Exam Details

• Post Name: Driver Cum Vehicle Cleaner Grade III
• Department: TRACO Cable Company Limited
• Paper Code: 163/2015
• Date of Examination: 4th September 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: Objective-type multiple-choice questions (OMR-based)

Question Paper Structure

The Kerala PSC 163/2015 question paper was designed to assess the candidate’s driving skills, vehicle maintenance knowledge, general awareness, and mental ability. The key sections included:

1. Motor Vehicle Mechanism & Maintenance

• Basic functions of a vehicle engine
• Types of engines (petrol & diesel)
• Gear system & transmission
• Brake system & its maintenance
• Lubrication system & cooling system
• Battery maintenance & electrical components of a vehicle
• Tire pressure & wheel alignment
• Preventive maintenance & troubleshooting of common vehicle issues

2. Traffic Rules & Road Safety

• Kerala Motor Vehicle Act & Road Transport Regulations
• Road signs and signals
• Speed limits, parking rules, and overtaking regulations
• Defensive driving techniques
• Traffic accident management & first aid
• Driving ethics and responsibilities

3. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Important events in India and Kerala
• Indian Constitution & Political System
• Geography of Kerala & India
• Government Schemes & Policies related to the transport sector
• Environmental policies & pollution control regulations

4. Basic Science

• Principles of physics related to driving (motion, friction, force)
• Basics of chemistry (fuel types, combustion process, pollution)
• Human physiology (fatigue management, alcohol effects on driving)
• Environmental awareness & emission control

5. Simple Arithmetic & Mental Ability

• Number systems & simplifications
• Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Speed & Distance
• Logical reasoning & analytical ability
• Coding-Decoding & Series completion

6. General English & Language Proficiency

• Basic Grammar (Tenses, Prepositions, Articles)
• Sentence Completion & Correction
• Synonyms & Antonyms
• Comprehension & Vocabulary

7. Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada Language (Regional Language Skills)

• Common grammar rules
• Sentence formation
• Basic language proficiency for official communication

Marking Scheme

• Total Marks: 100
• Number of Questions: 100 (Objective Type)
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Negative Marking: Yes (0.33 marks deducted for each wrong answer)

Significance of This Paper

The 163/2015 Driver Cum Vehicle Cleaner exam paper is an essential resource for candidates preparing for Kerala PSC driving-related positions. Reviewing this paper helps aspirants:

• Understand the exam pattern and difficulty level
• Identify important topics related to vehicle maintenance and driving rules
• Improve time management and problem-solving skills
• Familiarize with road safety, traffic regulations, and mechanical knowledge

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