CDS (II) 2022 English Question Paper PDF | UPSC Exam

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  • Year 2022
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 120
  • Maximum Marks 100
  • Duration Two Hours
  • Languages English

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Combined Defence Services Examination (II)
Year 2022
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper English
Subject English
Duration Two Hours
Maximum Marks 100
Number of Questions 120
Question Type Objective (MCQ)

This is the official question paper for the English section of the Combined Defence Services Examination (II) 2022, conducted by UPSC. The paper consists of 120 objective-type questions to be answered in two hours, with a maximum of 100 marks. This paper is crucial for candidates aiming to join the armed forces through the CDS exam, testing their comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Practicing this paper helps aspirants understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and common question types, aiding in targeted preparation.

Major Topics Covered

  • Comprehension
  • Vocabulary
  • Grammar
  • Sentence Structure
  • Error Spotting

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for Combined Defence Services Examination (I preparation
  • Helps understand the latest exam pattern
  • Useful for practice and self-assessment
  • Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
  • Helpful for analysing question trends

Related Resources

  • CDS (I) 2022 English Question Paper
  • CDS (II) 2021 English Question Paper
  • CDS (I) 2021 English Question Paper
  • CDS General Knowledge Question Paper
  • CDS Mathematics Question Paper
  • CDS (II) 2022 English Answer Key
  • UPSC CDS 2022 English Solutions
  • CDS English Syllabus

Instructions

  • THIS TEST BOOKLET DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNPRINTED OR TORN OR MISSING PAGES OR ITEMS, ETC.
  • IF SO, GET IT REPLACED BY A COMPLETE TEST BOOKLET.
  • Please note that it is the candidate's responsibility to encode and fill in the Roll Number and Test
  • Booklet Series Code A, B, C or D carefully and without any omission or discrepancy at the appropriate places in the OMR Answer Sheet.
  • Any omission/discrepancy will render the Answer Sheet liable for rejection.
  • You have to enter your Roll Number on the
  • Test Booklet in the Box provided alongside.
  • DO NOT write anything else on the Test Booklet.
  • This Test Booklet contains 120 items (questions).
  • Each item comprises four responses (answers).
  • will select the response which you want to mark on the Answer Sheet.
  • In case you feel that there is more than one correct response, mark the response which you consider the best.
  • In any case, choose ONLY ONE response for each item.
  • You have to mark all your responses ONLY on the separate Answer Sheet provided.
  • in the Answer Sheet. All items carry equal marks.
  • Before you proceed to mark in the Answer Sheet the response to various items in the Test Booklet,
  • you have to fill in some particulars in the Answer Sheet as per instructions sent to you with your Admission Certificate.
  • After you have completed filling in all your responses on the Answer Sheet and the examination has
  • concluded, you should hand over to the Invigilator only the Answer Sheet.
  • You are permitted to take away with you the Test Booklet.
  • Sheets for rough work are appended in the Test Booklet at the end.
  • Penalty for wrong answers: THERE WILL BE PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS MARKED BY A CANDIDATE IN THE OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTION PAPERS.
  • There are four alternatives for the answer to every question.
  • For each question for which a wrong answer (i) has been given by the candidate, one-third of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty.
  • If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as a wrong answer even if one of the given (ii) answers happens to be correct and there will be same penalty as above to that question.
  • If a question is left blank, i.e., no answer is given by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that (iii) question.
  • DO NOT OPEN THIS TEST BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO

Questions (page 2)

Q1. China's objective of signing a security pact with Solomon Islands is

  • (a) to contribute in ensuring security in the Pacific.
  • (b) to extend its territory.
  • (c) to develop Solomon Islands.
  • (d) to provide financial aid in enhancing security measures in the Pacific.

Q2. The Pact symbolises China's doctrine of

  • (a) advancing financial support to countries.
  • (b) deployment of security forces wherever needed.
  • (c) advancement of defence technology.
  • (d) principles of peaceful coexistence.

Q3. Which one of the following is implied by 'Beijing would not seek to become a global hegemon'?

  • (a) Beijing would aspire to become a strong ruler.
  • (b) Beijing is ambitious of becoming a Superpower.
  • (c) Beijing is not aspiring to have control over the world.
  • (d) Beijing will play an important role in world politics.

Q4. What does 'square with that idea' imply in the passage ?

  • (a) Having multiple ideas
  • (b) Not in agreement with the idea
  • (c) Imposing personal views on others
  • (d) Agreeing with the multiple views

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Frequently asked questions

What is the full name of the exam?

The full name of the exam is the Combined Defence Services Examination (II).

Which year is this question paper from?

This question paper is from the year 2022.

Who conducts the Combined Defence Services Examination?

The Combined Defence Services Examination is conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

What is the subject of this question paper?

The subject of this question paper is English.

What is the total time allowed for the exam?

The total time allowed for the exam is Two Hours.

What are the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 100.

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