Government exams in India, such as UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, Defence, and State PSCs, assess candidates on multiple skills—ranging from general awareness to problem-solving ability. While the exact syllabus may differ, the types of questions generally fall into the following categories:
- General Knowledge (GK) – Current affairs, history, geography, polity, science, and economy.
- Maths (Quantitative Aptitude) – Percentage, ratio, profit & loss, time & work, data interpretation.
- Reasoning – Puzzles, coding-decoding, blood relations, series, syllogism.
- English – Grammar, synonyms, antonyms, comprehension, sentence correction.
- Professional Knowledge – Banking, teaching, and technical (depends on the exam).
In short, exams check knowledge + maths + reasoning + language + subject skills.
Conclusion:
Government exams test a candidate’s knowledge, aptitude, reasoning, and communication skills. Preparing with previous year papers, mock tests, and a clear study plan helps in understanding the pattern and improving accuracy.
