UPSC Manipuri Literature Optional Syllabus 2025 delves into the rich cultural heritage and literary traditions of Manipur, offering candidates a unique opportunity to explore the linguistic nuances and diverse literary landscape of the region. Manipuri literature syllabus comprises two papers, which carries a total of 250 marks in each. Thus it is 500 marks. With Manipuri being one of the official languages of India, included in the eighth schedule of the Constitution, opting for Manipuri Literature as an optional subject for the UPSC Civil Services Mains Examination can be a rewarding choice. In this article, we provide a comprehensive guide to navigating the UPSC Manipuri Literature syllabus for Paper I and Paper II, along with preparation strategies, previous year's question papers, exam patterns, and recommended books.
Overview of UPSC Manipuri Optional Syllabus |
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Mains Papers |
Subject |
Marks |
Paper VI |
Manipuri Literature Optional Paper 1 |
250 |
Paper VII |
Manipuri Literature Optional Paper 2 |
250 |
TOTAL |
500 |
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Time Duration |
3 hours |
Manipuri Optional Syllabus for UPSC Paper 1 |
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Section |
Topics of Manipuri UPSC Syllabus |
Section-A |
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Language |
General characteristics of Manipuri Language and history of its development; importance and status among the Tibeto-Burman Languages of North-East India; recent development in the study of Manipuri Language; evolution and study of old Manipuri script. |
Significant features of Manipuri Language |
Phonology: Phoneme-vowels, consonants juncture, tone, consonant cluster and its occurrence, syllable-its structure, pattern and types. |
Morphology: Word-class, root and its types; affix and its types; grammatical categories-gender, number, person, case, tense and aspects, process of compounding (samas and sandhi). |
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Syntax: Word order; types of sentences, phrases and clause structures. |
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Section-B |
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Literary History of Manipuri |
Early period (up to 17th Century)–Social and cultural background; Themes, diction and style of the works. |
Medieval period (18th and 19th Century)-Social, religious and political background; Themes, diction and style of the works. |
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Modern period-Growth of major literary forms; change of Themes, diction and style. |
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Manipuri Folk Literature |
Legend, Folktale, Folksong, Ballad, Proverb and Riddle. |
Aspects of Manipuri Culture |
Pre-Hindu Manipuri Faith; Advent of Hinduism and the process of syncretism; |
Performing arts-Lai Haraoba, Maha Ras; |
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Indigenous games-Sagol Kangjei, Khong Kangjei, Kang. |
Manipuri Optional Syllabus for UPSC Paper 2 |
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Section |
Topics of Manipuri UPSC Syllabus |
Section-A |
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Old Manipuri Literature |
O. Bhogeswar Singh (Ed.): Numit Kappa |
M. Gourachandra Singh (Ed.): Thawanthaba Hiran |
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N. Khelchandra Singh (Ed.): Naothingkhong Phambal Kaba |
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M. Chandra Singh (Ed.): Panthoibi Khongul |
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Medieval Manipuri Literature |
M. Chandra Singh (Ed.): Samsok Ngamba |
R.K. Snahal Singh (Ed.): Ramayana Adi Kanda |
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N. Khelchandra Singh (Ed.): Dhananjoy Laibu Ningba |
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O. Bhogeswar Singh (Ed.): Chandrakirti Jila Changba |
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Section-B - Modern Manipuri Literature |
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Poetry |
Kh. Chaoba Singh: Pi Thadoi, Lamgi Chekla Amada, Loktak |
Dr. L. Kamal Singh: Nirjanata, Nirab Rajani |
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A. Minaketan Singh: Kamal Da, Nonggumlalk Khoda |
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L. Samarendra Singh: Ingagi Nong, Mamang Leikai Thambal Satle |
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E. Nilakanta Singh: Manipur, Lamangnaba |
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Shri Biren: Tangkhul Hui |
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Th. Ibopishak: Anouba Thunglaba Jiba |
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Dr. L. Kamal Singh: Biswa Prem |
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Shri Biren: Chaphadraba Laigi Yen |
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Th. Ibopishak: Norok Patal Prithivi |
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Epic |
A. Dorendrajit Singh: Kansa Bodha |
H. Anganghal Singh: Khamba-Thoibi Sheireng (San-Senba, Lei Langba, Shamu Khonggi Bichar) |
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Drama |
S. Lalit Singh: Areppa Marup |
G.C. Tongbra: Matric Pass |
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A. Samarendra: Judge Saheb ki Imung |
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Novel |
Dr. L. Kamal Singh: Madhabi |
H. Anganghal Singh: Jahera H. |
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Guno Singh: Laman |
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Pacha Meetei: Imphal Amasung, Magi Ishing, Nungsitki Phibam |
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Short Story |
Kanchi Warimacha (Pub) Manipur University 1997 (Ed.) |
R.K. Shitaljit Singh: Kamala Kamala |
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M.K. Binodini: Eigi Thahoudraba Heitup Lalu |
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Kh. Prakash: Wanom Shareng |
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Parishadki Khangatlaba Warimacha (Pub) Manipuri Sahitya Parishad 1994 (Ed.) |
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S. Nilbir Shastri: Loukhatpa |
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R.K. Elangba: Karinunggi |
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Anouba Manipuri Warimacha (Pub) The Cultural Forum Manipur 1992 (Ed.) |
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N. Kunjamohon Singh: Ijat Tanba |
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E. Dinamani: Nongthak Khongnang |
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Prose |
Warenggi Saklon [Due Part] (Pub) The Cultural Forum Manipur 1992 (Ed.) |
Kh. Chaoba Singh: Khamba-Thoibigi Wari Amasung Mahakavya |
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Kanchi Wareng (Pub) Manipur University, 1998 (Ed.) |
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B. Manisana Shastri: Phajaba |
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Ch. Manihar Singh: Lai-Haraoba |
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Apunba Wareng (Pub) Manipur University, 1986 (Ed.) |
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Ch. Pishak Singh: Samaj Amasung Sanskriti |
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M.K. Binodini: Thoibidu Warouhouida |
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Eric Newton: Kalagi Mahousa (translated by I.R. Babu) |
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Manipuri Wareng (Pub) The Cultural Forum Manipur 1999 (Ed.) |
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S. Krishnamohan Singh: Lan |
Particular | Details |
Mains Paper | Paper VI and Paper VII |
Subjects | Manipuri Optional Paper-I and Paper-II |
Total Marks | 500 (250 Each) |
Time allowed | 3 Hours for each paper |
Sections | Section A and Section B |
Questions | total 8 questions with subparts |
Compulsory Question | Question Nos. 1 and 5 |
Marks Distribution | 10, 15, and 20 marker questions |
The UPSC Manipuri Literature syllabus for the IAS Mains Exam encompasses a wide array of topics, covering both classical and contemporary works of Manipuri literature. Divided into two papers - Paper I and Paper II each carrying 250 marks, the syllabus aims to assess candidates' understanding of Manipuri literary history, cultural context, and critical analysis of prescribed texts. Below is the detailed syllabus for Paper I and Paper II. Candidate can download the UPSC Maipuri Syllabus from direct link provided below.
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