The Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC) conducts the Higher Secondary Assistant (HSA) examination to recruit qualified candidates for the post of Higher Secondary Assistant in Government Schools. The HSA Natural Science exam for the Tamil Medium candidates, under Paper Code 130/2016, was held on 14th October 2016. This exam assesses the candidate's knowledge of natural sciences, including subjects like Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science, with a focus on students proficient in Tamil.

Exam Overview

• Paper Code: 130/2016
• Subject: Natural Science
• Medium: Tamil
• Date of Test: 14th 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 goal is to evaluate the candidate's understanding of scientific concepts and their ability to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world situations.

Topics Covered

The HSA Natural Science Tamil Medium paper typically includes a variety of topics from the higher secondary science syllabus, which may cover the following areas:

1. Physics

• Mechanics (Newton’s laws, Motion, Work, Energy)
• Heat and Thermodynamics
• Optics and Light
• Electricity and Magnetism
• Modern Physics (Atomic structure, Nuclear physics)

1. Chemistry

• Atomic structure and Chemical bonding
• Organic Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry (Periodic Table, Chemical Reactions)
• Environmental Chemistry and Pollution
• Acids, Bases, and Salts

1. Biology

• Cell Biology (Structure, Functions)
• Genetics and Evolution
• Human Physiology
• Plant Biology
• Ecology and Environmental Science

1. Environmental Science

• Ecosystems and Biodiversity
• Pollution and Environmental Protection
• Renewable and Non-renewable Resources
• Global Environmental Issues (Climate Change, Conservation)

1. Miscellaneous

• Scientific Methods and Inquiry
• Applications of Science in daily life
• Scientific Instruments and their uses

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 assess the candidate’s scientific reasoning, understanding of natural phenomena, and ability to integrate knowledge from different branches of science.

How to Download the PDF of the Question Paper

For candidates who wish to review past exam papers or prepare for future exams, the PDF of the HSA Natural Science Tamil Medium Paper Code 130/2016 (14th October 2016) is available for download.

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

Download HSA Natural Science Tamil Medium Paper 130/2016 (14th October 2016) PDF