– Detailed Syllabus –

The Jharkhand Public Service Commission (JPSC) conducts the recruitment exam for the Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) and Forest Range Officer (FRO). Here’s a detailed overview of the syllabus and the important books you can refer to for the 2024 recruitment exam.

Detailed Syllabus:

Preliminary Exam:

The preliminary exam typically consists of two papers:

1. Paper I: General Studies

• History of India: Indian National Movement, History of Jharkhand.
• Geography: Physical, Social, Economic Geography of India and Jharkhand.
• Indian Polity and Economy: Constitution of India, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues.
• Current Affairs: Events of National and International Importance.
• General Science: Questions on basic science and technology.
• Environment and Ecology: Conservation, environmental pollution, and degradation, biodiversity.
• General Mental Ability: Logical reasoning, analytical ability, and data interpretation.
• General Awareness: Jharkhand culture, customs, literature, and traditions.

1. Paper II: Optional Subject
   Candidates have to choose one optional subject from a list provided by JPSC. The syllabus for these optional subjects will be similar to the graduate-level courses in the respective subjects.

Main Exam:

The Main Exam typically consists of the following papers:

1. General Hindi and English (Qualifying Paper)

• Essay Writing
• Precis Writing
• Grammar

1. General Studies Paper I

• History of India and Jharkhand
• Geography of India and Jharkhand
• Indian Constitution, Polity, Public Administration, and Governance

1. General Studies Paper II

• Indian Economy
• Sustainable Development, Biodiversity, Environment, and Climate Change
• Science and Technology
• Current Events of National and International Importance

1. Optional Paper I & II

• Candidates will have to write two papers on the optional subject chosen by them.

Personality Test/Interview:

This stage tests the candidate’s overall personality, general awareness, and suitability for the position.

Important Books for Preparation:

General Studies:

1. Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth
2. History of Modern India by Bipan Chandra
3. Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh
4. General Science by Lucent
5. Geography of India by Majid Husain
6. Jharkhand General Knowledge by R. Gupta
7. Environment by Shankar IAS

Optional Subjects:

The choice of books depends on the optional subject chosen. Here are some suggestions based on popular optional subjects:

• Forestry: “A Textbook of Forestry” by Dr. S. S. Negi
• Botany: “Botany for Degree Students” by B.P. Pandey
• Geology: “Principles of Engineering Geology” by K.M. Bangar
• Agriculture: “Fundamentals of Agriculture” by Arun Katayan

General Hindi and English:

1. Samanya Hindi by Lucent
2. Objective General English by S.P. Bakshi

Additional Resources:

• Previous Year Question Papers: Analyze previous year’s papers to understand the pattern and types of questions asked.
• JPSC Exam Guides: Books like “JPSC Preliminary and Mains Examination Guide” by various publishers.
• Current Affairs Magazines: Pratiyogita Darpan, Yojana, and online portals like Insights on India.

Preparation Tips:

1. Regular Revision: Make sure to revise the topics regularly.
2. Mock Tests: Attempt regular mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.
3. Stay Updated: Keep an eye on current affairs, especially related to Jharkhand.
4. Time Management: Allocate time wisely for each subject and stick to a preparation schedule.

This comprehensive preparation strategy, along with the right resources, will help you excel in the Jharkhand JPSC ACF & FRO Recruitment 2024 exam.