Download BPSC Mains Anthropology Optional previous year question papers from 68th BPSC to 70th BPSC Mains examination.
The Anthropology optional paper in BPSC Mains is qualifying in nature and is conducted as an objective-type examination.
The BPSC Mains Anthropology Optional question paper consists of 100 objective-type questions, to be solved in 2 hours, carrying a total of 100 marks. Marks obtained in this optional paper are NOT added to the final merit list, but qualifying this paper is mandatory.
Nature of BPSC Mains Anthropology Optional Paper
Paper Name: Optional Subject – Anthropology
Exam Stage: BPSC Mains
Nature: Qualifying only
Question Type: Objective (MCQs)
Total Questions: 100
Total Marks: 100
Time Duration: 2 Hours
Merit List: Marks not counted
Minimum Qualifying Marks (Category-Wise)
Candidates must secure the minimum qualifying marks in the Anthropology optional paper to remain eligible for final selection.
- General Category: 40%
- Backward Class (BC): 36.5%
- Extremely Backward Class (EBC): 34%
- SC / ST / Women / Disabled Candidates: 32%
Failure to qualify in the Anthropology optional paper leads to disqualification, irrespective of performance in GS or Essay papers.
BPSC Mains Anthropology Optional Question Papers – Year Wise PDF
The table below provides year-wise BPSC Mains Anthropology Optional previous year question papers for download.
| Sl. No. | BPSC Mains Exam | Anthropology Optional Question Paper PDF |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70th BPSC Mains | Download |
| 2 | 69th BPSC Mains | Download |
| 3 | 68th BPSC Mains | Download |
Why Solve BPSC Mains Anthropology Optional Previous Year Question Papers
Practising BPSC Mains Anthropology Optional previous year question papers helps candidates:
- Understand the objective paper pattern
- Identify important anthropology concepts and thinkers
- Improve accuracy and concept clarity
- Secure minimum qualifying marks safely
How to Prepare Using Anthropology Optional PYQs
- Revise physical, social, and cultural anthropology basics
- Focus on definitions, theories, and key terms
- Practice concept-based MCQs regularly
- Attempt PYQs within the 2-hour time limit
- Avoid blind guessing to reduce incorrect answers