Jammu University Non CBCS
Dogri Previous Year Question Paper
1st Semester
DG-101
Jammu University NON-CBCS Dogri 1st Semester Previous Year Question Paper & Syllabus
If you are studying Dogri under the Non-CBCS system at the University of Jammu, this blog post will provide you with the detailed syllabus for 1st Semester, along with a guide to the previous year question paper pattern and important topics to focus on. This will help you plan your revision, understand what to expect in the examination, and target your efforts efficiently.
Course Details
- Course Title: Dogri – 1st Semester (Non-CBCS)
- Course Code: UDGTC101 (as per syllabus document)
- Credits: 5
- Maximum Marks: 100 (Semester Examination – 80 Marks; Sessional Assessment – 20 Marks)
- Duration: 3 Hours
Syllabus Overview
The syllabus is divided across units that include poetry, drama, literary theory and related components. The examination focuses both on textual understanding (poems, drama) and theoretical/literary elements (life of authors, definitions, elements).
Unit I: Poetry – Adhunik Dogri Kavita (Modern Dogri Poetry)
- Explanation of selected poems from the prescribed textbook.
- You will be asked to write contextual explanations of stanzas (2 × 10 = 20 Marks) from this section.
Unit II: Life & Works of Poets
- General questions based on the life and works of the poets whose poems are prescribed. (4 × 5 = 20 Marks)
Unit III: Drama – Bawa Jitto by Prof. Ram Nath Shastri (Dogri Sanstha, Jammu)
- Questions relating to the drama, its content, characters and themes. (2 × 10 = 20 Marks)
Unit IV: Literary Theory – Definition & Elements of Poetry & Drama
- Theoretical questions: definitions, elements of poetry, drama, literary devices. (20 Marks)
Previous Year Question Paper Pattern
By studying the pattern from the syllabus document, you can expect the following in your exam:
- Two questions from each unit are likely to be set.
- Students will attempt one question from each unit (i.e., five questions total).
- Equal marks for each unit suggests about 16 Marks per unit (80 / 5) roughly, but the syllabus shows specific breakdowns for Units I-III (20 Marks each) and Unit IV (20 Marks) giving total 80.
- Sessional assessment (20 Marks) is internal and may include class test, assignments, etc.
Important Topics & Questions to Prepare
Here are the key topics and suggested questions you should focus on to excel in the exam.
Key Topics
- Modern Dogri poetry: themes, style, important voices
- Life and contributions of Dogri poets (prescribed in the textbook)
- Drama Bawa Jitto: summary, characters, themes, social message
- Literary theory: definition of poetry & drama, elements (theme, character, plot, meter, stanza, rhyme, etc.)
- Critically analysing a stanza or scene in Dogri
Sample/Expected Questions
- From Unit I: Explain the meaning and literary features of the given stanza from the prescribed Dogri poem.
- From Unit I: Write about the theme and style of modern Dogri poetry, giving examples from the textbook.
- From Unit II: Write short notes on the life and works of [Name of Poet].
- From Unit II: Discuss the literary contribution of [Another Poet] in Dogri literature.
- From Unit III: Summarise the drama Bawa Jitto, identify its major characters and discuss its social significance.
- From Unit III: Analyse the character of Bawa Jitto in the drama and explain how the author portrays rural society.
- From Unit IV: Define Drama and list its essential elements. Use examples from the prescribed text.
- From Unit IV: What are the elements of Poetry? Explain with reference to Dogri poetry.
Study & Revision Tips
- Read and re-read the prescribed poems and drama carefully, focusing especially on Dogri language, themes and context.
- Create summary notes of each poem and drama scene: characters, themes, key events, literary devices.
- Practice stanza/scene explanation in Dogri or English depending on what your instructor recommends.
- Memorise the definitions and elements of literary genres (poetry and drama).
- Attempt model question papers under timed conditions to get used to the pattern and manage time.
- Complete your sessional assignments and class tests early — internal assessment matters.
- Use flow-charts for theory units (e.g., elements of drama, features of modern Dogri poetry) to make revision quick.
Conclusion
The Dogri paper for 1st Semester under Non-CBCS at Jammu University is very well-defined and manageable if you follow the syllabus strictly and practise past patterns. By focusing on poetry, drama, literary theory and big names in Dogri literature, you can feel confident and prepared for the exam.
Good luck with your preparation! If you need PDF downloads of previous year papers or want revision worksheets, leave a comment — I’ll help you upload useful resources.