{"id":250813,"date":"2026-09-02T12:14:21","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T06:44:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=250813"},"modified":"2026-09-02T12:14:24","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T06:44:24","slug":"upsc-epfo-indian-culture-heritage-freedom-movement-syllabus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-indian-culture-heritage-freedom-movement-syllabus\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC EPFO Indian Culture, Heritage &amp; Freedom Movements Syllabus 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-indian-culture-heritage-freedom-movement-syllabus\/#What_are_the_important_topics_in_Indian_paintings\" >What are the important topics in Indian paintings?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-indian-culture-heritage-freedom-movement-syllabus\/#What_should_you_study_about_Indian_languages_and_literature\" >What should you study about Indian languages and literature?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-indian-culture-heritage-freedom-movement-syllabus\/#Why_are_important_fairs_and_festivals_included_in_the_syllabus\" >Why are important fairs and festivals included in the syllabus?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-indian-culture-heritage-freedom-movement-syllabus\/#Why_should_APFC_aspirants_study_UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites\" >Why should APFC aspirants study UNESCO World Heritage Sites?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-indian-culture-heritage-freedom-movement-syllabus\/#How_should_you_prepare_the_Indian_Culture_Heritage_and_Freedom_Movements_section\" >How should you prepare the Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements section?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-indian-culture-heritage-freedom-movement-syllabus\/#When_will_the_EPFO_APFC_Recruitment_Test_2026_be_conducted\" >When will the EPFO APFC Recruitment Test 2026 be conducted?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-indian-culture-heritage-freedom-movement-syllabus\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The <strong>UPSC EPFO APFC Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements syllabus 2026<\/strong> is an important part of the General Awareness section of the Recruitment Test. It covers India&#8217;s historical development, freedom struggle, cultural heritage, architecture, literature, music, dance, paintings, fairs, festivals and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For aspirants preparing for the <strong>Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC)<\/strong> exam, understanding these topics is important because questions can come from both factual and conceptual areas. A focused study plan covering ancient, medieval and modern India can help candidates build strong command over this section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-does-the-indian-culture-heritage-and-freedom-movements-syllabus-cover\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_the_Indian_Culture_Heritage_and_Freedom_Movements_syllabus_cover\"><\/span>What does the Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements syllabus cover?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/indian-art-and-culture-notes\/?ref=contac-upsc-epfo-syll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements<\/a> section has a broad syllabus. It starts with the decline of the Mughal Empire and the rise of regional powers and then moves to the arrival of European trading companies and the establishment of British rule.  For APFC aspirants, the section also includes important aspects of Indian culture such as religion and philosophy, architecture, music, dance, paintings, languages, literature, fairs, festivals and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Syllabus Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Important Points to Study<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Decline of Mughal Empire and Rise of Regional Powers<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Disintegration of Mughal Empire<br>\u2022 Later Mughals<br>\u2022 Regional powers<\/td><td>\u2022 Causes of Mughal decline<br>\u2022 Later Mughal rulers<br>\u2022 Rise of regional powers<br>\u2022 Weaknesses of regional powers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Advent of Europeans<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Portuguese<br>\u2022 Dutch<br>\u2022 English<br>\u2022 Danes<br>\u2022 French<\/td><td>\u2022 Arrival of European powers<br>\u2022 Trading companies<br>\u2022 Important settlements<br>\u2022 Trade and commercial interests<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rise of British in India<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Anglo-French struggle<br>\u2022 British conquests<br>\u2022 British annexations<\/td><td>\u2022 Carnatic Wars<br>\u2022 Major battles and treaties<br>\u2022 British territorial expansion<br>\u2022 Annexation policies<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Early Reforms During British Rule<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Civil services<br>\u2022 Police<br>\u2022 Judiciary<br>\u2022 Press<br>\u2022 Communication<br>\u2022 Education<br>\u2022 Railways<\/td><td>\u2022 Administrative reforms<br>\u2022 Development of institutions<br>\u2022 Growth of education<br>\u2022 Development of transport and communication<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Revolt of 1857<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Causes<br>\u2022 Spread<br>\u2022 Suppression<br>\u2022 Failure<br>\u2022 Consequences<\/td><td>\u2022 Political causes<br>\u2022 Economic causes<br>\u2022 Social and religious causes<br>\u2022 Military causes<br>\u2022 Major centres and leaders<br>\u2022 Reasons for failure<br>\u2022 Consequences<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Rise of Nationalism and Formation of INC<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Pre-Congress political work<br>\u2022 Foundation of INC<br>\u2022 Moderate leaders<br>\u2022 Indian Council Act of 1892<\/td><td>\u2022 Early political associations<br>\u2022 Formation of INC<br>\u2022 Moderate phase<br>\u2022 Major leaders and their contributions<br>\u2022 Constitutional reforms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Swadeshi Movement and Rise of Extremism<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Extremist ideology<br>\u2022 Swadeshi Movement<br>\u2022 Morley-Minto Reforms<\/td><td>\u2022 Causes of Swadeshi Movement<br>\u2022 Boycott and Swadeshi<br>\u2022 Extremist leaders<br>\u2022 Nationalist ideas<br>\u2022 Morley-Minto Reforms<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Events from 1908\u20131918<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Revolutionary activities<br>\u2022 First World War<br>\u2022 Gandhi&#8217;s entry<\/td><td>\u2022 Revolutionary organisations<br>\u2022 Major revolutionary activities<br>\u2022 Impact of World War I<br>\u2022 Gandhi&#8217;s early political activities<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Events from 1919\u20131929<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Rowlatt Act<br>\u2022 Non-Cooperation Movement<br>\u2022 Khilafat Movement<br>\u2022 Simon Commission<br>\u2022 Nehru Report<\/td><td>\u2022 Rowlatt Act and its impact<br>\u2022 Causes and features of Non-Cooperation Movement<br>\u2022 Khilafat Movement<br>\u2022 Simon Commission and opposition<br>\u2022 Key recommendations of Nehru Report<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Events from 1929\u20131939<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Civil Disobedience Movement<br>\u2022 Karachi Session<br>\u2022 Round Table Conferences<br>\u2022 Government of India Act 1935<br>\u2022 Provincial Elections 1937<\/td><td>\u2022 Dandi March<br>\u2022 Civil Disobedience Movement<br>\u2022 Karachi Resolution<br>\u2022 Round Table Conferences<br>\u2022 Key provisions of Government of India Act 1935<br>\u2022 Congress ministries<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Events from 1940\u20131947<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Quit India Movement<br>\u2022 INA<br>\u2022 RIN Mutiny<br>\u2022 Run-up to independence<\/td><td>\u2022 Quit India Movement<br>\u2022 Role of Mahatma Gandhi<br>\u2022 Indian National Army<br>\u2022 Subhas Chandra Bose<br>\u2022 Royal Indian Navy Mutiny<br>\u2022 Major events leading to independence<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Socio-Religious Reform Movements<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Eastern movements<br>\u2022 Western movements<br>\u2022 Northern movements<br>\u2022 Reform movements in other religions<\/td><td>\u2022 Major reform organisations<br>\u2022 Important reformers<br>\u2022 Objectives of movements<br>\u2022 Social and religious reforms<br>\u2022 Contribution to Indian society<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Miscellaneous Modern History<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Anti-colonial rebellions<br>\u2022 Tribal uprisings<br>\u2022 Peasant movements<\/td><td>\u2022 Causes of rebellions<br>\u2022 Major tribal movements<br>\u2022 Important peasant movements<br>\u2022 Leaders and regions<br>\u2022 British response and impact<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Religion and Philosophy in India<\/strong> <em>(APFC)<\/em><\/td><td>\u2022 Indian philosophy<br>\u2022 Buddhism<br>\u2022 Jainism<br>\u2022 Bhakti Movement<br>\u2022 Sufi Movement<br>\u2022 Important saints<\/td><td>\u2022 Major philosophical ideas<br>\u2022 Teachings of Buddhism and Jainism<br>\u2022 Bhakti traditions<br>\u2022 Sufi traditions<br>\u2022 Important saints and their contributions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sculptures and Architecture in India<\/strong> <em>(APFC)<\/em><\/td><td>\u2022 Indus Valley art<br>\u2022 Mauryan art<br>\u2022 Gupta art<br>\u2022 Sultanate sculptures<br>\u2022 Mughal sculptures<br>\u2022 Rock-cut architecture<br>\u2022 Cave architecture<\/td><td>\u2022 Major art forms<br>\u2022 Features of different periods<br>\u2022 Important monuments<br>\u2022 Sculptural traditions<br>\u2022 Rock-cut and cave sites<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Temple Architecture in India<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Temple architecture<br>\u2022 Indo-Islamic architecture<\/td><td>\u2022 Major temple styles<br>\u2022 Regional features<br>\u2022 Important temples<br>\u2022 Architectural elements<br>\u2022 Indo-Islamic monuments<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Indian Music<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 History of Indian music<br>\u2022 Musical instruments<br>\u2022 Schools<br>\u2022 Folk music<br>\u2022 Theatre<\/td><td>\u2022 Hindustani music<br>\u2022 Carnatic music<br>\u2022 Major instruments<br>\u2022 Important schools and gharanas<br>\u2022 Folk music traditions<br>\u2022 Traditional theatre<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Indian Dance Forms<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Classical dance forms<br>\u2022 Folk dance forms<\/td><td>\u2022 Major classical dances<br>\u2022 Important folk dances<br>\u2022 States associated with dance forms<br>\u2022 Key features and traditions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Indian Paintings<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Prehistoric paintings<br>\u2022 Mural paintings<br>\u2022 Miniature paintings<br>\u2022 Folk paintings<br>\u2022 Modern paintings<\/td><td>\u2022 Major painting styles<br>\u2022 Regional traditions<br>\u2022 Important artists<br>\u2022 Key characteristics<br>\u2022 Historical development<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Indian Languages and Literature<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Language families<br>\u2022 Scripts<br>\u2022 Literature<\/td><td>\u2022 Major language families<br>\u2022 Important Indian scripts<br>\u2022 Classical languages<br>\u2022 Regional literature<br>\u2022 Important writers and works<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Important Fairs and Festivals<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Indian fairs<br>\u2022 National festivals<br>\u2022 Regional festivals<br>\u2022 Religious festivals<\/td><td>\u2022 Important fairs and festivals<br>\u2022 States and regions<br>\u2022 Cultural significance<br>\u2022 Traditional celebrations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>UNESCO World Heritage Sites<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2022 Cultural heritage sites<br>\u2022 Natural heritage sites<br>\u2022 Mixed heritage sites<\/td><td>\u2022 Important Indian UNESCO sites<br>\u2022 States and locations<br>\u2022 Historical significance<br>\u2022 Cultural importance<br>\u2022 Architectural features<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-apfc-mock-test\/?ref=contac-upsc-epfo-syll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt A Free UPSC EPFO APFC Mock Test Today!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-upsc-epfo-apfc-syllabus-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_syllabus_2026\"><\/span>What is the UPSC EPFO APFC syllabus 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-apfc-syllabus\/?ref=contac-upsc-epfo-syll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPSC EPFO APFC syllabus 2026<\/a> covers a wide range of subjects, including General English, Indian Culture and Freedom Movements, the Indian Economy, Governance and Constitution, General Science and Computer Applications, Mathematics and Mental Ability, Labour Laws and Social Security, Accountancy, Insurance and Current Affairs. The major subjects included in the UPSC EPFO APFC syllabus are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><strong>Subject<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Major Areas Covered<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td>General English<\/td><td>English language and comprehension<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements<\/td><td>Indian history, freedom struggle, culture, heritage and architecture<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Indian Economy<\/td><td>Developmental issues and present trends<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Governance and Constitution<\/td><td>Indian Constitution and governance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Science &amp; Computer<\/td><td>Basic science and computer applications<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mathematics &amp; Mental Ability<\/td><td>Elementary mathematics, statistics and reasoning<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Labour &amp; Social Security<\/td><td>Industrial relations, labour codes and social security<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Accountancy &amp; Insurance<\/td><td>Principles of accountancy, auditing and insurance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Current Affairs<\/td><td>National and international events<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-upsc-epfo-apfc-exam-pattern-2026\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_UPSC_EPFO_APFC_exam_pattern_2026\"><\/span>What is the UPSC EPFO APFC exam pattern 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-apfc-exam-pattern\/?ref=contac-upsc-epfo-syll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test 2026<\/a> is a two-hour objective-type examination conducted in pen-and-paper mode. The Recruitment Test carries 300 marks and is conducted in English and Hindi, except for the English Language section. Candidates have to mark their answers on an OMR sheet using a black ball pen. There is negative marking of one-third of the marks assigned to a question for every incorrect answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><strong>Particulars<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Details<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Selection Stages<\/td><td>Recruitment Test + Interview<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mode of Recruitment Test<\/td><td>Offline\/Pen and Paper<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Question Type<\/td><td>Objective-Type MCQs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Duration<\/td><td>2 Hours<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Maximum Marks<\/td><td>300<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Language<\/td><td>English and Hindi, except English Language section<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Negative Marking<\/td><td>1\/3rd of the marks assigned to the question<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interview Marks<\/td><td>100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RT Weightage<\/td><td>75%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interview Weightage<\/td><td>25%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-study-under-the-decline-of-the-mughal-empire-and-rise-of-regional-powers\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_study_under_the_decline_of_the_Mughal_Empire_and_rise_of_regional_powers\"><\/span>What should you study under the decline of the Mughal Empire and rise of regional powers?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The decline of the Mughal Empire marks an important transition in Indian history. Candidates should understand the reasons behind the weakening of Mughal authority, the role of the Later Mughals and the emergence of regional powers. The topic also helps explain the political situation that existed in India before the expansion of European and British power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disintegration of the Mughal Empire<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Later Mughal rulers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Causes of Mughal decline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rise of regional kingdoms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regional powers and their weaknesses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changing political structure of 18th-century India<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-study-about-the-advent-of-europeans-in-india\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_study_about_the_advent_of_Europeans_in_India\"><\/span>What should you study about the advent of Europeans in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The arrival of European trading companies changed India&#8217;s political and economic landscape. Candidates should study the major European powers that established trading settlements in India and understand their commercial interests and competition. The <strong>Portuguese, Dutch, English, Danes and French<\/strong> are specifically mentioned in the syllabus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><strong>European Power<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Important Area to Study<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Portuguese<\/td><td>Arrival, settlements and trading activities<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dutch<\/td><td>East India Company and settlements<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>English<\/td><td>English East India Company and expansion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Danes<\/td><td>Danish settlements and trade<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>French<\/td><td>French settlements and political ambitions<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-study-under-the-rise-of-british-power-in-india\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_study_under_the_rise_of_British_power_in_India\"><\/span>What should you study under the rise of British power in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The rise of British power is one of the most important areas of the modern history syllabus. Candidates should understand how the British East India Company gradually moved from trade to political control. The Anglo-French struggle, British conquests and annexations, and changes in administration are important areas for preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anglo-French struggle<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carnatic Wars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>British conquests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major battles and treaties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>British annexation policies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expansion of British territories<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reorganization of British administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Police administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revenue administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>British policies in India<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-important-topics-under-early-reforms-during-british-rule\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_important_topics_under_early_reforms_during_British_rule\"><\/span>What are the important topics under early reforms during British rule?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The British introduced several administrative and institutional changes during their rule. These developments influenced India&#8217;s civil administration, judicial system, education, communication and transport. Candidates should focus on why these reforms were introduced and how they affected Indian society and administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Development of civil services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Police administration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Judiciary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Development of education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Growth of the press<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Introduction and expansion of railways<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Administrative changes under British rule<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/upsc-epfo-previous-year-question-papers\/?ref=contac-upsc-epfo-syll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download Free UPSC EPFO Previous Year Papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-study-about-the-revolt-of-1857\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_study_about_the_Revolt_of_1857\"><\/span>What should you study about the Revolt of 1857?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Revolt of 1857<\/strong> is a major topic in the UPSC EPFO APFC syllabus. Candidates should not study it only as an isolated event but should understand its causes, major centres, leaders, course of events and consequences. Questions can be based on the political, economic, social and military causes of the revolt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><strong>Area<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>What to Study<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Causes<\/td><td>Political, economic, social, religious and military causes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spread<\/td><td>Major centres and regions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Leaders<\/td><td>Important leaders associated with the revolt<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suppression<\/td><td>British response and major developments<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Failure<\/td><td>Reasons for the failure of the revolt<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Consequences<\/td><td>Changes in British administration and policies<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-did-nationalism-rise-and-how-was-the-inc-formed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_did_nationalism_rise_and_how_was_the_INC_formed\"><\/span>How did nationalism rise and how was the INC formed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The growth of Indian nationalism led to the formation of organised political platforms and eventually the <strong>Indian National Congress (INC)<\/strong>. Candidates should study the political activities that took place before the INC, its foundation and the role of early moderate leaders. The Indian Councils Act of 1892 is also part of the syllabus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pre-Congress political associations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foundation of the Indian National Congress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early Congress leaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moderate phase<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moderate methods and demands<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early nationalist activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian Councils Act of 1892<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-study-about-the-swadeshi-movement-and-rise-of-extremism\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_study_about_the_Swadeshi_Movement_and_rise_of_extremism\"><\/span>What should you study about the Swadeshi Movement and rise of extremism?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Swadeshi Movement was an important phase in the Indian national movement and contributed to the growth of more assertive nationalist politics. Candidates should understand the reasons behind the movement, its major features and the ideology of extremist leaders. The <strong>Morley-Minto Reforms<\/strong> should also be studied along with this topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Background of the Swadeshi Movement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Boycott and Swadeshi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Growth of national education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extremist ideology<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Moderate-extremist differences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major extremist leaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Morley-Minto Reforms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-events-from-1908-to-1918-are-important-for-apfc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_events_from_1908_to_1918_are_important_for_APFC\"><\/span>Which events from 1908 to 1918 are important for APFC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The period from 1908 to 1918 saw several important developments in India&#8217;s freedom struggle. Revolutionary activities increased, while the First World War created new political and economic conditions. The entry of <strong>Mahatma Gandhi<\/strong> into Indian politics marked the beginning of a new phase in the national movement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Revolutionary activities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revolutionary organisations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>First World War and its impact on India<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Political developments during the war<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gandhi&#8217;s entry into the Indian national movement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Early activities of Mahatma Gandhi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-events-from-1919-to-1929-should-you-study\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_events_from_1919_to_1929_should_you_study\"><\/span>Which events from 1919 to 1929 should you study?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The period between 1919 and 1929 witnessed the emergence of mass movements under Mahatma Gandhi and several important constitutional developments. Candidates should focus on the <strong>Rowlatt Act, Non-Cooperation Movement, Khilafat Movement, Simon Commission and Nehru Report<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Areas to Study<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Rowlatt Act<\/td><td>Background and impact<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Non-Cooperation Movement<\/td><td>Causes, programme and withdrawal<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Khilafat Movement<\/td><td>Background and role in nationalism<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Simon Commission<\/td><td>Purpose and Indian opposition<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nehru Report<\/td><td>Main recommendations and importance<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-happened-during-the-period-from-1929-to-1939\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happened_during_the_period_from_1929_to_1939\"><\/span>What happened during the period from 1929 to 1939?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The period from 1929 to 1939 was marked by the Civil Disobedience Movement and important constitutional negotiations between Indian leaders and the British government. The Karachi Session, Round Table Conferences, Government of India Act 1935 and provincial elections of 1937 are important syllabus areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Civil Disobedience Movement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dandi March and Salt Satyagraha<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Karachi Congress Session<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Round Table Conferences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Government of India Act 1935<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provincial elections of 1937<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Congress ministries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-study-about-the-events-from-1940-to-1947\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_study_about_the_events_from_1940_to_1947\"><\/span>What should you study about the events from 1940 to 1947?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The final phase of India&#8217;s freedom struggle witnessed major political developments that eventually led to independence. Candidates should study the <strong>Quit India Movement, Indian National Army (INA), Royal Indian Navy (RIN) Mutiny<\/strong> and the developments that led to India&#8217;s independence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quit India Movement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Role of Mahatma Gandhi<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian National Army<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Subhas Chandra Bose<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>RIN Mutiny<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post-World War II developments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Political negotiations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Run-up to independence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major developments between 1940 and 1947<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-important-socio-religious-reform-movements-for-apfc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_important_socio-religious_reform_movements_for_APFC\"><\/span>What are the important socio-religious reform movements for APFC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Socio-religious reform movements played an important role in changing Indian society during the 19th and early 20th centuries. These movements addressed issues related to social practices, education, religion and women&#8217;s status. Candidates should study the major reform movements across different regions and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eastern reform movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Western reform movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Northern reform movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reform movements among different religious communities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major reformers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Objectives and contributions of reform movements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-apfc\/?ref=contac-upsc-epfo-syll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Enroll  for UPSC EPFO APFC Online Courses<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-anti-colonial-rebellions-tribal-uprisings-and-peasant-movements-should-you-study\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_anti-colonial_rebellions_tribal_uprisings_and_peasant_movements_should_you_study\"><\/span>Which anti-colonial rebellions, tribal uprisings and peasant movements should you study?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The syllabus also includes miscellaneous topics from modern Indian history, particularly resistance against colonial rule. These movements help candidates understand how different sections of Indian society responded to British policies and economic exploitation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anti-colonial rebellions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tribal uprisings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peasant movements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Causes of popular resistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major leaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important regions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>British response<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outcomes and historical significance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-religion-and-philosophy-topics-are-important-for-apfc\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_religion_and_philosophy_topics_are_important_for_APFC\"><\/span>Which religion and philosophy topics are important for APFC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Religion and philosophy form an important part of the APFC-specific culture syllabus. Candidates should develop a basic understanding of Indian philosophical traditions and major religious movements. Buddhism, Jainism, Bhakti and Sufi traditions are particularly important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>What to Study<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Indian Philosophy<\/td><td>Major schools and basic ideas<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Buddhism<\/td><td>Teachings, principles and important sites<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Jainism<\/td><td>Teachings, principles and important figures<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bhakti Movement<\/td><td>Major ideas and saints<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sufi Movement<\/td><td>Major ideas, traditions and saints<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Important Saints<\/td><td>Contributions and associated traditions<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-study-about-sculptures-and-architecture-in-india\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_study_about_sculptures_and_architecture_in_India\"><\/span>What should you study about sculptures and architecture in India?