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Topic-wise UPSC Prelims questions<\/strong> are very important for CSE Prelims preparation. The UPSC 2026 Prelims Exam is scheduled for May 24, 2026. At this point in time, the best way to revise and practise for the exam is to use topic-wise UPSC Prelims questions.<\/p>\r\n

In this article, aspirants wil4l find topic-wise UPSC Prelims questions carefully compiled from the last 10 years' question papers, from 2025 to 2013.<\/p>\r\n

Also Check: UPSC Result 2025<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Topic Wise UPSC Prelims Questions PDF<\/h2>\r\n

By going through the topic-wise UPSC Prelims questions PDF, aspirants can assess their knowledge and identify areas where they need to improve. It also helps them practise time management and develop a strategic approach towards solving questions effectively.<\/p>\r\n

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Ancient History Questions PDF<\/a><\/td>\r\nMedieval History Questions PDF<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Modern History Questions PDF<\/a><\/td>\r\nUPSC Prelims Polity Questions PDF<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Environment Questions PDF<\/a><\/td>\r\nUPSC Prelims Economics Questions PDF<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Science and Technology Questions<\/a><\/td>\r\nGeography Questions PDF<\/a><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n

Also Check: UPSC Update Regarding Correction Window<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

UPSC Prelims Questions Topic-Wise Analysis<\/h2>\r\n

The UPSC Prelims<\/a> GS Paper 1 consists of 100 multiple choice questions that cover a variety of topics. The specific topics covered in the exam vary each year, but the overall distribution of questions across subjects is relatively consistent. You can find a breakdown of the subject-wise weightage and questions in the table below. This will help you to prepare for the upcoming UPSC Prelims 2026 Exam.<\/p>\r\n

For comprehensive and result-oriented preparation, aspirants should join the Vajiram and Ravi PowerUp Prelims Test Series 2026<\/strong><\/a>, designed to strengthen conceptual clarity and exam-oriented practice.<\/p>\r\n

UPSC Prelims Topic Wise Questions Analysis - Last 10 Years<\/h3>\r\n
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Year<\/strong><\/td>\r\nHistory<\/strong><\/td>\r\nGeography<\/strong><\/td>\r\nPolity<\/strong><\/td>\r\nArt & Culture<\/strong><\/td>\r\nEnvironment<\/strong><\/td>\r\nScience & Tech<\/strong><\/td>\r\nEconomics<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2013<\/strong><\/td>\r\n16<\/td>\r\n18<\/td>\r\n16<\/td>\r\n9<\/td>\r\n17<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n19<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2014<\/strong><\/td>\r\n20<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n10<\/td>\r\n18<\/td>\r\n16<\/td>\r\n10<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2015<\/strong><\/td>\r\n17<\/td>\r\n16<\/td>\r\n13<\/td>\r\n3<\/td>\r\n11<\/td>\r\n8<\/td>\r\n13<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2016<\/strong><\/td>\r\n15<\/td>\r\n7<\/td>\r\n7<\/td>\r\n3<\/td>\r\n18<\/td>\r\n8<\/td>\r\n18<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2017<\/strong><\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n9<\/td>\r\n22<\/td>\r\n5<\/td>\r\n15<\/td>\r\n9<\/td>\r\n16<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2018<\/strong><\/td>\r\n22<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n13<\/td>\r\n7<\/td>\r\n13<\/td>\r\n10<\/td>\r\n18<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2019<\/strong><\/td>\r\n17<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n15<\/td>\r\n3<\/td>\r\n11<\/td>\r\n7<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2020<\/strong><\/td>\r\n20<\/td>\r\n10<\/td>\r\n17<\/td>\r\n4<\/td>\r\n10<\/td>\r\n10<\/td>\r\n15<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2021<\/strong><\/td>\r\n10<\/td>\r\n10<\/td>\r\n11<\/td>\r\n5<\/td>\r\n17<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n16<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2022<\/strong><\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n16<\/td>\r\n15<\/td>\r\n\u2013<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n12<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
2023<\/strong><\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n16<\/td>\r\n15<\/td>\r\n\u2013<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n12<\/td>\r\n14<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

UPSC Prelims 2025 Questions Reflections From Vajiram's Test Series<\/b><\/a><\/span><\/p>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n

Topic Wise History Prelims Questions (PYQs)<\/h2>\r\n

The UPSC Prelims History subject covers the following topics: Ancient History, Medieval History, Modern History and Art & Culture. The questions in the UPSC Prelims History exam are designed to test the candidate's knowledge of the major events, personalities, and trends in Indian history. Candidates are also expected to be able to analyze and interpret historical data, and to identify the interconnections between different historical periods and events.<\/p>\r\n

Ancient History Questions 2023<\/h3>\r\n

Q.1.<\/strong> In which one of the following regions was Dhanyakataka, which flourished as a prominent Buddhist centre under the Mahasanghikas, located<\/a>?<\/p>\r\n

