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  • The first and Main Source of the TNPSC Group 1 Mains Exam is Tamil Nadu State Government TN School Text Books
  • i.e, Samacheer Kalvi School Books
  • When you read TN Textbook, first give importance from the Standard of Class 6th to Class 10th. After completed tntextbook up to Class 10th means, you shall study the class 11th and class 12th standards.
  • Cover all the subjects up to the 10th standard. such as Social Science, Science, Mathematics and finally either English or Tamil, as your selected optional subject.
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TNPSC Group 1 Mains Exam Subject-Wise Syllabus & Important Book List 2022

PAPER – I

Tamil Language Compulsory & Eligibility

PAPER – II

UNIT- I : Modern history of India and Indian culture
UNIT- II : Social issues in India and Tamil Nadu
UNIT- III : General Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC Standard)

PAPER – III

UNIT- I : Indian Polity and emerging political trends across the world affecting India
UNIT- II : Role and impact of Science and Technology in the development of India
UNIT- III : Tamil Society ‐ Its Culture and Heritage

PAPER – IV

UNIT- I : Geography of India with special reference to Tamil Nadu
UNIT- II : Environment, Bio Diversity and Disaster Management
UNIT- III : Indian Economy – Current economic trends and impact of global economy on India

Topics TN School Books PDF Links
Advent of European invasion 8th Std Term 1 – Advent of the Europeans

 

11th Std – The Coming of the Europeans

Expansion and consolidation of British rule 8th Std Term 1 – From Trade to Territory
Early uprising against British rule 8th Std Term 1 – People’s Revolt

 

11th Std – Early Resistance to British Rule ( Already Covered in Topic of UNIT IV )

1857 Revolt Update Soon…
Indian National Congress

 

Growth of militant movements

Different modes of agitations

Emergence of national leaders – ( Gandhi, Nehru, Tagore, Netaji, Moulana Abul kalam Azad, Ambedkar and Patel )

National renaissance

8th Std Term 1 – Advent of the Europeans ( Already Covered in Topic of UNIT IV )

 

8th Std Term 1 – From Trade to Territory ( Already Covered in Topic of UNIT IV )

8th Std Term 1 – Rural Life and Society ( Already Covered in Topic of UNIT IV )

8th Std Term 1 – People’s Revolt ( Already Covered in Topic of Early uprising against British rule )

11th Std – The Coming of the Europeans ( Already Covered in Topic of UNIT IV )

11th Std – Effects of British Rule ( Already Covered in Topic of UNIT IV )

12 Std – Rise of Nationalism in India

12 Std – Rise of Extremism and Swadeshi Movement

12 Std – Impact of World War I on Indian Freedom Movement ( Already Covered in Topic of World war & final phase struggle )

12 Std – Advent of Gandhi and Mass Mobilisation

12 Std – Period of Radicalism in Anti-imperialist Struggles

12 Std – Religion in Nationalist Politics

12 Std – Last Phase of Indian National Movement

Era of different Acts & Pacts Update Soon…
World war & final phase struggle 12 Std – Impact of World War I on Indian Freedom Movement
Communalism led to partition Update Soon…
Effect of British rule on socio‐ economic factors 8th Std Term 1 – Rural Life and Society

 

11th Std – Effects of British Rule

Social reforms and religious movements 10th Std – Socio-Religious Reform Movements in the 19th Century
India since independence 8th Std Term 2 – Educational Development in India

 

8th Std Term 2 – Development of Industries in India

12 Std – Reconstruction of Post-colonial India

12 Std – Envisioning A New Socio-Economic Order

12th Std – Challenges of Nation Building

Characteristics of Indian culture 9th Std Term 1 – Intellectual Awakening and Socio-Political Changes

 

10th Std – Socio-Religious Reform Movements in the 19th Century ( Already Covered in Social reforms and religious movements )

11th Std – Rise of Territorial Kingdoms and New Religious Sects ( Already Covered in Vedic & Aryan )

11th Std – Cultural Syncretism: Bhakti Movement in India

11th Std – Towards Modernity

Unity in diversity –race, colour, language, custom 6th Std Term 1 – Understanding Diversity
India‐as secular state 8th Std Term 2 – Understanding Secularism
Organizations for fine arts, dance, drama, music  Update Soon…
Role of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle ‐ Bharathiar, VOC, Subramania Siva, Rajaji, Periyar and others 8th Std Term 1 – Rural Life and Society ( Already Covered in Above Topic )

