CDS 2017 General Knowledge Question Paper PDF | UPSC

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  • Year 2017
  • Conducted By UPSC
  • Questions 120
  • Maximum Marks 100
  • Duration Two Hours
  • Languages English & Hindi

Exam Details

Detail Information
Examination Combined Defence Services Examination
Year 2017
Conducting Body UPSC
Paper General Knowledge
Subject General Knowledge
Duration Two Hours
Maximum Marks 100
Number of Questions 120
Question Type Objective (MCQ)

This is the official General Knowledge question paper for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination held in 2017, conducted by the UPSC. The paper consists of 120 objective-type questions, with a maximum of 100 marks and a time duration of two hours. It is a crucial resource for aspirants preparing for the CDS exam, offering insights into the types of questions asked and the exam pattern. Practicing with this paper helps candidates assess their knowledge and identify areas for improvement.

Major Topics Covered

  • General Knowledge
  • Biology
  • Genetics
  • Virology
  • Cancer Biology
  • Plant Viruses
  • Reproduction
  • Vitamins

Why This Paper is Important

  • Useful for Combined Defence Services Examination 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 2017 English Question Paper
  • CDS 2017 Maths Question Paper
  • CDS 2016 General Knowledge Question Paper
  • CDS 2017 General Knowledge Answer Key
  • CDS General Knowledge Syllabus
  • CDS Exam Pattern
  • CDS Exam Pattern Details
  • CDS II 2017

Instructions

  • Penalty for wrong answers : THERE WILL BE PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS MARKED BY A CANDIDATE IN THE OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTION PAPERS. (i) There are four alternatives for the answer to every question. For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, one-third of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty. (ii) If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as a wrong answer even if one of the given answers happens to be correct and there will be same penalty as above to that question. (iii) If a question is left blank, i.e., no answer is given by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that question. DO NOT OPEN THIS TEST BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO ध्यान दें : अनुदेशों का हिन्दी रूपान्तर इस पुस्तिका के पिछले पृष्ठ पर छपा है।

  • IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE EXAMINATION, YOU SHOULD CHECK THAT 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 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 is printed both in Hindi and English.
  • Each item comprises four responses (answers).
  • You 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. See directions in the Answer Sheet.
  • 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.

Questions (page 2)

Q1. Polynucleotide chain of DNA contains

  • (a) a nitrogenous base, deoxyribose sugar and phosphate group
  • (b) a nitrogenous base, ribose sugar and phosphate group
  • (c) deoxyribose sugar, ribose sugar and phosphate group
  • (d) a nitrogenous base and phosphate group only

Q2. The process of copying genetic information from one strand of DNA into RNA is termed as

  • (a) translation
  • (b) transcription
  • (c) replication
  • (d) mutation

Q3. AIDS is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The transmission of HIV infection generally occurs through

  • (a) eating contaminated food and water
  • (b) transfusion of contaminated blood and blood products
  • (c) inhaling polluted air
  • (d) shaking hand with infected person

Q4. In human body, the cell growth and differentiation are highly controlled and regulated, but in cancer cells

  • (a) there is breakdown of these regulatory mechanisms leading to formation of benign and malignant tumors
  • (b) controlled cell division and over-production of genetic material occur
  • (c) RNA is mutated and produced in less amount
  • (d) DNA is mutated and produced in less amount

Q5. Most viruses that infect plants possess

  • (a) single-stranded DNA
  • (b) single-stranded RNA
  • (c) double-stranded DNA and RNA
  • (d) double-stranded RNA only

Q6. Syngamy results in formation of

  • (a) haploid zygote
  • (b) diploid zygote
  • (c) non-motile male gametes
  • (d) motile male gametes

Q7. Bleeding of gums, falling of teeth, fragile bones and delayed wound healing occur due to the deficiency of which one of the following vitamins?

  • (a) Vitamin C
  • (b) Vitamin K
  • (c) Vitamin D
  • (d) Vitamin B

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Frequently asked questions

What is the full name of the exam for which this question paper is?

This question paper is for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination.

Which conducting body releases the CDS exam papers?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the CDS examination and releases its papers.

What is the year of this CDS General Knowledge question paper?

This question paper is from the year 2017.

What is the maximum marks for the CDS General Knowledge paper?

The maximum marks for the CDS General Knowledge paper is 100.

What is the time duration allowed for the CDS General Knowledge paper?

The time allowed for the CDS General Knowledge paper is Two Hours.

How many questions are there in the CDS General Knowledge paper?

There are 120 questions in the CDS General Knowledge paper.

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