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Soil

Indian Physical Geography · Geography

Total Questions

20

across all exams

Most Asked Exam

UPSC CDSE

8 questions

Peak Year

2021

highest frequency

Latest Year

2025

most recent data

Year-wise Question Frequency

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Most asked exam

UPSC CDSE

8 of 20 questions

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Active years

2011–2025

13+ years of questions

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UPSC CSE

Last asked: 2021

4

questions

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UPSC CAPF

Last asked: 2024

4

questions

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UPSC CDSE

Last asked: 2025

8

questions

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UPSC NDA

Last asked: 2024

4

questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many times has Soil been asked in UPSC?
Soil has been asked 20 times across UPSC exams — 4 in CSE, 4 in CAPF, 8 in CDSE, and 4 in NDA.
Which UPSC exam asks the most questions on Soil?
UPSC UPSC CDSE asks the most questions on Soil with 8 questions in total. It peaked in 2021.
Is Soil important for UPSC CSE Prelims 2025?
Yes. Soil has appeared 4 times in UPSC CSE Prelims, making it a high-priority rising topic. The current trend is rising.
When was Soil last asked in UPSC?
Soil was last asked in 2025 across UPSC exams.
What is the trend for Soil in UPSC exams?
The question frequency for Soil shows a rising trend. It peaked in 2021 and has been consistently tested across 13+ years of UPSC exams.
How should I prepare Soil for UPSC?
Focus on previous year questions from UPSC CDSE, which tests Soil the most. Analyse all 20 PYQs available on the Marks UPSC app to understand recurring patterns and question types.
Is Soil asked in NDA exam?
Yes, Soil has been asked 4 times in NDA exams, making it a relevant topic for NDA aspirants as well.

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