 

8th Std Term 1 – People’s Revolt ( Already Covered in Above Topic )

12 Std – Rise of Extremism and Swadeshi Movement ( Already Covered in Above Topic )

11th Std – Political Developments in Tamil Nadu ( Already Covered in Unit IV )

11th Std – Tamil Nadu Political Thoughts ( Already Covered in Unit IV )

Political parties and Welfare schemes 7th Std Term 1 – Political Parties ( Already Covered in Unit II )

 

9th Std Term 1 – Election, Political Parties and Pressure Groups ( Already Covered in Unit II )

11th Std – Public Opinion and Party System         ( Already Covered in Unit II )

11th Std – Election and Representation ( Already Covered in Unit II )

Latest diary of events – National and International  Follow our Website Regularly
National symbols 6th Std Term 2 – National Symbols
Eminent personalities & places in news

 

Sports & games

Books & authors

Awards & honours

Follow our Website Regularly

Cultural panorama Follow our Website Regularly
Latest historical events Follow our Website Regularly
Latest terminology Follow our Website Regularly
Appointments‐who is who? Follow our Website Regularly
Others

 

 

7th Std Term 1 – Sources of Medieval India

 

7th Std Term 1 – Emergence of New Kingdoms in North India

9th Std Term 2 – The Classical World

9th Std Term 2 – The Middle Ages

9th Std Term 2 – State and Society in Medieval India

9th Std Term 2 – The Beginning of the Modern Age

9th Std Term 3 – The Age of Revolutions

9th Std Term 3 – Industrial Revolution

9th Std Term 3 – Colonialism in Asia and Africa

10th Std – Outbreak of World War I and its Aftermath

10th Std – The World between two World Wars

10th Std – World War II

10th Std – The World after World War II

11th Std – Harsha and Rise of Regional Kingdoms

12 Std – Modern World: The Age of Reason

12 Std – The Age of Revolutions

12 Std – Europe in Turmoil

12 Std – Imperialism and its Onslaught

12 Std – Outbreak of World War II and its Impact in Colonies

12 Std – The World after World War II

 

Social Issues in India and Tamil Nadu
Topics TN School Books PDF Links
Population Explosion Update Soon…
Unemployment issues in India & Tamil Nadu Update Soon…
Child Abuse & Child Labour Update Soon…
Poverty Update Soon…
Rural and Urban Sanitation Update Soon…
Illiteracy Update Soon…
Women Empowerment

 

Role of the Government in Women  Empowerment 

Update Soon…
Social injustice to Women

 

Domestic violence, Dowry menace, Sexual assault

Update Soon…
Role of women and women’s organisations Update Soon…
Social changes in India

 

Urbanization and its impact on the society – Problems and remedies

Update Soon…
Impact of violence on Society Update Soon…
Religious violence, Terrorism and Communal violence Update Soon…
Regional Disparities Update Soon…
Problems of Minorities Update Soon…
Human Rights issues Update Soon…
Education – Linkage between Education and Social Development Update Soon…
Community Development Programmes Update Soon…
Employment Guarantee Schemes Update Soon…
Self Employment and Entrepreneurship Development Update Soon…
Role of N.G.Os in Social Welfare Update Soon…
Government Policy on Health Update Soon…
Welfare Schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Central and State governments and their performance Update Soon…
Current Affairs 

 

General Aptitude & Mental Ability
Topics TN School Books PDF Links
Conversion of information to data Update Soon…
Collection, compilation and presentation of data Update Soon…
Tables, graphs, diagrams Update Soon…
Parametric representation of data Update Soon…
Analytical interpretation of data Update Soon…
Percentage Update Soon…
Highest Common Factor (HCF) Update Soon…
Lowest Common Multiple (LCM) Update Soon…
Ratio and Proportion Update Soon…
Simple interest Update Soon…
Compound interest Update Soon…
Area Update Soon…
Volume Update Soon…
Time and Work Update Soon…
Probability Update Soon…
Information technology ‐ Basic terms, Communications Update Soon…
Application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Update Soon…
Decision making and problem solving Update Soon…
Basics in Computers / Computer terminology Update Soon…

 

Indian Polity and Emerging Political Trends across the World affecting India
Topics TN School Books PDF Links
Constitution of India

 

Historical background

Making of the Indian Constitution

Preamble

Salient features of the Indian Constitution

Fundamental rights

Fundamental duties

6th Std Term 2 – The Constitution of India

 

6th Std Term 3 – Democracy

9th Std Term 1 – Forms of Government and Democracy

9th Std Term 3 – Forms of Government

10th Std – Indian Constitution

12th Std – Constitution of India

Directive Principles of State Policy Update Soon…
Schedules to the Indian Constitution Update Soon…
Union Executive

 

President

Vice – President

Prime Minister and Council of Ministers

Attorney General of India

Update Soon…
Union Legislature

 

Parliament – Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha

Composition, Powers, Functions and Legislative procedures

10th Std – Central Government

 

12th Std – Legislature

12th Std – Executive

Union Judiciary

 

Structure, Powers and Functions of the Supreme Court

Judicial Review 

Latest Verdicts

12th Std – Indian Judiciary
State Executive

 

Governor

Chief Minister

Speaker

Council of Ministers

Advocate General of the State

8th Std Term 1 – How the State Government Works

 

10th Std – State Government

12th Std – Legislature  ( Already Covered in Above Topic of Union Legislature )

12th Std – Executive  ( Already Covered in Above Topic of Union Legislature )

State Legislature

 

State Legislative Assembly

Organization, Powers and Functions

Update Soon…
State Judiciary

 

Organisation, Powers and Functions of High Court

District Courts and Subordinate Courts

Update Soon…
Local Government

 

Historical Development

Features and working of 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992

6th Std Term 3 – Local Body

 

9th Std Term 3 – Local Self Government

11th Std – Local Governments

Union Territories

 

Evolution of States and Union Territories 

Administration of Union Territories

Update Soon…
Federalism in India

 

Centre – State Relations

Centre – State Administrative Relations

Centre – State Legislative Relations

Centre – State Financial Relations.

12th Std – Federalism in India
Civil Services in India

 

Historical background

Classification of Civil Services

Recruitment & Training of Civil Servant

Update Soon…
State Services

 

Classification of State Services and Recruitment 

Update Soon…
Official Language

 

Constitutional provision

Official Language Act

VIII Schedule to the Constitution

Update Soon…
Amendments

 

Major Amendments to the Indian Constitution

Update Soon…
Special Status to Jammu & Kashmir

 

Art 370

Update Soon…
Political Parties

 

National & Regional parties

Pressure Groups

Interest Groups

Public Opinion

Mass Media

Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and their role

Update Soon…
Issue Areas in Indian Administration

 

Corruption in India

Anti – Corruption Measures

Update Soon…
CVC

 

Lok Adalats

Ombudsman

Update Soon…
RTI Act Update Soon…
Minister – Secretary Relationship Update Soon…
Generalist Vs. Specialist controversy Update Soon…
Constitutional Bodies – Composition, Powers and Functions 7th Std Term 1 – Political Parties ( Already Covered in Unit II )

 

9th Std Term 1 – Election, Political Parties and Pressure Groups ( Already Covered in Unit II )

11th Std – Public Opinion and Party System         ( Already Covered in Unit II )

11th Std – Election and Representation ( Already Covered in Unit II )

12th Std – Administrative Machinery in India

Non-Constitutional Bodies – Composition, Powers and Functions Update Soon…
Profile of States Update Soon…
Defence, National Security and Terrorism Update Soon…
World Organisations – Pacts and Summits Update Soon…
India’s Foreign Policy

 

Foreign Affairs with Special emphasis on India’s relations with neighbouring countries and in the region

Update Soon…
Security and defence related issues Update Soon…
Nuclear Policy – Issues and conflicts Update Soon…
The Indian Diaspora and its contribution to India and to the World Update Soon…
Current Affairs
Others

 

 

6th Std Term 3 – Road Safety

 

8th Std Term 2 – Road Safety Rules and Regulations

9th Std Term 3 – Road Safety

11th Std – Introduction to Political Science

11th Std – State

11th Std – Basic Concepts of Political Science – Part I

11th Std – Basic Concepts of Political Science – Part II

11th Std – Democracy

11th Std – Forms of Government

11th Std – Political Thought

11th Std – Political Ideologies – Part I

11th Std – Political Ideologies – Part II

11th Std – Social Justice

 

Role and Impact of Science and Technology in the Development of India
Topics TN School Books PDF Links
Science and Technology

 

Role, Achievements and Developments

Their applications and effects in everyday life

Update Soon…
Energy Update Soon…
Conventional and Non-conventional Update Soon…
Self sufficiency Update Soon…
Oil exploration Update Soon…
Defence Research Organizations and other science and technology institutions Update Soon…
Ocean Research and Development – Role and Functions Update Soon…
Advancements in the fields of I.T., Space, Computers, Robotics, Nano-Technology Update Soon…
Mobile Communication Update Soon…
Remote sensing and its benefits Update Soon…
health and hygiene 6th Std Term 1 – Health and Hygiene

 

7th Std Term 1 – Health and Hygiene

9th Std Term 1 – Health and Hygiene – Food for living ( Already covered in Topic of Nutrition and dietetics )

10th Std – Health and Diseases

Human diseases, prevention and remedies – Communicable diseases and non-communicable diseases 8th Std Term 1 – Micro-Organisms

 

9th Std Term 3 – World of Microbes

10th Std – Health and Diseases ( Already covered in Topic of Health and Hygiene )

Genetic Engineering Update Soon…
Organ transplantation Update Soon…
Stem cell Technology Update Soon…
Medical Tourism Update Soon…
Advancements in Horticulture & Agriculture Update Soon…
Achievements of Indians in the fields of Science and Technology Update Soon…
Latest inventions in science & technology Update Soon…

 

Tamil Society – Its Culture and Heritage
Topics TN School Books PDF Links
Tamil Society : Origin and expansion.  Update Soon…
Art and Culture : Literature, Music, Film, Drama, Architecture, Sculpture, Paintings and Folk Arts. Update Soon…
Socio – economic history of Tamil Nadu from Sangam age to till date.  Update Soon…
Growth of Rationalist, Dravidian movements in Tamil Nadu – Their role in the socio – economic development of Tamil Nadu. Update Soon…
Social and cultural life of contemporary Tamils: Caste, Religion, Women, Politics, Education, Economy, Trade and relationship with other countries. Update Soon…
Tamil and other Disciplines: Mass Media, Computer etc. Update Soon…

 

Geography of India with Special Reference to TamilNadu
Topics TN School Books PDF Links
Location Update Soon…
Physical features Update Soon…
Major Rivers Update Soon…
weather and climate

 

Monsoon, rainfall,

8th Std Term 1 – Weather and Climate

 

9th Std Term 1 – Atmosphere

11th Std – Atmosphere

Natural resources:- Soil, Water, Forest, Minerals and Wild life 8th Std Term 1 – Hydrologic Cycle

 

9th Std Term 2 – Hydrosphere

10th Std – India – Location, Relief and Drainage

11th Std – Hydrosphere

6th Std Term 2 – Resources

7th Std Term 2 – Resources

8th Std Term 1 – Rock and Soil

10th Std – Resources and Industries

12th Std – Resources

7th Std Term 2 – Tourism

9th Std Term 2 – Biosphere

9th Std Term 3 – Man and Environment

10th Std – Climate and Natural Vegetation of India

11th Std – Biosphere

12th Std – Sustainable Development

Agricultural pattern

 

Livestock & fisheries

10th Std – Components of Agriculture
Industries

 

Major industries – Growth and Development

Update Soon…
Social- Cultural geography

 

Population : Growth, Density and Distribution

Racial, linguistic and major tribes.

7th Std Term 1 – Population and Settlement

 

8th Std Term 2 – Migration and Urbanisation

12th Std – Human Settlements

12th Std – Population Geography

12th Std – Cultural and Political Geography

Oceanography

 

Bottom relief features of Indian Ocean, Arabian sea and Bay of Bengal

Update Soon…
Basics of Geospatial Technology

 

Geographical Information System (GIS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)

Update Soon…
Map: Geographical landmarks – India and its neighbours Update Soon…
Current Affairs

 

Environment, Bio-DIversity and Disaster Management
Topics TN School Books PDF Links
Ecology

 

Structure and function of Ecosystem

Ecological succession

Update Soon…
Biodiversity

 

Conservation

Types

Biodiversity Hot Spots in India

Update Soon…
Biodiversity

 

Significance and Threats

In situ and Ex situ conservation measures

Update Soon…
Roles of Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES)

 

International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)

Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)

