human biology
6. Current Affairs:
National and International Events: Political, Economic, Scientific, Social, etc.
Recent Developments in various fields such as Politics, Sports, Science and Technology, Environment, etc.
II. General English
The General English section of the Karnataka PDO (Panchayat Development Officer) exam tests the candidates on their knowledge of the English language. The detailed syllabus for the General English section is as follows:
1. Vocabulary:
Synonyms and Antonyms
Homonyms and Homophones
One-word Substitution
Idioms and Phrases
Words often Confused
2. Grammar:
Parts of Speech: Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adverb, Adjective, Conjunction, Preposition, etc.
Tenses: Present, Past, Future, etc.
Articles: Definite and Indefinite
Active and Passive Voice
Direct and Indirect Speech
Sentence Types: Simple, Compound, Complex, etc.
Sentence Correction and Error Detection
3. Comprehension:
Reading Comprehension
Vocabulary in Context
Understanding and Interpreting Ideas and Information
4.Communication:
Conversation: Dialogue Writing, Small Talks, etc.
Public Speaking: Speech Writing, Presentation Skills, etc.
Candidates are advised to read and practice from standard English textbooks, newspapers, and other relevant materials to improve their proficiency in the English language. They should also focus on building their vocabulary, improving their grammar skills, and practicing writing and communication skills.
III. General Kannada
The General Kannada section of the Karnataka PDO (Panchayat Development Officer) exam tests the candidates on their knowledge of the Kannada language. The detailed syllabus for the General Kannada section is as follows:
1. Kannada Language:
Alphabets and pronunciation
Vocabulary and its usage
Kannada grammar: Nouns, Pronouns, Verbs, Adjectives, Adverbs, Prepositions, Conjunctions, etc.
Kannada sentence formation and structure
Proverbs and Idioms
2. Comprehension:
Reading comprehension
Vocabulary in context
Understanding and interpreting ideas and information
3. Communication:
Conversation: Dialogue and Small Talks, etc.
Public Speaking: Speech and Presentation Skills, etc.
Candidates are advised to read and practice from standard Kannada textbooks, newspapers, and other relevant materials to improve their proficiency in the Kannada language. They should also focus on building their vocabulary, improving their grammar skills, and practicing writing and communication skills.
Paper - 2
Paper 2 of the Karnataka PDO (Panchayat Development Officer) exam tests the candidates on their knowledge of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj System. The detailed syllabus for Paper 2 is as follows:
1. Panchayat Raj System:
73rd and 74th Amendments to the Constitution: Features, Significance, etc.
Rural and Urban Local Self Government: Gram Panchayat, Taluk Panchayat, Zilla Panchayat, Municipal Corporations, etc.
2. Rural Development Programmes:
MGNREGA: Objectives, Components, Benefits, Criticisms, etc.
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan: Objectives, Components, Benefits, Criticisms, etc.
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana: Objectives, Components, Benefits, Criticisms, etc.
Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (Gramin): Objectives, Components, Benefits, Criticisms, etc.
Other Rural Development Schemes: NRLM, PMGSY, IWMP, etc.
3. Decentralization and Local Governance:
Powers and functions of Panchayat Raj Institutions: Social Welfare, Rural Development, Poverty Alleviation, Infrastructure Development, etc.
Devolution of Powers: Decentralization, Devolution of powers, Decentralization vs. Centralization, etc.
4. Rural Poverty Alleviation and Rural Development:
Poverty in India: Causes, Dimensions, Measurements, etc.
Rural Development Policies: Objectives, Strategies, etc.
Rural Poverty Alleviation Programmes: Objectives, Components, Benefits, Criticisms, etc.
Poverty Eradication Strategies: Self-help Groups, Microfinance, Entrepreneurship, Skill Development, etc.
5. Rural Economy:
Agricultural Sector: Importance, Issues, and Challenges, Agricultural Marketing, Agricultural Credit, etc.
Rural Industries: Importance, Issues, and Challenges, Rural Industrialization, Entrepreneurship, etc.
Marketing of Agricultural Products: Agricultural Marketing, Issues, and Challenges, e-Marketing, etc.
Rural Credit and Cooperatives: Cooperative Movements, Agricultural Credit, Rural Credit, Microfinance, etc.
Land Reforms: Objectives, Strategies, Issues, and Challenges, etc.
6. Rural Sociology:
Rural Social Structure: Caste, class, gender, ethnicity, religion, kinship, family, rural-urban migration.
Rural Institutional Systems: Village panchayats, community organizations, voluntary organizations, cooperatives, self-help groups
Rural Social Change: Social mobility, social transformation, social conflicts, social movements, social problems, social issues
Rural Development: Approaches to rural development, community development, participatory development, integrated rural development
Candidates are advised to read and prepare from standard books and other study materials to get a better understanding of the above topics.
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