DCOA Mixed Practice Test #709

Question 1

Sree Narayana Guru performed Shiva Prathishta (consecration) at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Aruvippuram — Aruvippuram Prathishta in 1888 — revolutionary act against caste discrimination.‌​‍

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Varkala

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Sivagiri

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Kalavancode

Question 2

The COP28 in Dubai (2023) concluded with the first-ever Global Stocktake, a critical assessment of the world's progress towards achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement. Which of the following accurately reflects a key finding or recommendation from this Global Stocktake?

Accepted Answer

C. A call for parties to transition away from fossil fuels in energy systems, in a just, orderly and equitable manner. — The COP28 in Dubai concluded with the first Global Stocktake, which assessed the world's progress against the Paris Agreement goals. A key outcome was a call for parties to transition away from fossil fuels in energy systems, in a just, orderly and equitable manner, as explicitly stated in the final decision text. Option A is an overstatement; a full phase-out by 2030 was not agreed upon. Option B is incorrect as the stocktake highlighted a significant gap in limiting warming to 1.5°C. Option D is also incorrect, as climate finance commitments remain a contentious issue with developed nations

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A. A definitive commitment to phase out all fossil fuel production by 2030.

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B. An acknowledgement of significant progress in limiting global warming to 1.5°C with current policies.

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D. A declaration that developed nations have fully met their climate finance commitments to developing countries.

Question 3

Speaker Lok Sabha 18th:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Om Birla — Om Birla re-elected Speaker.‌​‍

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Rajnath Singh

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Sumitra Mahajan

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Meira Kumar

Question 4

Normal human body temperature is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

37°C — Normal body temperature ≈ 37°C (98.6°F).‌​‍

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36°C

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38°C

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39°C

Question 5

Venice of the East:

Accepted Answer

Alappuzha — Alappuzha (Alleppey) — backwaters.

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Kochi

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Kollam

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Kumarakom

Question 6

Kerala's agricultural sector, known for its diverse cropping patterns, faces significant vulnerabilities. Considering the broader agricultural economy, which of the following represents the most pressing long-term challenge exacerbated by climate change for the state's food security?

Accepted Answer

C. Increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events such as droughts, floods, and unseasonal rains, severely impacting crop yields and agricultural land. — Climate change primarily manifests in Kerala through erratic rainfall patterns, more frequent and intense floods, prolonged droughts, and unseasonal rains. These extreme weather events directly harm crop production, damage agricultural infrastructure, and reduce arable land, thereby posing a severe long-term threat to food security. Options A and B present incorrect or overly optimistic scenarios, while D is a potential economic consequence but not the direct and primary climate change impact on food security.

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A. A consistent and predictable increase in the average annual rainfall, leading to enhanced irrigation facilities throughout the year.

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B. A guaranteed shift in traditional cultivation practices towards high-value, export-oriented cash crops due to changing weather patterns.

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D. A significant reduction in the cost of agricultural labor due to reduced demand for manual work in farming.

Question 7

Set-Mundu:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Two-piece Kerala women's traditional dress — Set-mundu or Mundum Neriyathum.‌​‍

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One-piece

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Male

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Religious

Question 8

Gitanjali by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Tagore — Rabindranath Tagore (Nobel 1913).‌​‍

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Premchand

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Bankim

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Sarojini

Question 9

Which of the following statements about the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

B. Permanent members of the UNSC can veto any substantive resolution, including procedural ones. — Permanent members of the UNSC can veto substantive resolutions but not procedural ones (e.g., agenda-setting). The veto power is limited to substantive matters, making option B the incorrect statement.

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A. The UNSC has 15 member states, including 5 permanent members with veto power.

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C. The UNSC can authorize the use of force under Chapter VII of the UN Charter.

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D. Non-permanent members of the UNSC are elected by the UN General Assembly for two-year terms.

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #709