MPPSC Mains Paper 3- 2020 Updated Syllabus

THIRD PAPER

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

UNIT-I

• Work, Power and Energy– Gravitational Force, Friction, Atmospheric Pressure and Work.
• Units and Measurement, Example from daily life.
• Speed, Velocity , Acceleration
• Sound:- Definition, Medium of Propagation, Audible and Inaudible sound, Noise and Music.
• Terminology related with Sound:- Amplitude, Wave Length, Frequency of Vibration.
• Electricity:- Different types of Cell, Circuit.
• Magnet:- Properties, preparation and uses of artificial  magnet
• Light:- Reflection, Refraction, Mirrors and Lenses , Image Formation,
• Heat: Measuring Temperature, Thermometers, Transformation of Heat.

UNIT-II

• Element, Compound  and Mixture:- Definition, Chemical Symbols, Properties, Availability on  the Earth,
• Material:- Metals and Non Metals, Periodic Table and Periodicity.
• Atom, Atomic Structure, Valancy, Bonding, Nuclear Fusion and Fission.
• Acids, Bases and Salts. pH Value Indicators.
• Physical and Chemical Changes.
• Chemistry in daily life

UNIT-III

• Micro-organism and Organic Farming.
• Cell –Structure and Function, Classification of Animals and Plants.
• Nutrition in plants, animals and human beings, Balanced Diet, Vitamins, Deficiency Diseases, Hormones,
• Body Organs of Human Beings, Structure and Functioning.(Nervous system, respiratory system, reproductive system, circulatory system, digestive system, Blood,)
• Respiration in Organisms.
• Transportation in Animals and Plants.
• Reproduction in Animals and Plants-( Human, As-sexual, Flowering)
• Health and Hygiene and Diseases.

UNIT-IV

• Types of Computers, Characteristics and Generation.
• Memory, Input and Output Devices, Storage Devices, Software and Hardware, Operating systems, Windows, Uses of Microsoft office.
• Computer Languages, Translators, Compilers, Interpreters and Assemblers.
• Internet, E-mail.
• Social Media.
• E -Governance.
• Different useful Portals, Sites and Web Pages.

UNIT-V

• Numbers and its type, Methods of Unit Measurement, Equations and Factors, Profit and Loss, Percentage, Discount, Simple and Compound Interest.,  Ratio and Proportion
• Statistics:- Probability, Measurement of Central Tendency (Mean, Mode, Median) and Variance, Types of Sampling.

UNIT-VI

• Communicable diseases and their Prevention.
• National Vaccination Programme.
• Primary Knowledge of AYUSH – Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy
• Health Related  Important  Welfare  Schemes  of  Central  and  State Government.
• Major Health Organizations of Central and the State Government.

UNIT-VII

• Effects of Development on Human Life, Limitations of Indigenous Technologies.
• History of Remote Sensing, Remote Sensing in India.
• Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) * Raja Ramanna Center for Atomic Technology (RRCAT) * Satish Dhawan Space Center (SDSC) Shriharikota * Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) * Bhabha Atomic Research Center (BARC), Mumbai * Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai * National Atmospheric Research Laboratory (NARL), Tirupati, Liquid Propulsion System Center (LPSC), Bengluru * Space Application Center (SAC), Ahmedabad * Indian Deep Space  Network (IDSN) ,Bengrulu*  Indian  Space Science  Data Center(ISSDC), Ramanagara * Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC), Thiruananthpuram * Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST), Thiruananthpuram* National Remote Sensing Center (NRSC), Hyderabad * Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), Dehradoon* (General information of above institutions).
• Generations of Geostationary Satellite Launch Vehicles.
• Biotechnology: Definition, uses in Sector of Health and Medicine, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Industry and Environment.
• Clones, Robots and Artificial Intelligence.
• Patents and Rights of Intellectual Property (Trips, Trims)
• Contribution of  Indians  in  the  field  of  Science  and  Technology: Chandrashekhar Venkata Raman, Hargovind Khurana, Jagdish Chandra Basu, Homi Jahangir Bhabha, M. Vishveshraiya, Srinivas Ramanujan, Vikram Sarabhai, A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, Satendra Nath Bose. Raja Ramanna, Prafullchandra Roy.
• National and International Awards in the field of Science.

