Second Paper Syllabus Kharidar
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First Paper of Kharidar 2081 Overview:
Section (A) - General Knowledge
1. Solar System and Geography:
General information about the solar system and Earth.
World geography, including continents, oceans, poles, latitude, longitude, time, distances, mountains, earthquakes, volcanoes, rivers, glaciers, lakes, and climate.
Geography of Nepal, including its location, relief features, and natural resources like water resources, animals, plants, soils, minerals, and mountains.
2. History:
World history topics like the Industrial Revolution, French Revolution, American War of Independence, Russian Revolution (October Revolution), World Wars, and the Indian movement for independence.
History of Nepal, covering periods such as the Kiranti Period, Lichhavi Period, and Malla Period. This also includes modern history, especially Nepal's unification and key political events.
3. Social and Economic Aspects of Nepal:
Social aspects: Traditions, norms, values, religions, ethnicities, languages, cultures, arts, literature, music, and cultural heritages.
Economic indicators: Economic growth, GDP, per capita income, remittance, foreign investments, foreign cooperation.
Economic status: Agriculture, industry, trade, tourism, transportation, communication, and development planning of Nepal.
Polity and Governance of Nepal: Constitution, federal system, political system.
4. Science, Technology, Public Health, and Environment:
Recent scientific activities, major inventions, and their impact on human life.
General health-related information including food and nutrition.
Environmental issues like ecology, biodiversity, sustainable development, climate change, pollution, population, urbanization, and migration.
5. International Relations and Current Affairs:
International affairs and institutions such as the UNO, SAARC, ASEAN, and the EU.
Current affairs of national and international importance, as well as notable personalities and thinkers.
Section (B) - Basic Office Skills Test (BOST)
This section covers essential office skills and tests the candidate’s ability to perform clerical tasks accurately.
1. Verification Test:
Identifying errors or checking similarities or differences in data, numbers, or verbal information.
2. Completion:
Completing series, patterns, or matrices logically. This could include verbal, numerical, or pictorial details.
3. Classification:
Classifying or differentiating items logically based on given instructions, whether verbal, numerical, or pictorial.
4. Analogy:
Identifying logical relationships between sets of data or items, whether verbal, numerical, or pictorial.
5. Filing Aptitude Test:
Solving verbal and numerical filing tasks. This could involve organizing items alphabetically, numerically, or chronologically.
6. Following Instructions:
Solving problems based on exact written instructions. This tests a candidate’s ability to follow detailed guidance.
7. Numerical Reasoning:
Basic arithmetic operations and related problem-solving tasks.
8. Coding & Matching:
Matching or coding verbal or numerical information in a logical sequence.
9. Analytical Reasoning:
Analyzing and solving problems based on verbal, numerical, or pictorial data.
10. Direction and Distance Sense Test:
Finding the direction and distance in given scenarios.
Basic Office Skills Test (BOST) Objective:
The primary goal of the Basic Office Skills Test (BOST) is to assess a candidate’s ability to perform clerical tasks quickly and accurately. This includes reading speed, checking the accuracy of information, following instructions, and making decisions based on the given data. The questions are designed to assess logical thinking rather than rote memorization.
Computer Skill Test (10 Marks)
1. Windows Basic:
Introduction to the Graphical User Interface (GUI) of Windows.
Understanding how to start and shut down Windows.
Basic Windows elements like the desktop, taskbar, My Computer, and Recycle Bin.
Concept of files and folders and how to search for them.
2. MS Word (Word Processing):
Creating and saving documents: Basic actions like creating, saving, and opening Word documents.
Text formatting: Formatting options like font, size, color, bold, italic, underline, and paragraph formatting (alignment, indentation, spacing).
Inserting page numbers, headers, and footers.
Page settings: Adjusting margins, page size, orientation, and printing documents.
Practical Examination Scheme
This section evaluates candidates’ practical computer skills.
Computer Skill Test Practical Examination Scheme:
Devanagari Typing: Speed and accuracy in typing in Nepali.
English Typing: Speed and accuracy in typing in English.
Windows Basics and MS Word: Tasks such as creating and formatting documents, adjusting page margins, and inserting headers/footers.
Sample Questions for Typing and Word Processing:
Devanagari Typing Test:
Typing a given passage with accurate spelling and formatting.
English Typing Test:
Typing a given passage in English with accurate spelling and formatting.
