Paper Code: 46/2015

Date of Examination: 7th March 2015

Post: Lecturer in Kannada

Department: Collegiate Education, Government of Kerala

Category: Kerala PSC Previous Year Question Papers | Lecturer Exams | Kannada Language

Exam Pattern:

• Exam Type: Objective (OMR-based)

• Total Number of Questions: 100

• Maximum Marks: 100

• Time Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes

• Medium of Examination: Kannada and English

 Syllabus and Topics Covered:

The syllabus for the Lecturer in Kannada exam is designed to evaluate comprehensive knowledge of Kannada language, literature, grammar, and linguistic and literary criticism, along with elements of teaching aptitude and general knowledge.

Key Areas Covered:

1. History of Kannada Literature:

• Ancient, Medieval, and Modern periods

• Bhakti Movement and Vachana Literature

• Navodaya and Pragatisheela movements

• Dalit and Bandaya literature

2. Literary Criticism and Theory:

• Western and Indian literary theories

• Major critics and their contributions

• Rasa, Dhvani, Vakrokti theories

• Modern Kannada literary criticism

3. Grammar and Linguistics:

• Kannada grammar – Sandhi, Samasa, Karaka

• Phonology, Morphology, and Syntax

• History and development of Kannada language

• Kannada dialects and language policy

4. Important Authors and Works:

• Kuvempu, Bendre, U. R. Ananthamurthy, K. Shivaram Karanth

• Pampa, Ranna, and Harihara (from Classical Kannada)

• Notable novels, poems, dramas, and essays

5. Teaching and Research Aptitude:

• Pedagogical methods for language and literature

• Assessment and evaluation techniques

• Basics of research methodology and project writing

6. General Knowledge and Current Affairs:

• Indian culture and history

• Renaissance of Kerala

• Constitution, governance, and recent developments (up to 2015)

7. Mental Ability and Reasoning:

• Logical sequences, arithmetic operations

• Number series, analogies, classification problems

Benefits of Referring to Kerala PSC Lecturer in Kannada (Paper Code 46/2015):

• Understand Question Style: Familiarizes candidates with the actual exam pattern and standard of questions asked in KPSC Lecturer exams.

• Subject Focus: Highlights the core areas within Kannada literature and language that are frequently tested.

• Effective for Practice: Can be used for self-evaluation and mock test sessions.

• Boosts Confidence: Helps reduce exam fear and improves time management during actual exams.

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