DCOA Mixed Practice Test #38

Question 1

Civil society refers to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Non-state, non-family associations — NGOs, clubs, unions, religious groups — Civil society = space between state and family where citizens organise collectively — essential for democratic functioning.‌​‍

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Government

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Military

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Corporations only

Question 2

The speed of sound in air at 20 °C is approximately:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

343 m/s — In dry air at 20 °C, sound travels ~343 m/s.‌​‍

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150 m/s

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1500 m/s

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3 × 10⁸ m/s

Question 3

Corporations:

Accepted Answer

6 — TVM, Kollam, Kochi, Thrissur, Kozhikode, Kannur.

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4

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8

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10

Question 4

One of the core principles of NEP 2020 is to move towards a more multidisciplinary and holistic education. How does the policy propose to achieve greater flexibility for students in choosing subjects, particularly at the secondary level?

Accepted Answer

C. By eliminating the rigid separation between arts, science, commerce streams, and vocational subjects, allowing students to choose subjects across disciplines. — The NEP 2020 aims to dismantle the rigid boundaries between arts, science, commerce streams, and vocational subjects, enabling students to choose subjects across various disciplines. This approach fosters holistic and multidisciplinary learning, moving away from the conventional siloed educational structure. Options A, B, and D contradict the policy's goal of increased flexibility and multidisciplinary learning.

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A. By mandating a fixed stream system (Science, Commerce, Arts) but allowing minor subject changes within the stream.

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B. By introducing rigid subject combinations that students must choose from to ensure academic rigor.

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D. By limiting subject choices to core academic areas and deferring vocational training to post-secondary education.

Question 5

Takazhi Sivasankara Pillai — Jnanpith:

Accepted Answer

1984 — Won 1984.

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1990

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2001

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1978

Question 6

Which of the following is a key feature of adolescent egocentrism, as described by David Elkind?

Accepted Answer

C. Overestimation of personal importance leading to the 'imaginary audience' phenomenon — Elkind described adolescent egocentrism as including both the 'personal fable' (A) and the 'imaginary audience' (C), where adolescents believe they are constantly being observed. However, the 'imaginary audience' phenomenon (C) is the most direct example of egocentrism in social cognition and is the correct answer. Option B describes a cognitive limitation seen in younger children, and D is unrelated to egocentrism.

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A. Belief that one's thoughts and feelings are unique and shared by no one else

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B. Inability to understand that others may have different perspectives due to concrete thinking

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D. Persistent reliance on authority figures for moral guidance

Question 7

The study of Touch in communication is termed as:

Accepted Answer

Haptics — Haptics is the non-verbal communication via touch.

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Kinesics

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Chromatics

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None of the above

Question 8

Master gland:

Accepted Answer

Pituitary — Pituitary — controls other glands.

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Thyroid

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Liver

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Adrenal

Question 9

Who led Kallumala agitation?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ayyankali — Ayyankali led Kallumala (stone ornaments) agitation 1915.‌​‍

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K.P. Vallon

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Dr. Ayyathan Gopalan

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Kumaragurudeva

Question 10

The Kerala State Teacher's Award is conferred annually to recognize outstanding educators. Which of the following is NOT a primary criterion typically considered for this prestigious award?

Accepted Answer

C. The exact number of years of service completed in government or aided schools. — While experience is generally a prerequisite, the *exact number of years* is not a primary criterion over the quality and impact of a teacher's contribution. The award primarily focuses on excellence in teaching, innovation, student development, and community involvement, rather than just tenure.

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A. Innovation in teaching methodologies and pedagogical practices.

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B. Significant contribution to co-curricular activities and student development.

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D. Efforts in promoting social and community engagement among students.

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #38