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CDS Detailed Syllabus With Examples

The document outlines the detailed syllabus for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam, divided into three main sections: English, General Knowledge, and Mathematics, each worth 100 marks. It includes specific topics and examples for each section, such as grammar and comprehension for English, current affairs and history for General Knowledge, and basic numerical skills for Mathematics. Additionally, it provides preparation tips, recommending resources like NCERT books and newspapers for effective study.

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CDS Detailed Syllabus With Examples

The document outlines the detailed syllabus for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam, divided into three main sections: English, General Knowledge, and Mathematics, each worth 100 marks. It includes specific topics and examples for each section, such as grammar and comprehension for English, current affairs and history for General Knowledge, and basic numerical skills for Mathematics. Additionally, it provides preparation tips, recommending resources like NCERT books and newspapers for effective study.

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Detailed CDS Exam Syllabus & Practice Questions

### Combined Defence Services (CDS) Exam - Detailed Syllabus & Examples ###

## 1 English Section (100 Marks)


This section tests grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and usage.

### Topics & Examples:


**1. Spotting Errors**
*Example:* Identify the error: "She do not like playing football."
**Correct Answer:** "do" should be "does."

**2. Sentence Improvement**


*Example:* "He is more better than his brother."
**Correct Answer:** Remove "more" (He is better than his brother.)

**3. Synonyms & Antonyms**


*Example:* Synonym of "Obstinate"?
**Correct Answer:** Stubborn

**4. Reading Comprehension**


- Read a passage and answer related questions.

**5. Cloze Test (Fill in the blanks)**


*Example:* "He __ to the market yesterday."
**Correct Answer:** went

**6. Active & Passive Voice**


*Example:* "She wrote a letter." (Active) **"A letter was written by her." (Passive)**

**7. Idioms & Phrases**


*Example:* "Break the ice" means **to start a conversation.**

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## 2 General Knowledge (100 Marks)


Covers static GK, current affairs, and defence knowledge.

### Topics & Examples:


**1. Current Affairs**
*Example:* Who is the current Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India?
**Correct Answer:** (Check latest update)

**2. History**
- Ancient: Indus Valley, Maurya, Gupta Empire
- Medieval: Delhi Sultanate, Mughals
- Modern: Revolt of 1857, Freedom Struggle

**Example:** Who founded the Maurya Empire?


**Correct Answer:** Chandragupta Maurya

**3. Geography**
*Example:* What is the longest river in India?
**Correct Answer:** Ganga

**4. Polity**
*Example:* Who is the head of the Rajya Sabha?
**Correct Answer:** Vice President of India

**5. Economy**
*Example:* What is GST?
**Correct Answer:** Goods & Services Tax

**6. Science & Environment**


*Example:* What is the chemical formula of water?
**Correct Answer:** H2O

**7. Defence & Security**


*Example:* Where is DRDO headquarters?
**Correct Answer:** New Delhi

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## 3 Mathematics (100 Marks) [For IMA, INA, AFA]


Basic numerical ability and problem-solving skills.

### Topics & Examples:


**1. Arithmetic:**
*Example:* Find the LCM of 12 and 18.
**Correct Answer:** 36

**2. Algebra:**
*Example:* Solve x2 - 4x + 4 = 0.
**Correct Answer:** x = 2

**3. Geometry:**
*Example:* What is the sum of interior angles of a triangle?
**Correct Answer:** 180

**4. Mensuration:**
*Example:* Find the area of a circle with radius 7 cm.
**Correct Answer:** 72 = 154 cm2

**5. Trigonometry:**
*Example:* Find sin 30.
**Correct Answer:** 1/2

**6. Statistics & Data Interpretation:**


*Example:* Find the median of {3, 5, 7, 9, 11}.
**Correct Answer:** 7

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## Preparation Tips:
- **Read NCERT books (6th-10th) for GK & Maths.**
- **Follow newspapers (The Hindu, Indian Express) for current affairs.**
- **Solve previous years' papers & take mock tests.**
- **Use books like Wren & Martin (English), Lucents GK, R.S. Aggarwal (Maths).**

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