Hello User,

The General Knowledge section of CDS (https://www.shiksha.com/exams/cds-exam) comprises a total of 120 questions. The total marks of the test are 100. For wrong answers in this subject, 1/3 marks will be deducted as a penalty.

The General Knowledge paper is mandatory for all candidates in CDS exam. The syllabus of the General Knowlege section is quite vast and comprises History, Geography, Science, Polity, Economics, Current Affairs . There are a total of 120 questions.

You can study the following topics for GK section of CDSE -

• Physical Geography
• Indian and World Geography
• Indian and World History
• International Organizations
• Everyday Science
• Awards and Honors
• Indian Economy
• Indian Polity

Hope this will help you...Good Luck!