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Key Facts: UPMSP Intermediate Marathi Exam

Code 108

UPMSP Subject Code

UPMSP Intermediate Syllabus

100

Practice Questions

OpenExamPrep Model Bank

3h 15m

Board Exam Duration

UPMSP Regulations

33%

Minimum Pass Mark

UPMSP Board Rules

4 Areas

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UPMSP Marathi Curriculum

Master the UPMSP Class 12 Marathi Code 108 exam with 100 targeted practice questions across classical and modern poetry, prose literature, Marathi grammar, figures of speech, prosody, and composition skills.

Sample UPMSP Intermediate Marathi Practice Questions

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1Which monumental 13th-century Marathi commentary on the Bhagavad Gita was composed by Sant Dnyaneshwar in the Ovi metre?
A.Amrutanubhav
B.Dasbodh
C.Eknathi Bhagavata
D.Dnyaneshwari (Bhavartha Dipika)
Explanation: Sant Dnyaneshwar authored Dnyaneshwari (originally named Bhavartha Dipika) in 1290 CE at Nevasa using the four-line Ovi poetic metre to bring Vedic wisdom into vernacular Marathi.
2Which devotional verse form is primarily associated with Sant Tukaram's spiritual compositions in praise of Lord Vithoba of Pandharpur?
A.Bharud
B.Abhanga
C.Katav
D.Phatka
Explanation: Sant Tukaram is renowned for his Abhangas (unbroken or lyrical devotional couplets/quatrains) collected in the Gatha, expressing intense Varkari devotion to Lord Vithoba.
3Which 16th-century Varkari saint introduced the 'Bharud' genre—dramatic folk allegories disguised as everyday characters—to convey moral guidance?
A.Sant Namdev
B.Sant Chokhamela
C.Sant Janabai
D.Sant Eknath
Explanation: Sant Eknath of Paithan composed over 300 Bharuds, using folk personae (such as fortune-tellers, mendicants, and acrobats) as allegories to impart spiritual lessons.
4Which major 17th-century Marathi text, written by Sant Ramdas, offers practical wisdom, governance insights, and spiritual devotion in 20 Dashakas?
A.Kavita-Ratnakar
B.Lilacharitra
C.Rukmini Swayamvar
D.Dasbodh
Explanation: Dasbodh, dictated by Sant Ramdas to his disciple Kalyan Swami, consists of 20 Dashakas (chapters) covering devotion, practical conduct, and societal organization.
5Who among the following classical poets is celebrated for his vivid, dramatic Marathi rendition of the Mahabharata in the Ovi metre?
A.Mahipati
B.Moropant
C.Shridhar Swami
D.Mukteshwar
Explanation: Mukteshwar (grandson of Sant Eknath) composed a masterly Marathi rendition of the Mahabharata, known for its rich imagery and dramatic storytelling.
6Which Pandit poet wrote scholarly narrative poems (Akhyanas) and is best known for his philosophical work 'Yatiraja Charitra' and ornate Shloka compositions?
A.Keshavsut
B.Vaman Pandit
C.Bahinabai
D.Namdeo Dhasal
Explanation: Vaman Pandit was a prominent 17th-century Marathi Pandit poet who favored Sanskritized Shloka metres and wrote scholarly works like Radhabhujang and Yatiraja Charitra.
7Which classical narrative poem detailing the romance of Nala and Damayanti was authored by Raghunath Pandit?
A.Radha-Madhav Vilasa
B.Keechak Vadh
C.Shakuntala Natak
D.Naladamayanti Swayamvarakhyana
Explanation: Raghunath Pandit composed Naladamayanti Swayamvarakhyana, a classic narrative work celebrated for its refined imagery and metrical craftsmanship.
8Which Shahiri poet is famous for his moral admonition poem starting with 'Bhikabali nako re' and creating the 'Phatka' genre?
A.Honaji Bala
B.Ram Joshi
C.Prabhakar
D.Anant Phandi
Explanation: Anant Phandi (1744–1819) shifted from sensual Lavani poetry to moral didacticism after advice from Lokahitawadi/saints, originating the Phatka (sharp reformist verse) genre.
9Which scholar-turned-Shahir gained fame in the late 18th century for elevating Lavani folk poetry with Sanskrit scholarship and poetic grace?
A.Sagaan Bhau
B.Haidar Sanam
C.Parsharam
D.Ram Joshi
Explanation: Ram Joshi (1762–1812) was a Sanskrit scholar from Sholapur who revolutionized Marathi Lavani by infusing literary elegance and philosophical depth into folk performance.
10Which Shahir partner of musician Balkrishna created the timeless morning song (Bhupali) 'Ghanashyam Sundara Shridhara'?
A.Honaji Bala
B.Anant Phandi
C.Agyaveer
D.Tulsidas Shahir
Explanation: Honaji Bala (along with his musical accompanist Bala) composed the beloved devotional morning song 'Ghanashyam Sundara Shridhara' and introduced classical music into Lavani.

About the UPMSP Intermediate Marathi Exam

The Uttar Pradesh Board UPMSP Intermediate (Class 12) Marathi examination (Subject Code 108) evaluates senior secondary students on classical and modern Marathi literature, poetic analysis, prosody, figures of speech, grammatical syntax, and composition skills. This practice bank provides 100 comprehensive multiple-choice questions structured as an English-language study adaptation to reinforce concepts in Marathi literary history, Sant literature, Bakhar historical prose, grammatical sandhi, samas, prayog, prosodic metres, and writing skills.

Assessment

Board theory paper consisting of literary comprehension, poetic commentary, grammatical transformations, and essay composition. Note: This question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation designed for UPMSP Code 108 syllabus reinforcement.

Time Limit

3 hours 15 minutes (195 minutes)

Passing Score

33% aggregate

Exam Fee

Included in UPMSP Board Fee (Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP))

UPMSP Intermediate Marathi Exam Content Outline

30%

Marathi Poetry (Prachina & Adhunika Kavitva)

Classical Sant literature (Jnaneshwar, Tukaram, Eknath, Ramdas), Pandit poetry, Bakhar & Shahiri ballad poetry, and modern Marathi poetry movements from Keshavsut to contemporary lyricists.

30%

Marathi Prose (Prachina & Adhunika Gadhya)

Mahanubhava prose (Lilacharitra), historic Bakhar prose, Nibandhkar essayists (Chiplunkar, Tilak, Agarkar), modern Marathi drama, short stories, and autobiographies.

25%

Marathi Grammar & Poetics (Vyakaran, Alankar & Chhanda)

Marathi and Sanskrit Sandhi, Samas compounds, Prayog voice, case markers (Vibhakti), rhetorical figures (Alankar: Upama, Rupaka, Shlesh), metrical prosody (Chhanda / Vritta), and word transformations.

15%

Essay & Comprehension (Rachana & Utaradya)

Unseen prose/poetic passage comprehension, formal essay and letter writing, Marathi idioms (Vakprachar), proverbs (Mhani), and technical administrative vocabulary.

How to Pass the UPMSP Intermediate Marathi Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 33% aggregate
  • Assessment: Board theory paper consisting of literary comprehension, poetic commentary, grammatical transformations, and essay composition. Note: This question bank is an English-language MCQ study adaptation designed for UPMSP Code 108 syllabus reinforcement.
  • Time limit: 3 hours 15 minutes (195 minutes)
  • Exam fee: Included in UPMSP Board Fee

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

UPMSP Intermediate Marathi Study Tips from Top Performers

1Study the foundational Varkari Sant literature and distinct poetic meters such as the Ovi and Abhanga used by Dnyaneshwar and Tukaram.
2Understand the transition of Marathi prose from early Mahanubhava texts (Lilacharitra) and historical Bakhars to the nationalist essayists of Kesari and Nibandhmala.
3Master the rules of Kartari, Karmani, and Bhave Prayog (voice) by analyzing how subject and object case markers affect verb agreements.
4Memorize the structural formulas and gana patterns of classical Marathi Vritta metres like Bhujangaprayat (12 syllables) and Vasantatilaka (14 syllables).
5Learn common Marathi idioms (Vakprachar) and proverbs (Mhani) alongside administrative Marathi technical terms (Paribhashik Shabd).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is UPMSP Subject Code 108?

Subject Code 108 is the official subject code assigned by Uttar Pradesh Madhyamik Shiksha Parishad (UPMSP) for Marathi language and literature in the Intermediate (Class 12) Board Examination.

What is the format of the UPMSP Class 12 Marathi practice bank?

This practice bank features 100 objective multiple-choice questions (MCQs) written in English as a conceptual study adaptation to help students master literary history, poetic analysis, grammar rules, prosody, and composition concepts.

Which Marathi poets and literary movements are covered in UPMSP Code 108?

The syllabus covers classical Varkari Sant literature (Dnyaneshwar, Tukaram, Eknath, Ramdas), Pandit poetry (Vaman Pandit, Raghunath Pandit), Shahiri ballads, and modern poets including Keshavsut, Balkavi, Kusumagraj, Mangesh Padgaonkar, and Vinda Karandikar.

What grammar and poetics topics are tested in UPMSP Intermediate Marathi?

Grammar topics include Marathi and Sanskrit Sandhi rules, Samas compounds (Avyayibhava, Tatpurusha, Karmadharaya, Dwigu, Dwandwa, Bahuvrihi), Prayog (Kartari, Karmani, Bhave), Alankar (Upama, Rupaka, Utpreksha, Shlesh, Yamak), and Chhanda/Vritta prosody (Bhujangaprayat, Vasantatilaka, Mandakranta).

What passing score is required for UPMSP Intermediate Marathi?

Students must secure a minimum of 33% marks overall to pass the UPMSP Intermediate board examination.