IITM HSEE Exam pattern

[Kelvin KK]

How is the exam pattern for IIT Madras HSEE (Humanities and Social Sciences Entrance Examination) 2013?

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HSEE-2013 examination is of three hours duration and has two parts. Part I consists of objective type multiple choice questions for 2½ hours duration (150 Minutes), administered through computer. Part II
involves essay writing for 30 Minutes to be written on answer sheet distributed to the candidates at the end of Part I.
Part I covers the following topics: (i) English and Comprehension Skill; (ii) Analytical and Quantitative Ability; (iii) General Studies covering the areas of Indian Economics (since Independence),
Indian Society, Contemporary World Affairs (post-World War II); and (iv) Environment and Ecology.
Part II requires the candidate to write an essay on general topic involving description, or/and reflection or/and discussion.