UNIT-VIII

• Conventional and Non-Conventional  Sources  of  Energy:  Meaning, Definition, Examples and Differences
• Energy Efficiency,  Energy  Management,  Organizational  Integration, Energy  Management in Operational Functions, Energy  Purchase, Production, Production planning and Control, Maintenance.
• Issues and Challenges related with Energy Strategies
• Alternate Sources of Energy: Present scenario and future possibilities. Solar Energy, Wind Energy, Oceanic Energy, Geothermal Energy, Biomass Energy, Biofuel Energy etc.

UNIT-IX

• Definition, Scope  and  Dimensions  of Environment:–  Physical, Economic,  Cultural, Educational, Psychological etc, Concepts  of Environment in Indian context, Concepts of Environment in Modern World.
• Effect of human activities on Environment, Ethics and Values related to Environment; Biodiversity, Environmental Pollution,  Environmental Changes.
• Issues and challenges related with Environment, Causes and effects of Environmental Degradation
• Environmental Education:    Programmes   for   Mass   Awareness, – Environmental Education and its relationship with Health and Safety.
• Eco friendly  Technologies,  Conservation  of  Energy,  Constitutional provisions related to Environment and its Protection. Environmental Protection Policies and Regulatory Framework

UNIT-X

• Definition and importance of Geology, Earth- Crust, Mantle, Core  Lithosphere, Hydrosphere, Origin and Age of Earth, Geological Time Scale, Rock-Definition,  Types  of Rocks-Igneous,  Sedimentary  and Metamorphic Rock. Minerals and Ores, Fossils, Weathering and Erosion, Formation of soil, Groundwater, Natural Coal, Natural Oil and Gas.

Faq’s on MPPSC Mains Paper 3- 2020 Updated Syllabus of Madhya Pradesh

What is the focus of MPPSC Mains Paper 3?

MPPSC Mains Paper 3 focuses on evaluating the candidate’s knowledge and understanding of Science and Technology, Environment, Disaster Management, and National Security issues.

What are the main topics covered in MPPSC Mains Paper 3?

The main topics covered in MPPSC Mains Paper 3 include:

• Science and Technology:
  • Basic principles of science
  • Emerging technologies (Information Technology, biotechnology, nanotechnology, etc.)
  • Space and defense technology
  • Achievements of Indians in science & technology
  • Indigenous technologies and developing new technologies
• Environment and Disaster Management:
  • Environmental ecology, biodiversity, and climate change
  • Natural resources of Madhya Pradesh and India
  • Environmental pollution and degradation
  • National and international environmental policies and agreements
  • Disaster management: types, causes, effects, mitigation, and preparedness
• National Security and Current Events:
  • Threats to internal and external security
  • Challenges to cybersecurity
  • Role of media and social networking sites in internal security challenges
  • Basic knowledge of cybersecurity
  • Money laundering and its prevention
  • Security forces and agencies and their mandate

Are there any significant changes in the updated syllabus compared to the previous one?

The 2023 updated syllabus has incorporated recent developments and trends in science and technology, environment, and national security. There is a greater emphasis on emerging technologies, cybersecurity, and environmental concerns. Additionally, the syllabus now includes a section on money laundering.

How can I prepare for MPPSC Mains Paper 3?

To prepare for MPPSC Mains Paper 3, you can follow these tips:

• Refer to the updated syllabus: Thoroughly understand the syllabus and prioritize topics accordingly.
• Utilize standard books and resources: Refer to NCERT textbooks, standard reference books, and online resources for science and technology, environment, and disaster management.
• Follow current affairs: Stay updated on the latest developments in science, technology, environment, and national security through newspapers, magazines, and online sources.
• Practice answer writing: Regularly practice answer writing to improve your speed, accuracy, and presentation skills.
• Take mock tests: Join a test series or take mock tests to evaluate your preparation level and identify areas for improvement.