Syllabus for UPSC DANIPS (Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Police Service)

UPSC DANIPS (Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Police Service) Syllabus

The Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Police Service (DANIPS) is a Group ‘B’ civil service of the Government of India under the Union Ministry of Home Affairs. The selection process for DANIPS is conducted through the Civil Services Examination (CSE) organized by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). The syllabus for the DANIPS exam closely follows the syllabus of the UPSC Civil Services Examination with specific focus areas relevant to policing and law enforcement.

Preliminary Examination (Objective Type)

The Preliminary Examination acts as a screening test, and the marks obtained in this exam do not count toward the final merit list. The exam consists of two papers:

Paper I: General Studies (200 Marks)

• Current Events: Important national and international events.
• History of India and Indian National Movement: Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Indian history.
• Indian and World Geography: Physical, Social, and Economic Geography of India and the World.
• Indian Polity and Governance: Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy, Rights Issues, etc.
• Economic and Social Development: Sustainable Development, Poverty, Inclusion, Demographics, Social Sector initiatives, etc.
• Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, and Climate Change: General issues on Environmental Ecology, Biodiversity, and Climate Change, not requiring subject specialization.
• General Science: Basic understanding of science and technological developments.

Paper II: Civil Services Aptitude Test (CSAT) (200 Marks)

• Comprehension: Interpretation and understanding of given texts.
• Interpersonal Skills: Including communication skills.
• Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability: Problem-solving and reasoning.
• Decision-making and Problem Solving: Scenarios testing decision-making abilities.
• General Mental Ability: Basic numerical and reasoning skills.
• Basic Numeracy: Numbers and their relations, orders of magnitude, etc. (Class X level).
• Data Interpretation: Understanding and interpretation of charts, graphs, tables, etc. (Class X level).
• English Language Comprehension Skills: Basic understanding of English texts (Class X level).

Note:

Paper II is qualifying in nature, and candidates must score at least 33% to pass.

Main Examination (Descriptive Type)

The Main Examination consists of written papers and is followed by a personality test (interview). The marks obtained in the Main Examination determine the final merit list.

Paper I: Essay (250 Marks)

• Candidates must write essays on specific topics, demonstrating their ability to articulate and organize ideas logically and coherently.

Paper II: General Studies I (250 Marks)

• Indian Heritage and Culture: Art forms, literature, architecture, and cultural history.
• History: Modern Indian history, the Indian National Movement, and post-independence consolidation.
• Geography: Physical Geography, geographical phenomena, and global geography.
• Society: Indian society, diversity, social issues, and urbanization.

Paper III: General Studies II (250 Marks)

• Polity and Governance: Indian Constitution, governance structures, public policies, and rights issues.
• International Relations: India’s external relations, bilateral and regional groupings, and global issues.
• Social Justice: Government policies, welfare schemes, and issues in health, education, and poverty.

Paper IV: General Studies III (250 Marks)

• Economic Development: Indian economy, budgeting, resource mobilization, economic growth, and development.
• Technology: Science and technological developments, and their applications in various fields.
• Environment: Conservation, environmental degradation, pollution, and climate change.
• Security: Internal security, cyber security, and disaster management.

Paper V: General Studies IV (250 Marks)

• Ethics, Integrity, and Aptitude: Ethical issues in public administration, governance, and law enforcement.
• Emotional Intelligence: Concepts and applications in public administration.
• Public/Civil Service Values: Ethical concerns, dilemmas in government institutions, and relevant case studies.

Paper VI & VII: Optional Subject (500 Marks)

• Candidates select one optional subject from a list provided by UPSC. Each subject comprises two papers, each worth 250 marks.
• Optional subjects typically include areas from humanities, sciences, engineering, and commerce.

Personality Test (Interview) 

• The personality test assesses the candidate’s mental alertness, critical powers of assimilation, logical exposition, social cohesion, leadership qualities, and overall suitability for a career in policing and law enforcement.

Service-Specific Considerations for DANIPS

While the syllabus for the DANIPS examination follows the general pattern of the UPSC Civil Services Examination, candidates should be aware of the specific roles and responsibilities associated with the police service. Therefore, additional focus should be given to areas such as:

• Criminal Law: Understanding of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), and Evidence Act.
• Constitutional Law: Especially provisions related to law enforcement, rights, and public order.
• Public Administration and Governance: Concepts relevant to policing, public safety, and administration of justice.
• Ethics in Law Enforcement: Ethical dilemmas specific to police work, integrity, and public trust.