Update Soon…
Environmental Pollution and Management

 

Air, Water, Soil, Thermal and Noise pollution and control strategies

Update Soon…
Solid and Hazardous waste management Update Soon…
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

 

Steps in EIA process

Environmental Clearance

Environmental Auditing

Update Soon…
Climate Change

 

Global Environmental Issues and Management

Update Soon…
Changes in monsoon pattern in Tamil Nadu and India Update Soon…
Environmental consequences of climate change and mitigation measures Update Soon…
Clean and Green Energy Update Soon…
Environmental Sustainability Update Soon…
Environmental Laws, Policies & Treaties in India and Global scenario Update Soon…
Natural calamities and Disaster Management Update Soon…
Environmental Health and Sanitation Update Soon…
Current Affairs

 

Indian Economy – Current Economic Trends and Impact of Global Economy on India
Topics TN School Books PDF Links
Features of Indian Economy

 

Demographical profile of India

Update Soon…
National Income Update Soon…
Capital formation Update Soon…
NEP (New Economic Policy) Update Soon…
NITI AYOG Update Soon…
National Development Council Update Soon…
Agriculture

 

Role of Agriculture

Land reforms

New Agricultural Strategy

Green Revolution

Price Policy, Public Distribution System (PDS), Subsidy, Food Security

Agricultural Marketing, Crop Insurance 

Labour

Rural credit & indebtness

WTO & Agriculture

Update Soon…
Industry

 

Growth

Policy

Role of public sector and disinvestment 

Privatization and Liberalization

Public-Private Partnership (PPP) 

SEZs

MSMEs

Make in India

Update Soon…
Infrastructure in India

 

Transport System

Energy

Power

Communication

Social Infrastructure

Science & Technology

R&D

Update Soon…
Banking & Finance

 

Banking, Money & Finance

Central Bank

Commercial Bank

NBFIs

Stock Market

Financial Reforms

Financial Stability

Monetary Policy

RBI & Autonomy

Update Soon…
Public Finance

 

Sources of Revenue

Tax & Non-Tax Revenue

Canons of taxation

GST

Public expenditure

Public debt

Finance Commission

Fiscal Policy

Update Soon…
Issues in Indian Economy

 

Poverty & inequality

Poverty alleviation programmes

Update Soon…
MGNREGA Update Soon…
New Welfare programmes for rural poverty Update Soon…
Unemployment Update Soon…
Inflation

 

Inflation targeting

Update Soon…
Sustainable economic growth Update Soon…
Gender issues Update Soon…
India’s Foreign Trade

 

BOP, EX-IM Policy, FOREX Market, FDI

Update Soon…
Globalization & its impact

 

Global economic crisis & impact on Indian economy

Update Soon…
International Agencies

 

IMF (International Monetary Fund)

Update Soon…
World Bank Update Soon…
BRICS Update Soon…
SAARC Update Soon…
ASEAN Update Soon…
Tamil Nadu Economy & Issues

 

Gross State Domestic Product

Trends in State’s economic growth

Demographic profile of Tamil Nadu

Update Soon…
Agriculture Update Soon…
Industry & entrepreneurship development in Tamil Nadu Update Soon…
Infrastructure

 

Power, Transportation systems

Update Soon…
Social Infrastructure 

 

SHGs. & Rural Women empowerment

Update Soon…
Rural poverty & unemployment Update Soon…
Environmental issues Update Soon…
Regional economic disparities Update Soon…
Local Government Update Soon…
Recent government welfare programmes Update Soon…
Current Affairs

 

TNPSC Group 1 Mains Syllabus & Book List Paper I

For all the posts whose exams are conducted by TNPSC, a basic understanding of Tamil and English language is required. The Mains paper is completely set on the understanding, formation, and usage of languages. In the main paper, one has to attempt questions based on comprehension, writing skills, the grammar of either Tamil or English. Here are the books that will prepare you for the language part of the paper and are considered to the best TNPSC Group 1 books 2022.

Name of the Book, Author & Publications Download
TamilNadu State Board Books (10th Std Level) – TamilNadu State Government Download

TNPSC Group 1 Mains Syllabus & Book List Paper II

Modern history of India and Indian culture

Advent of European invasion ‐ Expansion and consolidation of British rule – Early uprising against British rule ‐ 1857 Revolt – Indian National Congress ‐ Growth of militant movements ‐ Different modes of agitations – Emergence of national leaders ‐ Gandhi, Nehru, Tagore, Netaji, Moulana Abulkalam Azad, Ambedkar and Patel ‐ Era of different Acts & Pacts ‐ Second World War & final phase struggle ‐ Communalism led to partition. 

