General Knowledge Practice Quiz 53

Q1.The textbook attempts to enhance the learning endeavour by giving higher priority and space to which of the following?

A. Rote memorization and individual assignments. B. Contemplation and wondering, discussion in small groups, and hands-on experience. C. Strict adherence to a fixed curriculum without deviation. D. Competitive testing and ranking of students.

Q2.Which organization appreciates the hard work done by the textbook development committee responsible for this book?

A. Ministry of Human Resources Development. B. National Policy on Education. C. National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT). D. Department of Secondary and Higher Education.

Q3.Who was the Chairperson of the advisory group in Social Sciences for the textbook mentioned in the text?

A. Professor Yogendra Yadav. B. Professor Suhas Palshikar. C. Professor Hari Vasudevan. D. Professor Kanti Bajpai.

Q4.Who were the Chief Advisors for the textbook development committee mentioned in the text?

A. Professor Hari Vasudevan and Professor Kanti Bajpai. B. Professor Yogendra Yadav and Professor Suhas Palshikar. C. Professor Kanti Bajpai and Professor Hari Vasudevan. D. Professor Suhas Palshikar and Professor Kanti Bajpai.

Q5.What two elements are considered necessary for considerable change in school routines and mode of functioning?

A. Strict adherence to a single textbook and frequent examinations. B. Flexibility in the daily timetable and rigour in implementing the annual calendar. C. Exclusive focus on academic subjects and competitive grading. D. Reduced teaching days and increased holiday periods.

Q6.Besides linking school life to outside life, what else do syllabi and textbooks developed on the basis of NCF attempt to discourage?

A. Creative writing and critical thinking. B. Rote learning and sharp boundaries between subject areas. C. Group discussions and hands-on activities. D. Parental involvement in school activities.

Q7.Under what conditions do children generate new knowledge by engaging with information passed on to them by adults?

A. When they are strictly disciplined and controlled. B. When they are given space, time, and freedom. C. When they are only exposed to prescribed textbooks. D. When they are constantly evaluated through tests.

Q8.According to the provided text, who were the chairpersons acknowledged for their valuable time and contribution?

A. Professor Mrinal Miri and Professor G.P. Deshpande B. The Director of NCERT and Professor G.P. Deshpande C. Professor Mrinal Miri and the Minister of Education D. The National Council of Educational Research and Training

Q9.What was the primary reason cited in the text for undertaking the rationalisation of content in textbooks?

A. The need to reduce content load on students due to the COVID-19 pandemic B. To align with international educational standards C. To introduce new subjects into the curriculum D. To prepare students for competitive examinations

Q10.As per the provided text, when is the next reprint of this edition scheduled?

A. 2026-27 B. 2022-23 C. 2006-07 D. 2020-21

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General Knowledge Practice Quiz 53