Exam Details

• Post Name: High School Teacher (HST) – Malayalam
• Department: Education
• Paper Code: 138/2015
• Date of Examination: 23rd July 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: OMR-based Objective Type

Question Paper Structure & Syllabus

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

1. Malayalam Language & Literature

• History & Evolution of Malayalam Language
• Malayalam Grammar (Sandhi, Samas, Vibhakthi, Kaalam, Alankaram, etc.)
• Famous Malayalam Writers & Their Works
• Poetry & Prose Analysis
• Translation & Sentence Formation
• Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitution
• Idioms & Phrases in Malayalam

2. Teaching Methodology & Pedagogy

• Principles & Methods of Teaching Malayalam
• 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)

Importance of This Previous Paper

This Kerala PSC HST Malayalam previous question paper is essential for understanding the exam pattern, syllabus coverage, and difficulty level. Aspirants can use this paper to:

• Strengthen Malayalam language proficiency & grammar
• Improve teaching methodology & educational psychology knowledge
• Enhance general knowledge & current affairs
• Familiarize with pedagogical approaches & classroom management techniques

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