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian sculptures and architecture reflect the development of Indian civilisation across different periods. For APFC, candidates should cover major architectural features from the Indus Valley Civilisation to the Mughal period. Rock-cut and cave architecture are also important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Indus Valley art<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mauryan art<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gupta art<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sultanate architecture and sculptures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mughal architecture and sculptures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rock-cut architecture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cave architecture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important monuments and their features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-important-topics-in-indian-temple-architecture\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_important_topics_in_Indian_temple_architecture\"><\/span>What are the important topics in Indian temple architecture?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Temple architecture developed into several distinctive styles across different regions of India. Candidates should understand the basic characteristics of major temple architecture styles and learn important examples. Indo-Islamic architecture is also an important part of the culture syllabus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major temple architecture styles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regional features of temple architecture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important temples and monuments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Structural features<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decorative elements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indo-Islamic architecture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important examples of Indo-Islamic monuments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-study-about-indian-music\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_study_about_Indian_music\"><\/span>What should you study about Indian music?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian music has a long history and includes both classical and folk traditions. For the examination, candidates should focus on the development of Indian music, major schools or gharanas, musical instruments and important folk traditions. Theatre traditions are also included in the syllabus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>History of Indian music<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Classical music<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hindustani music<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carnatic music<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major schools and gharanas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important musical instruments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Folk music<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traditional theatre forms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-apfc-study-plan\/?ref=contac-upsc-epfo-syll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check out the UPSC EPFO Study Plan<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-indian-dance-forms-should-you-study\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Indian_dance_forms_should_you_study\"><\/span>Which Indian dance forms should you study?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian dance forms can broadly be studied under classical and folk traditions. Candidates should learn the states or regions associated with major dance forms along with their basic features and cultural significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><th><strong>Category<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>What to Study<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><tr><td>Classical Dance<\/td><td>Major classical dance forms and their states<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Folk Dance<\/td><td>Important regional folk dances<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Features<\/td><td>Style, costumes and traditions<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cultural Importance<\/td><td>Festivals and regional associations<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-important-topics-in-indian-paintings\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_important_topics_in_Indian_paintings\"><\/span>What are the important topics in Indian paintings?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian paintings represent different periods, regions and artistic traditions. The syllabus includes prehistoric, mural, miniature, folk and modern paintings. Candidates should learn the major characteristics and regional associations of important painting traditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prehistoric paintings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mural paintings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Miniature paintings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Folk paintings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regional painting traditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Modern Indian paintings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important artists and styles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-you-study-about-indian-languages-and-literature\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_you_study_about_Indian_languages_and_literature\"><\/span>What should you study about Indian languages and literature?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India has a diverse linguistic and literary heritage. Candidates should have basic knowledge of Indian language families, major scripts and important literary traditions. Questions can also focus on the relationship between languages, scripts and regional literature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major Indian language families<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important Indian scripts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Classical languages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regional literature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important literary works<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Major writers and poets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Development of Indian literature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-are-important-fairs-and-festivals-included-in-the-syllabus\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_important_fairs_and_festivals_included_in_the_syllabus\"><\/span>Why are important fairs and festivals included in the syllabus?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Indian fairs and festivals represent the country&#8217;s cultural and regional diversity. Candidates should connect important festivals and fairs with their states, communities and cultural traditions. Both major national festivals and important regional fairs can be relevant for General Awareness preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Major Indian festivals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>State-wise festivals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Religious festivals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cultural fairs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tribal festivals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Important traditional celebrations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Location and cultural significance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-should-apfc-aspirants-study-unesco-world-heritage-sites\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_should_APFC_aspirants_study_UNESCO_World_Heritage_Sites\"><\/span>Why should APFC aspirants study UNESCO World Heritage Sites?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>UNESCO World Heritage Sites are an important part of India&#8217;s cultural and natural heritage. Candidates should prepare a list of important Indian sites and remember their location, historical or cultural significance and broad category. This topic can be prepared through state-wise revision and maps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cultural World Heritage Sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Natural World Heritage Sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mixed heritage sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>State\/location of important sites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Historical significance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Architectural significance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upsc-epfo-prep-kit\/?ref=contac-upsc-epfo-syll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download the UPSC EPFO Prep Kit<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-should-you-prepare-the-indian-culture-heritage-and-freedom-movements-section\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_should_you_prepare_the_Indian_Culture_Heritage_and_Freedom_Movements_section\"><\/span>How should you prepare the Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements section?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparation should begin with the broad historical timeline and then move towards individual events, movements and cultural topics. Modern history deserves special attention because the syllabus contains several topics related to the British period and the freedom movement. For culture, use tables, maps, timelines and short revision notes to remember factual information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Start with Modern History:<\/strong> Cover British expansion, the Revolt of 1857 and the national movement first.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build a timeline:<\/strong> Arrange important events from the decline of the Mughals to independence in chronological order.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare culture separately:<\/strong> Study architecture, music, dance, paintings, literature and festivals topic-wise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use tables:<\/strong> Make quick tables for rulers, movements, leaders, reforms, dance forms and heritage sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Revise repeatedly:<\/strong> Culture and history contain many factual details, so regular revision is important.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practise questions:<\/strong> Solve previous-year questions and mock tests to understand the type of questions asked.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Follow current affairs:<\/strong> Link important cultural events, heritage sites, anniversaries and historical personalities with current affairs.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-will-the-epfo-apfc-recruitment-test-2026-be-conducted\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_will_the_EPFO_APFC_Recruitment_Test_2026_be_conducted\"><\/span>When will the EPFO APFC Recruitment Test 2026 be conducted?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test 2026<\/strong> is scheduled to be conducted on <strong>20 December 2026<\/strong>. The examination will be conducted in pen-and-paper mode and will be used to shortlist candidates for the Interview. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1788330141826\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">1. Is Indian Culture part of the UPSC EPFO APFC syllabus?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, Indian Culture is an important part of the Indian Culture, Heritage and Freedom Movements section for the APFC exam.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1788330142618\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">2. Which topics are covered under the Freedom Movements section?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The section covers major events such as the Revolt of 1857, Swadeshi Movement, Non-Cooperation Movement, Civil Disobedience Movement, Quit India Movement, and the events leading to independence.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1788330143797\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">3. Does the APFC syllabus include the history of British rule in India?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, it includes the advent and rise of Europeans, British conquests, annexations, administrative reforms, and major developments during British rule.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1788330144322\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">4. Are Buddhism and Jainism included in the APFC Indian Culture syllabus?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, Buddhism, Jainism, Indian philosophy, Bhakti and Sufi movements, and important saints are included in the syllabus.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1788330144904\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">5. 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