DCOA Mixed Practice Test #495

Question 1

A significant reform proposed by NEP 2020 for higher education is the establishment of a single overarching umbrella body, excluding legal and medical education. What is this body called, and what is its primary objective?

Accepted Answer

C. Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) for light but tight regulation, common norms, and multidisciplinary education — The NEP 2020 proposes the establishment of the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) as a single overarching umbrella body for higher education, excluding legal and medical education. Its primary objective is to ensure light but tight regulation, common norms, and foster multidisciplinary education, replacing multiple existing regulatory bodies. UGC, AICTE, and NAAC are existing bodies with specific functions, but HECI is envisioned as a comprehensive regulator.

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A. University Grants Commission (UGC) for funding and accreditation

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B. All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) for technical education standards

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D. National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) for quality assurance and ranking

Question 2

A resolution proposing the deployment of a United Nations peacekeeping force to a volatile region is put to a vote in the Security Council. One of the Permanent Five (P5) members casts a negative vote, citing national security concerns related to the region. What is the most immediate and direct consequence of this P5 member's action?

Accepted Answer

B. The resolution fails to pass, effectively preventing the deployment of the peacekeeping force under the proposed mandate. — The veto power held by each of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council means that a single negative vote from any of these members can block the adoption of any substantive resolution, regardless of the number of affirmative votes. Therefore, the proposed peacekeeping mission cannot proceed under that specific resolution. The UN General Assembly does not have the authority to override a Security Council veto, nor is there a mechanism for the ICJ to review the legality of a P5 veto.

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A. The resolution is then referred to the UN General Assembly for a final decision by a two-thirds majority.

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C. The other four P5 members can jointly appeal to the International Court of Justice to review the legality of the veto.

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D. The resolution is adopted but requires additional approval from all member states contributing troops to the proposed mission.

Question 3

To effectively support the holistic development of adolescent students, a school counselor should prioritize interventions that:

Accepted Answer

C. Foster opportunities for critical thinking, identity exploration, and healthy peer relationships. — Holistic adolescent development requires fostering cognitive skills like critical thinking, providing safe spaces for identity formation and self-discovery, and promoting positive peer interactions which are crucial for social and emotional growth. Strict enforcement, isolation, or a singular focus on academics neglects critical aspects of their development.

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A. Strictly enforce disciplinary rules to prevent all risk-taking behaviors.

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B. Minimize peer group interactions to reduce negative influences.

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D. Focus solely on academic achievement and preparation for higher education.

Question 4

Trypsin secreted by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pancreas — Pancreas (as trypsinogen).‌​‍

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Stomach

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Liver

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Small intestine

Question 5

Folic acid important during:

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy — Prevents neural tube defects.

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Old age

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Infancy only

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Never

Question 6

One horsepower equals approximately:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

746 watts — 1 HP ≈ 746 watts. Used to measure engine power.‌​‍

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546 watts

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646 watts

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846 watts

Question 7

Action research cycles are iterative, meaning they involve repeating steps to refine the intervention. Which step follows the analysis of collected data in the cycle?

Accepted Answer

C. Revising the plan based on analysis — After analyzing data, the next logical step is to revise the plan based on the findings to improve the intervention. Option A (Implementing the intervention) occurs before data analysis. Option B (Sharing findings) typically happens after revising and implementing the intervention. Option D (Collecting baseline data) is part of the initial problem identification phase.

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A. Implementing the intervention

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B. Sharing findings with stakeholders

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D. Collecting baseline data

Question 8

Which of the following is the primary site for the synthesis of ketone bodies in the body?

Accepted Answer

C. Liver — The liver is the primary site for ketogenesis, where fatty acids are converted into ketone bodies (acetoacetate, beta-hydroxybutyrate, and acetone) during prolonged fasting or carbohydrate restriction. Other tissues can utilize but not produce ketones.

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A. Kidneys

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B. Brain

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D. Skeletal muscles

Question 9

Victoria Falls height/width:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

108m × 1708m wide — Zambezi River.‌​‍

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100m × 2000m

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50m × 1000m

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200m × 500m

Question 10

Kerala's Panchayat level women reservation:

Accepted Answer

50% — 50% — state higher than constitutional 33%.

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33%

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25%

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75%

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #495