The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the Higher Secondary Assistant (HSA) examination for recruiting qualified candidates for the post of Higher Secondary Assistant in Government Schools. The HSA Mathematics exam for the Malayalam Medium candidates, under Paper Code 131/2016, was held on 15th October 2016. This exam tests the candidate's knowledge and understanding of mathematical concepts at the higher secondary level, tailored for Malayalam-speaking students.

Exam Overview

• Paper Code: 131/2016
• Subject: Mathematics
• Medium: Malayalam
• Date of Test: 15th October 2016
• Category: HSA (Higher Secondary Assistant)
• Year: 2016

The exam consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs), short answer questions, and long answer questions. The questions are designed to test the candidate's understanding of various mathematical topics, problem-solving skills, and the ability to apply concepts in real-world situations.

Topics Covered

The HSA Mathematics Malayalam Medium paper generally includes topics from the higher secondary syllabus, which may include the following:

1. Algebra

• Linear equations and inequalities
• Quadratic equations
• Progressions (Arithmetic, Geometric, Harmonic)
• Polynomials and their properties
• Logarithms and Exponentials

1. Calculus

• Limits and Continuity
• Differentiation and its applications
• Integration and its applications

1. Coordinate Geometry

• Straight lines and circles
• Conic sections (Parabola, Ellipse, Hyperbola)
• Locus and equations

1. Trigonometry

• Trigonometric functions and identities
• Inverse trigonometric functions
• Applications of trigonometry

1. Vectors and Matrices

• Vector operations
• Matrix operations and their applications

1. Statistics and Probability

• Mean, median, mode, and standard deviation
• Probability theory and distributions
• Correlation and regression

1. Miscellaneous

• Sets, relations, and functions
• Basic number theory
• Mathematical reasoning

Exam Pattern

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

The exam aims to evaluate both theoretical knowledge and the practical application of mathematical concepts.

How to Download the PDF of the Question Paper

To help candidates prepare for future exams or those who wish to review past papers, we have provided a downloadable link for the HSA Mathematics Malayalam Medium Paper Code 131/2016 (15th October 2016).

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

Download HSA Mathematics Malayalam Medium Paper 131/2016 (15th October 2016) PDF