Effect of British rule on socio‐economic factors ‐ National renaissance – Socio religious reform movements. 

India since independence ‐ Characteristics of Indian culture ‐ Unity in diversity ‐ Race, Language, Religion Custom ‐ India: a secular state ‐ Organizations for fine arts, dance, drama and music. 

Role of Tamil Nadu in freedom struggle ‐ Bharathiar, VOC, Subramania Siva, Rajaji, Periyar and others – Political parties and Welfare schemes. 

Latest diary of events: National and International ‐ National symbols- Eminent personalities & places in news ‐ Sports & Games ‐ Books & Authors ‐ Awards & Honours ‐ Cultural panorama ‐ Latest historical events – Latest terminology ‐ Appointments ‐ who is who?

Name of the Book, Author & PublicationsLanguage
Bipan Chandra’s India’s Struggle for IndependenceEnglish Medium
Bipan Chandra’s India since IndependenceEnglish Medium
Spectrum’s A Brief History of Modern India – Rajiv AhirEnglish Medium
K. Venkadesan’s India Freedom StruggleEnglish Medium
Prof. J. Dharmarajan’s Tamilnadu HistoryEnglish Medium
Prof. G.Venkatesan’s தற்கால தமிழ்நாட்டு வரலாறுTamil Medium
Prof. G.Venkatesan’s முற்கால தமிழ்நாட்டு வரலாறுTamil Medium

Social issues in India and Tamil Nadu

Population Explosion ‐ Unemployment issues in India & Tamil Nadu ‐ Child Abuse & Child Labour – Poverty – Rural and Urban Sanitation – Illiteracy. 

Women Empowerment ‐ Role of the Government in Women Empowerment – Social injustice to Women ‐ Domestic violence, Dowry menace, Sexual assault – Role of women and women’s organisations 

Social changes in India – Urbanization and its impact on the society – Problems and remedies ‐ Impact of violence on Society – Religious violence, Terrorism and Communal violence ‐ Regional Disparities ‐ Problems of Minorities ‐ Human Rights issues. 

Education – Linkage between Education and Social Development ‐ Community Development Programmes ‐ Employment Guarantee Schemes ‐ Self Employment and Entrepreneurship Development ‐ Role of N.G.Os in Social Welfare – Government Policy on Health. 

Welfare Schemes for vulnerable sections of the population by the Central and State governments and their performance.

Name of the Book, Author & PublicationsLanguage
Manorama YearbookEnglish Medium
Manorama YearbookTamil Medium
Ram Ahuja’s Social Problems in IndiaEnglish Medium
Social Issues in India and Tamil Nadu – Navaneethan SEnglish Medium

General Aptitude & Mental Ability (SSLC Standard)

Conversion of information to data ‐ Collection, compilation and presentation of data ‐ Tables, Graphs, Diagrams ‐ Parametric representation of data ‐ Analytical interpretation of data ‐ Percentage ‐ Highest Common Factor (HCF) ‐ Lowest Common Multiple (LCM) ‐ Ratio and Proportion ‐ Simple interest ‐ Compound interest ‐ Area ‐ Volume‐ Time and Work – Probability. 

Information technology ‐ Basic terms, Communications ‐ Application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) ‐ Decision making and problem solving ‐ Basics in Computers / Computer terminology.

Name of the Book, Author & PublicationsLanguage
SURA’S TNPSC Mathematics For GROUP II, IIA, IV AND VAO and all other Exams Book – V.V.K SUBBURAJEnglish Medium
A New Approach To ReasoningB.S. Sijwali and S. Sijwali & Arihant PublicationsEnglish Medium
R.S. Agarwal’s Quantitative AptitudeEnglish Medium
R.S. Agarwal’s Objective ArithmeticEnglish Medium
Rajesh Verma’s Fast Track Objective ArithmeticEnglish Medium
R.S. Agarwal’s A Modern Approach to Verbal ReasoningEnglish Medium

TNPSC Group 1 Mains Syllabus & Book List Paper III

Indian Polity and emerging political trends across the world affecting India

Constitution of India: Historical background – Making of the Indian Constitution – Preamble – Salient features of the Indian Constitution – Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties – Directive Principles of State Policy – Schedules to the Indian Constitution. 

