Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CDS2017
Who was the editor of the journal Indian Social Reformer that was started in 1890?
- A K. T. Telang
- B Veeresalingam
- C N. G. Chandavarkar
- D K. N. Natarajan ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
History › Freedom Struggle (1857–1947)
CDS2017
Which of the following was/were founded by Raja Ram Mohan Roy?
- Atmiya Sabha
- Brahmo Samaj
- Prarthana Samaj
- Arya Samaj
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
- A 1, 2 and 3
- B 2 only
- C 1 and 2 only ✓
- D 1, 3 and 4
✓ Correct answer: (C)
History › Freedom Struggle (1857–1947)
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