Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CAPF2021
Consider the following statements
- The early Sikh Gurus were religious preachers and did not interfere in politics but Guru Arjan extended his good wishes for the rebel prince Khusrau
- Guru Arjan attempted to organize the finances by introducing the system of more or less compulsory 'spiritual tribute' to be collected by his agents called Masands
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- A 1 only
- B 2 only
- C Both 1 and 2 ✓
- D Neither 1 nor 2
✓ Correct answer: (C)
History › Medieval India
CDS2021
The rules for congregational worship (Sangat) involving collective recitation were organized by
- A Guru Nanak ✓
- B Guru Angad
- C Guru Arjan
- D Guru Govind Singh
✓ Correct answer: (A)
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