Union Executive: President, Vice – President, Prime Minister and Council of Ministers, Attorney General of India. 

Union Legislature: Parliament: Lok – Sabha and Rajya – Sabha – Composition, Powers, Functions and Legislative procedures. 

Union Judiciary: Structure, Powers and Functions of the Supreme Court – Judicial Review – Latest Verdicts. 

State Executive: Governor, Chief Minister – Speaker and Council of Ministers , Advocate General of the State. 

State Legislature: State Legislative Assembly – Organization, Powers and Functions. 

State Judiciary: Organisation, Powers and Functions of High Courts, District Courts and Subordinate Courts. 

Local Government: Historical Development – Features and working of 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1992. 

Union Territories: Evolution of States and Union Territories – Administration of Union Territories. 

Federalism in India: Centre – State Relations – Centre – State Administrative Relations – Centre – State Legislative Relations and Centre – State Financial Relations. 

Civil Services in India: Historical background – Classification of Civil Services – Recruitment & Training of Civil Servants. 

State Services: Classification of State Services and Recruitment. 

Official Language: Constitutional provision – Official Language Act, VIII Schedule to the Constitution. 

Amendments: Major Amendments to the Indian Constitution. 

Special Status to Jammu & Kashmir: Art 370. 

Political Parties: National & Regional parties, Pressure Groups, Interest Groups, Public Opinion, Mass Media, Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and their role. 

Issue Areas in Indian Administration: Corruption in India – Anti – Corruption Measures – CVC – Lok Adalats – Ombudsman – RTI Act – Minister – Secretary Relationship – Generalist Vs. Specialist controversy. 

Constitutional and Non-Constitutional Bodies – Composition, Powers and Functions. 

Profile of States – Defence, National Security and Terrorism – World Organisations – Pacts and Summits. 

India’s Foreign Policy: Foreign Affairs with Special emphasis on India’s relations with neighbouring countries and in the region – Security and defence related issues – Nuclear Policy – Issues and conflicts. The Indian Diaspora and its contribution to India and to the World.

Name of the Book, Author & PublicationsLanguage
Lakshmikanth’s Indian PolityEnglish Medium
K.Venkatesan’s Indhiya ArasiyalamaippuTamil Medium
Administration of Union and States with Special Reference to Tamil Nadu –  Sathya Kalaivani Chandru & Mohana Priya SundarEnglish Medium

Role and impact of Science and Technology in the development of India

Science and Technology – Role, Achievements and Developments – Their applications and effects in everyday life ‐ Energy ‐ Conventional and Non-conventional – Self sufficiency ‐ Oil exploration ‐ Defence Research Organizations and other science and technology institutions – Ocean Research and Development – Role and Functions. 

Advancements in the fields of I.T., Space, Computers, Robotics, Nano-Technology ‐ Mobile Communication – Remote sensing and its benefits. 

Health and hygiene ‐ Human diseases – Prevention and remedies ‐ Communicable diseases and non‐communicable diseases – Genetic Engineering – Organ transplantation – Stem cell Technology – Medical Tourism – Advancements in Horticulture & Agriculture. 

Achievements of Indians in the fields of Science and Technology. 

Latest inventions in science & technology.

Name of the Book, Author & PublicationsLanguage
Lucent’s General ScienceEnglish Medium
Spectrum’s Developments in Science and TechnologyEnglish Medium

Tamil Society ‐ Its Culture and Heritage (Candidates may answer the questions in this unit EITHER in Tamil OR in English)

1) Tamil Society: Origin and expansion. 

2) Art and Culture: Literature, Music, Film, Drama, Architecture, Sculpture, Paintings and Folk Arts. 

3) Socio-economic history of Tamil Nadu from Sangam age to till date. 

4) Growth of Rationalist, Dravidian movements in Tamil Nadu – Their role in the socio–economic development of Tamil Nadu. 

5) Social and cultural life of contemporary Tamils: Caste, Religion, Women, Politics, Education, Economy, Trade and relationship with other countries. 

6) Tamil and other Disciplines: Mass Media, Computer etc.

