CDS Exam (II)- 2026 - General Knowledge Defence Question Paper

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CDS Exam (II)- 2026 - General Knowledge

CDS Exam (II)- 2026 - General Knowledge Defence Questions

41.
Consider the following statements:
1. Services sector contributes more than 50% to India's GVA
2. Services sector growth is more volatile than agriculture sector
3. FDI in services sector contributes to three-fourth of total FDI in the post-Covid period
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A.
1 and 2 only
B.
1 and 3 only
C.
2 and 3 only
D.
1, 2 and 3
ANSWER :
B. 1 and 3 only
42.
Which one of the following best explains the "crowding-in effect" observed in India?
A.
Reduction in private sector borrowing
B.
Public investment leading to increase in private investment
C.
Decline in fiscal deficit
D.
Increase in imports due to higher demand
ANSWER :
B. Public investment leading to increase in private investment
43.
Consider the following statements:
1. India runs a current account deficit
2. Merchandise imports of India exceed exports
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
ANSWER :
C. Both 1 and 2
44.
With reference to Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It provides health insurance coverage to vulnerable families
2. It covers both secondary and tertiary care hospitalization
3. It is applicable to all citizens irrespective of income
Select the answer using the code given below:
A.
1 only
B.
2 only
C.
1 and 2
D.
2 and 3
ANSWER :
C. 1 and 2
45.
India's fiscal deficit widens significantly due to increased Government spending on subsidies while tax revenue remains unchanged. Which one of the following is the most likely consequence?
A.
Inflation will rise, interest rates will fall, and private investment will increase
B.
Inflation will rise, interest rates may rise, and private investment may slow down
C.
Inflation will fall, interest rates will rise, and private investment will increase
D.
Inflation will fall, interest rates will fall, and GDP growth will accelerate
ANSWER :
B. Inflation will rise, interest rates may rise, and private investment may slow down
46.
India's reliance on imported energy exposes it to geopolitical supply shocks. In this context, what is the most likely short-term impact of a major disruption in crude oil imports?
A.
Decrease in inflation
B.
Strengthening of the rupee
C.
Higher input costs and inflation pressure
D.
Increase in exports
ANSWER :
C. Higher input costs and inflation pressure
47.
The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) recently conducted a successful flight-test of the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR). The rocket was tested for a user-defined minimum range of
A.
30 km
B.
40 km
C.
50 km
D.
60 km
ANSWER :
D. 60 km
48.
Which one of the following best explains how India's growth resilience is achieved in a fragile global context in recent years?
A.
Lower inflation with a simultaneous increase in consumption and investment supported by strong domestic demand
B.
A sharp depreciation of the Indian rupee to boost exports despite weak global demand
C.
A fiscal push achieved primarily through increased revenue deficit financing
D.
Reduced public capital expenditure to curb inflationary pressures
ANSWER :
A. Lower inflation with a simultaneous increase in consumption and investment supported by strong domestic demand
49.
If Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) is 50% and Worker Population Ratio (WPR) is 45%, what is the Unemployment Rate?
A.
5%
B.
10%
C.
15%
D.
Cannot be determined
ANSWER :
B. 10%
50.
Which one of the following major structural trends in agricultural output is highlighted in the Economic Survey 2025-26?
A.
Livestock output declined relative to crop production
B.
Production of fruits exceeded production of vegetables
C.
Pulses production outpaced both horticulture and food grains production
D.
Horticulture production surpassed food grain production
ANSWER :
D. Horticulture production surpassed food grain production