For aspirants preparing for the Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC) Wharf Supervisor (Port) and Male Warder (Jails) exams, referring to previous year question papers is an essential strategy. It helps in understanding the exam pattern, important topics, and level of difficulty. This article provides a detailed description of the Kerala PSC exam conducted on 4th June 2016 under Paper Code: 76/2016.

Exam Overview

• Post: Wharf Supervisor (Port) / Male Warder (Jails)
• Department: Port / Jails Department
• Recruiting Organization: Kerala Public Service Commission (Kerala PSC)
• Paper Code: 76/2016
• Date of Examination: 4th June 2016
• Year: 2016

Exam Pattern & Structure

The Kerala PSC Wharf Supervisor (Port) and Male Warder (Jails) exams follow an objective multiple-choice question (MCQ) format, covering subjects related to port operations, jail administration, security, and general knowledge. The key topics in the question paper include:

1. Port Operations & Wharf Supervision (For Wharf Supervisor Post)

• Basics of Port Operations and Management
• Responsibilities of a Wharf Supervisor
• Cargo Handling, Loading, and Unloading Procedures
• Safety Measures and Security at Ports
• Marine Transport and Logistics
• International Shipping and Trade Regulations
• Coastal and Inland Waterways Management
• Environmental and Pollution Control in Ports

2. Prison Administration & Security (For Male Warder Post)

• Jail Manual and Rules
• Duties and Responsibilities of a Male Warder
• Security Measures in Prisons
• Prisoner Rights and Legal Provisions
• Rehabilitation and Reformation of Prisoners
• Emergency Handling and Crisis Management in Jails
• Prison Discipline and Conduct

3. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• History of India and Kerala
• Indian Constitution & Governance
• Geography – India, Kerala & World
• Indian Economy and Important Sectors
• Science & Technology Developments
• Environmental Issues and Climate Change
• Important Government Schemes and Policies
• Current Affairs – National & International

4. Numerical & Mental Ability

• Basic Arithmetic (Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division)
• Percentage and Profit & Loss
• Time, Speed & Distance
• Ratio & Proportion
• Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability
• Coding-Decoding
• Series Completion
• Blood Relations

5. General English & Regional Language (Malayalam/Tamil/Kannada)

• Grammar (Parts of Speech, Articles, Prepositions, Sentence Correction)
• Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, One-word Substitutes)
• Sentence Formation and Correction
• Comprehension Passages
• Idioms & Phrases
• Translation-based Questions

6. General Science & Environmental Studies

• Physics, Chemistry, and Biology Basics
• Human Anatomy and Physiology
• Diseases and Hygiene
• First Aid and Emergency Handling
• Conservation of Natural Resources
• Environmental Protection Laws and Policies