Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CDS2025
Which one among the following is the earliest text ?
- A Natyashastra of Bharata
- B Sushruta Samhita
- C Ashtadhyayi ✓
- D Manusmriti
✓ Correct answer: (C)
History › Ancient India
CDS2022
The Tolkappiyam is
- A A work of grammar. ✓
- B A Tamil poem in praise of Rajendra Chola.
- C An ancient didactic work in Tamil.
- D A drama composed by a Chera King.
✓ Correct answer: (A)
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