The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the Higher Secondary Assistant (HSA) examination to select qualified candidates for the post of Higher Secondary Assistant in Government Schools. The HSA Mathematics exam for Kannada Medium candidates, under Paper Code 129/2016, was held on 7th October 2016. This exam tests the candidate's proficiency in various mathematical concepts, focusing on students who are fluent in the Kannada language.

Exam Overview

• Paper Code: 129/2016
• Subject: Mathematics
• Medium: Kannada
• Date of Test: 07th October 2016
• Category: HSA (Higher Secondary Assistant)
• Year: 2016

The paper is designed to evaluate the candidate's understanding of mathematical principles, problem-solving abilities, and practical application of concepts. It includes a variety of question types to test the candidate's knowledge at the higher secondary level.

Topics Covered

The HSA Mathematics Kannada Medium paper generally includes topics from the higher secondary syllabus, which may cover:

1. Algebra

• Polynomials and their properties
• Quadratic equations and solutions
• Arithmetic and Geometric progressions
• Logarithms and Exponentials
• Systems of linear equations

1. Calculus

• Limits and continuity
• Differentiation and its applications (tangent, normal, maxima, minima)
• Integration and its applications (area under curves)

1. Coordinate Geometry

• Straight lines and circles
• Parabola, ellipse, and hyperbola
• Conic sections and their properties
• Locus and equations

1. Trigonometry

• Trigonometric functions and identities
• Inverse trigonometric functions
• Heights and distances (applications)

1. Statistics and Probability

• Measures of central tendency (mean, median, mode)
• Probability theory and distributions
• Correlation and regression analysis

1. Miscellaneous

• Number theory
• Mathematical reasoning
• Sets, relations, and functions

Exam Pattern

• Total Marks: 100
• Duration: 2 hours
• Type of Questions:
• Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Short Answer Questions
• Long Answer Questions

The exam is designed to assess the candidate’s grasp of theoretical and practical aspects of mathematics. The questions range from basic concepts to higher-order applications.

How to Download the PDF of the Question Paper

For candidates looking to practice with past exam papers or those preparing for future exams, the PDF of the HSA Mathematics Kannada Medium Paper Code 129/2016 (7th October 2016) is available for download.

Click below to download the PDF version of the exam paper:

Download HSA Mathematics Kannada Medium Paper 129/2016 (7th October 2016) PDF