Windows Basics and MS Word Tasks:
Opening a document, saving it under a different name.
Setting line spacing to 1.5, inserting a header with the candidate’s name on the left and roll number on the right.
Adjusting page margins and inserting a page number.
Description
Kharidar Paper II Syllabus Overview:
Office Management Section (A): 40 Marks
Office Management
In this section, we will learn about the concept of an office, its purpose, structure, and functions. An office is a place where administrative work is done, and it is structured to perform various tasks efficiently.
Office: An office serves as a place where work related to management and administration takes place. It is essential for the smooth functioning of any organization, and it is organized to handle tasks efficiently. The office’s purpose is to manage resources, deal with information, and ensure effective communication within the organization.
Office Resources: These are the necessary materials and assets required for the functioning of an office. Resources include human resources (staff), physical materials (furniture, stationery), and equipment (computers, printers) that help in the daily operations.
Office Procedures: These are the various steps followed to ensure that the office runs smoothly:
Correspondence: This involves handling official communication such as letters and emails, ensuring proper responses, and maintaining records of communication.
Registration and Dispatch: This process involves registering documents and sending them to the correct recipients, ensuring that every document is tracked and delivered properly.
Information/Notice: It includes handling circulars, notices, and official orders that need to be shared with relevant people in the organization.
Record Management: This is an essential part of office work, involving the organization and storage of important documents:
Record: Every office maintains records for various purposes, such as legal or operational reference.
Record Management Procedures: These are the practices followed to ensure that records are managed efficiently, making it easier to retrieve them when needed.
Filing: This is the process of storing documents in an organized system, ensuring that they are easy to find.
Indexing: Creating an index for documents helps in finding specific information quickly, improving efficiency.
Minuting: This is the process of taking notes or recording the important points discussed during meetings. The minutes help in documenting decisions and actions to be taken.
Section (B): 30 Marks
Civic Conscience and Character Development
This section focuses on understanding the role of a citizen in society, civic rights, and duties, as well as developing personal character for public and social engagement.
Nepal's Civic Conscience:
Political Awareness and Work: This refers to understanding the political processes, such as how the government works, the rights and duties of citizens, and the role of politics in everyday life.
State Governance and Policies: The governance system of Nepal involves political leaders and government policies that affect the functioning of the country. Understanding how these policies impact citizens is essential for every citizen.
Citizenship and National Duties:
Public Rights and Responsibilities: Citizens have certain rights, like the right to vote, free speech, and protection under the law. Along with these rights, they also have responsibilities such as following laws, paying taxes, and contributing to the welfare of society.
Social Awareness and National Responsibility: As citizens, it is important to be aware of social issues, such as poverty, education, and health, and take actions to address these problems in the community
Public Service Engagement: Engaging in public service work, such as volunteering or working for the government, is crucial for the development of the country and society. Every citizen should contribute to improving the well-being of their community.
Section (C): 30 Marks
Basic Mathematics
This section covers the fundamentals of mathematics, focusing on essential operations and concepts used in everyday life and work.
Basic Mathematical Operations: These are the core operations in mathematics, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. The unitary method is also used to solve problems involving ratios and proportions.
Fractions, Decimals, Percentages & Ratios: This part teaches how to work with fractions, convert them to decimals, calculate percentages, and understand ratios, which are crucial for comparing quantities.
Profit, Loss & Discount: These concepts are used in financial transactions. Profit is the money gained after selling goods, loss is the money lost, and discount refers to the reduction in price offered on products.
Tax, Commission & Depreciation: This topic explains how taxes are calculated on income or sales, how commissions are earned on sales or deals, and how depreciation refers to the decrease in the value of assets over time.
Simple Interest & Compound Interest: Interest is the cost of borrowing money or the reward for saving it. Simple interest is calculated on the principal amount, while compound interest is calculated on the initial amount as well as the accumulated interest.
Average: This is the sum of a set of values divided by the number of values. It is commonly used to determine the mean or central tendency of a group of numbers.
Household/Home Arithmetic: This section deals with simple arithmetic problems encountered in everyday life, such as calculating electricity bills, water bills, and telephone bills, as well as converting currencies.
Mensuration: This involves the measurement of physical quantities such as length, breadth, perimeter, area, and volume. These concepts are used in measuring spaces, shapes, and objects for both personal and professional use.