DCOA Mixed Practice Test #273

Question 1

Kerala's first Health Minister:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

A.R. Menon — Dr. A.R. Menon — first Health Minister (1957).‌​‍

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K.R. Narayanan

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A.K. Antony

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K.M. Mani

Question 2

The largest gland in the human body, vital for detoxification, metabolism, and bile production, is located in the upper right quadrant of the abdomen. Identify this organ.

Accepted Answer

C. Liver — The liver is indeed the largest gland and internal organ, performing over 500 vital functions including detoxification of drugs and toxins, metabolism of nutrients, and production of bile for fat digestion. The pancreas, spleen, and kidneys have distinct primary roles and locations.

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A. Pancreas

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B. Spleen

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D. Kidney

Question 3

Which of the following awards is NOT conferred by the University Grants Commission (UGC) for higher education in India?

Accepted Answer

D. Kerala State Award for Higher Education — The correct answer is option D, the Kerala State Award for Higher Education, as it is not an award by the UGC but by the Government of Kerala. Options A, B, and C are all UGC-recognized national awards for educational excellence.

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A. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy

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B. Visitor's Award for Best University

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C. Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching Award

Question 4

Nehru Memorial Museum at:

Accepted Answer

Teen Murti Bhavan — Teen Murti Bhavan, Delhi (former PM residence).

Answer

Red Fort

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Parliament

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Rajghat

Question 5

Onam celebrated in month:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Chingam — Chingam (Aug-Sep).‌​‍

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Vrishchikam

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Kanni

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Medam

Question 6

Kannur district:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1957 — 1957.‌​‍

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1956

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1980

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1970

Question 7

In a coastal district of Kerala, many traditional fishing communities are struggling with declining fish stocks and the increasing mechanization of fishing operations by larger companies. This has led to a situation where a substantial portion of the traditional fishermen are unable to find work using their traditional skills. This scenario primarily illustrates which type of unemployment?

Accepted Answer

C. Structural unemployment — Structural unemployment occurs when there is a mismatch between the skills of the unemployed and the skills required for available jobs, often due to technological advancements, shifts in industry structure, or resource depletion. The scenario describes a loss of jobs for traditional fishermen due to mechanization and declining resources, which fundamentally alters the demand for their specific skills. Frictional unemployment is temporary, cyclical is due to economic downturns, and seasonal is tied to specific seasons.

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A. Frictional unemployment

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B. Cyclical unemployment

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D. Seasonal unemployment

Question 8

Kerala's total rivers:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

44 — 44 (41 west-flowing + 3 east-flowing).‌​‍

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41

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30

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50

Question 9

Dutch took over Kochi:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1663 — Dutch defeated Portuguese 1663.‌​‍

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1498

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1600

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1857

Question 10

Which of the following is a key principle of aseptic technique?

Accepted Answer

A. Using sterile equipment and supplies — Using sterile equipment and supplies is a key principle of aseptic technique. Aseptic technique involves using sterile equipment and supplies to prevent microbial contamination, and it is an essential aspect of preparing sterile solutions. Minimizing the number of people involved in the preparation of a sterile solution and working in a clean and well-ventilated area are also important principles of aseptic technique, but using sterile equipment and supplies is the most critical aspect.

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B. Minimizing the number of people involved in the preparation of a sterile solution

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C. Working in a clean and well-ventilated area

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D. All of the above

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #273