Exam Details

• Post Name: High School Assistant (HSA) – Hindi
• Category: NCA – Direct Recruitment
• Department: Education
• Paper Code: 139/2015
• Date of Examination: 24th July 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: OMR-based Objective Type

Question Paper Structure & Syllabus

The Kerala PSC HSA Hindi exam evaluates candidates based on Hindi language proficiency, teaching methodology, general knowledge, and educational psychology. Below is a section-wise breakdown of the exam pattern:

1. Hindi Language & Literature

• History & Evolution of Hindi Language
• Hindi Grammar (Sandhi, Samas, Vachan, Ling, Kaal, Karak, Alankar, etc.)
• Important Hindi Writers & Their Works
• Poetry & Prose Analysis
• Translation & Sentence Formation
• Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitution
• Idioms & Phrases in Hindi

2. Teaching Methodology & Pedagogy

• Principles & Methods of Teaching Hindi
• Lesson Planning & Classroom Management
• Language Learning Techniques & Evaluation Methods
• Use of Technology in Language Teaching
• Educational Psychology – Learning Theories & Child Development
• Assessment & Evaluation in Language Teaching

3. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Kerala Renaissance & Social Reformers
• Indian Constitution & Political System
• Geography of India & Kerala
• Economy & Development Programs
• Science & Technology Developments
• Important Government Schemes
• Awards, Sports, and National/International Events

4. Educational Psychology

• Cognitive, Affective & Psychomotor Domains of Learning
• Theories of Learning – Piaget, Vygotsky, Skinner, Bruner
• Motivation & Personality Development
• Special Education & Inclusive Teaching Methods
• Classroom Management & Student Behavior Analysis

5. Teaching Aptitude & General Science

• Fundamental Principles of Teaching
• Role of a Teacher in Society
• Science & Technology in Education
• Environmental Studies & Sustainable Development

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)

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