(a) Andhra<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

(b) Gandhara<\/p>\r\n

(c) Kalinga<\/p>\r\n

(d) Magadha<\/p>\r\n

Q.2. With reference to ancient India, consider the following statements:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

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  1. The concept of Stupa is Buddhist in origin.<\/li>\r\n\t
  2. Stupa was generally a repository of relics.<\/li>\r\n\t
  3. Stupa was a votive and commemorative structure in Buddhist tradition.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

    How many of the statements given above are correct?<\/p>\r\n

    (a) Only one<\/p>\r\n

    (b) Only two<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

    (c) All three<\/p>\r\n

    (d) None<\/p>\r\n

    Q.3.<\/strong> With reference to ancient South India, Korkai, Poompuhar and Muchiri were well known as<\/a><\/p>\r\n

    (a) capital cities<\/p>\r\n

    (b) ports<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

    (c) centers of iron-and-steel making<\/p>\r\n

    (d) shrines of Jain Tirthankaras<\/p>\r\n

    Q.4.<\/strong> Which one of the following explains the practice of Vattakirutal' as mentioned in Sangam poems<\/a>?<\/p>\r\n

    (a) Kings employing women bodyguards.<\/p>\r\n

    (b) Learned persons assembling in royal courts to discuss religious and philosophical matters<\/p>\r\n

    (c) Young girls keeping watch over agricultural fields and driving away birds and animals<\/p>\r\n

    (d) A king defeated in a battle committing ritual suicide by starving himself to death<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

    Q.5. With reference to ancient Indian History, consider the following pairs:<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

    \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
    Literary work<\/strong><\/td>\r\nAuthor<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Devichandragupta<\/td>\r\nBilhana<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Hammira-Mahakavya<\/td>\r\nNayachandra Suri<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Milinda-panha<\/td>\r\nNagarjuna<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
    Nitivakyamrita<\/td>\r\nSomadeva Suri<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n

    How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?<\/p>\r\n

    (a) Only one<\/p>\r\n

    (b) Only two<\/p>\r\n

    (c) Only three<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

    (d) All four<\/p>\r\n

    Q.6<\/strong>. \"Souls are not only the property of animal and plant life, but also of rocks, running water and many other natural objects not looked on as living by other religious sects.<\/a>\"<\/p>\r\n

    The above statement reflects one of the core beliefs of which one of the following religious sects of ancient India?<\/p>\r\n

    (a) Buddhism<\/p>\r\n

    (b) Jainism<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

    (c) Shaivism<\/p>\r\n

    (d) Vaishnavism<\/p>\r\n

    Medieval History Questions 2023<\/h3>\r\n

    Q1.<\/strong> Consider the following dynasties:<\/p>\r\n

      \r\n\t
    1. Hoysala<\/li>\r\n\t
    2. Gahadavala<\/li>\r\n\t
    3. Kakatiya<\/li>\r\n\t
    4. Yadava<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

      How many of the above dynasties established their kingdoms in early eighth century AD?<\/p>\r\n

      (a) Only one<\/p>\r\n

      (b) Only two<\/p>\r\n

      (c) Only three<\/p>\r\n

      (d) None<\/p>\r\n

      Correct answer: d<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

      Q2.<\/strong> Who among the following rulers of Vijayanagara Empire constructed a large dam across Tungabhadra River and canalcum- aqueduct several a kilometres long from the river to the capital city<\/a>?<\/p>\r\n

      a) Devaraya I<\/p>\r\n

      (b) Mallikarjuna<\/p>\r\n

      (c) Vira Vijaya<\/p>\r\n

      (d) Virupaksha<\/p>\r\n

      Correct answer: a<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

      Modern History Prelims Questions 2023<\/h3>\r\n

      Q1. <\/strong>Who among the following rulers of medieval Gujarat surrendered Diu to Portuguese<\/a>?<\/p>\r\n

      (a) Ahmad Shah<\/p>\r\n

      (b) Mahmud Begarha<\/p>\r\n

      (c) Bahadur Shah<\/p>\r\n

      (d) Muhammad Shah<\/p>\r\n

      Correct answer: c<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

      Q2. <\/strong>With reference to the Indian History, Alexander Rea, A. H. Longhurst, Robert Sewell, James Burgess and Walter Elliot were associated with<\/a><\/p>\r\n

      (a) archaeological excavations<\/p>\r\n

      (b) establishment of English Press in Colonial India<\/p>\r\n

      (c) establishment of Churches in Princely States<\/p>\r\n

      (d) construction of railways in Colonial India<\/p>\r\n

      Correct answer: a<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

      Q3. <\/strong>By which one of the following Acts was the Governor General of Bengal designated as the Governor General of India<\/a>?<\/p>\r\n

      (a) The Regulating Act<\/p>\r\n

      (b) The Pitt's India Act<\/p>\r\n

      (c) The Charter Act of 1793<\/p>\r\n

      (d) The Charter Act of 1833<\/p>\r\n

      Correct answer: d<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

      Q4.<\/strong> Consider the following statements :<\/p>\r\n