Name of the Book, Author & PublicationsLanguage
SURA`S TNPSC Group II(2) & II(2)A Combined Exam Study Materials – Tamilnadu History, Culture, Heritage and ThirukkuralV.V.K SUBBURAJTamil Medium
(This Book is published for Group 2, but it will also cover to Group 1)

TNPSC Group 1 Mains Syllabus & Book List Paper IV

Geography of India with special reference to Tamil Nadu

Location – Physical features – Major Rivers – Weather & Climate – Monsoon, Rainfall ‐ Natural resources:- Soil, Water, Forest, Minerals and Wild life – Agricultural pattern – Livestock – Fisheries – Industries; Major industries – Growth and Development – Social- Cultural geography – Population : Growth, Density and Distribution – Racial, linguistic and major tribes. 

Oceanography – Bottom relief features of Indian Ocean, Arabian sea and Bay of Bengal. 

Basics of Geospatial Technology: Geographical Information System (GIS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). 

Map: Geographical landmarks – India and its neighbours.

Name of the Book, Author & PublicationsLanguage
Spectrum’s Geography of India – Majid HusainEnglish Medium
Environment – Shankar IAS AcademyEnglish Medium
Oxford School AtlasEnglish Medium

Environment, Bio Diversity and Disaster Management

Ecology: Structure and function of Ecosystem – Ecological succession – Biodiversity conservation: Types – Biodiversity Hot Spots in India – Biodiversity: Significance and Threats – In situ and Ex situ conservation measures – Roles of Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) & Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). 

Environmental Pollution and Management: Air, Water, Soil, Thermal and Noise pollution and control strategies – Solid and Hazardous waste management – Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA): Steps in EIA process – Environmental Clearance – Environmental Auditing. 

Climate Change: Global Environmental Issues and Management – Changes in monsoon pattern in Tamil Nadu and India – Environmental consequences of climate change and mitigation measures – Clean and Green Energy – Environmental Sustainability. 

Environmental Laws, Policies & Treaties in India and Global scenario – Natural calamities and Disaster Management – Environmental Health and Sanitation.

Indian Economy – Current economic trends and impact of global economy on India

Features of Indian Economy – Demographical profile of India – National Income – Capital formation – NEP (New Economic Policy) – NITI AYOG – National Development Council. 

Agriculture – Role of Agriculture – Land reforms – New Agricultural Strategy – Green Revolution – Price Policy, Public Distribution System (PDS), Subsidy, Food Security– Agricultural Marketing, Crop Insurance, Labour – Rural credit & indebtness – WTO & Agriculture. 

Industry – Growth ‐ Policy – Role of public sector and disinvestment – Privatisation and Liberalization – Public Private Partnership (PPP) – SEZs. – MSMEs. – Make in India. 

Infrastructure in India – Transport System – Energy – Power – Communication – Social Infrastructure – Science & Technology – R&D. 

Banking & Finance – Banking, Money & Finance – Central Bank – Commercial Bank – NBFIs. – Stock Market – Financial Reforms – Financial Stability – Monetary Policy – RBI & Autonomy.

Public Finance – Sources of Revenue – Tax & Non-Tax Revenue – Canons of taxation – GST – Public expenditure – Public debt – Finance Commission – Fiscal Policy.

Issues in Indian Economy – Poverty & inequality – Poverty alleviation programmes – MGNREGA – New Welfare programmes for rural poverty – Unemployment – Inflation – Inflation targeting – Sustainable economic growth – Gender issues.

India’s Foreign Trade – BOP, EX-IM Policy, FOREX Market, FDI; Globalization & its impact – Global economic crisis & impact on Indian economy.

International Agencies – IMF (International Monetary Fund) World Bank – BRICS – SAARC – ASEAN.

Tamil Nadu Economy & Issues – Gross State Domestic Product – Trends in State’s economic growth – Demographic profile of Tamil Nadu – Agriculture – Industry & entrepreneurship development in Tamil Nadu – Infrastructure – Power, Transportation systems – Social Infrastructure – SHGs. & Rural Women empowerment – Rural poverty & unemployment – Environmental issues – Regional economic disparities – Local Government – Recent government welfare programmes.

Name of the Book, Author & PublicationsLanguage
Ramesh Singh’s Indian EconomyEnglish Medium
Sankarganesh Karuppiah’s Indian EconomyEnglish Medium
Sankarganesh Karuppiah’s Indian EconomyTamil Medium

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