DCOA Mixed Practice Test #235

Question 1

Iodized salt contains:

Accepted Answer

KIO3 or KI — Potassium iodate or iodide.

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NaF

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Mg

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Ca

Question 2

The Kerala government has actively promoted sustainable fishing practices to ensure the long-term health of its marine ecosystems and livelihoods. Which of the following regulatory measures is primarily designed to prevent the overfishing of young fish and allow them to reach reproductive maturity?

Accepted Answer

C. Implementing a minimum legal size (MLS) and minimum mesh size (MMS) for commercially important fish species. — Implementing a Minimum Legal Size (MLS) directly prevents the capture and sale of fish before they reach a certain size, allowing them to grow and reproduce. Similarly, Minimum Mesh Size (MMS) for fishing nets ensures that smaller, immature fish can escape, preventing their premature capture. While a closed season (B) is also a conservation measure, its primary aim is often to protect breeding populations or during adverse weather, whereas MLS and MMS are specifically targeted at protecting juvenile fish. Options A and D relate to fishing technology or location, not directly to the protection

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A. Providing financial incentives for the adoption of modern trawling nets.

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B. Establishing a closed season for fishing during monsoon periods.

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D. Subsidizing the conversion of traditional fishing boats to deep-sea vessels.

Question 3

Global Biofuels Alliance was launched during India's G20 presidency by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

India, USA, and Brazil — The Global Biofuels Alliance was co-initiated by India, USA, and Brazil during the G20 New Delhi Summit.‌​‍

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All G20 members

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15 countries

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19 countries

Question 4

First LDF government:

Accepted Answer

1987 — Left Democratic Front formally from 1980 onwards; EMS-II 1967 era was earlier coalition.

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1980

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1996

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2006

Question 5

What are debentures?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Debt instruments with fixed interest — Creditors, not owners. Interest paid even if loss. Secured/unsecured. Convertible/non-convertible. Charge on assets.

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Equity shares

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Preference

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Loans from public

Question 6

A primary school teacher in a remote Kerala village observes that several students have varying learning styles, some with mild learning disabilities, and a few from tribal backgrounds. Which of the following best reflects the core principle of inclusive education in this scenario?

Accepted Answer

C. Adapting the curriculum and teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of all students within the regular classroom. — Inclusive education aims to provide quality education to all students, irrespective of their differences, within the same general education setting. This involves adapting teaching strategies and curriculum to accommodate diverse learning needs. Options A and D represent exclusionary practices, while B limits the scope of inclusion.

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A. Separating students with disabilities into special classes for focused instruction.

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B. Providing individualized education plans only for students formally diagnosed with disabilities.

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D. Encouraging parents of children with special needs to opt for specialized residential schools.

Question 7

When a body of mass 'M' is placed at the centre of earth, its weight will be:

Accepted Answer

Zero — At Earth's centre, gravitational acceleration g=0, so weight = mg = 0.

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M

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2M

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M/2

Question 8

Jnanpith Award winners from Kerala (count):

Accepted Answer

5 — G. Sankara Kurup, S.K. Pottekkatt, Thakazhi, M.T. Vasudevan Nair, O.N.V. Kurup = 5.

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3

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4

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6

Question 9

Vaikunta Swamikal founded Samatva Samajam in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1836 — Ayya Vaikundar founded Samatva Samajam in 1836 (Travancore).‌​‍

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1837

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1835

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1840

Question 10

The 'State Education Day' in Kerala is celebrated on which date to honor the contributions of a former Chief Minister known for his educational reforms?

Accepted Answer

C. September 2nd — Kerala celebrates 'State Education Day' on September 2nd to honor the contributions of former Chief Minister R. Sankar, who initiated significant educational reforms in the state. January 26th (A) is Republic Day, June 1st (B) is observed as 'Children's Day' in some contexts, and October 2nd (D) is Gandhi Jayanti, unrelated to education.

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A. January 26th

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B. June 1st

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D. October 2nd

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #235