DCOA Mixed Practice Test #722

Question 1

Kasaragod taluk was added to Kerala in 1956 from:

Accepted Answer

South Karnataka — Kasaragod was part of South Karnataka before being added to Kerala on state formation.

Answer

Coorg

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South Canara

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Madras Presidency

Question 2

Sree Narayana Guru's famous quote is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

One Caste One Religion One God — Oru Jathi, Oru Matham, Oru Daivam Manushyanu.‌​‍

Answer

Jai Hind

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Swaraj is my birthright

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Do or Die

Question 3

Wetlands in India Ramsar:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

75+ — Over 75 Ramsar sites.‌​‍

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26

Answer

46

Answer

100

Question 4

Which of the following social changes is MOST likely to reduce the incidence of waterborne diseases in a rural community?

Accepted Answer

B. Construction of piped water supply systems and proper sanitation facilities — Piped water supply and sanitation facilities (B) directly address the root cause of waterborne diseases by improving water quality and waste disposal. While health education (A) is important, it is a secondary intervention. Mosquito control (C) and vaccination (D) target vector-borne and vaccine-preventable diseases, not waterborne illnesses.

Answer

A. Introduction of community-based health education programs

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C. Increased use of mosquito repellents and bed nets

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D. Implementation of mass vaccination drives for children

Question 5

About Wimbledon Championship and Tennis — which is NOT correct? ‌​‍(i) Wimbledon is first Grand Slam in the year (ii) There are six Grand Slam tournaments (iii) ITF HQ is in UK (iv) Madison Keys won Australian Open first Slam

Accepted Answer

Only i & ii — Australian Open is first of four Grand Slams (not Wimbledon, which is 3rd). ‌​‍There are FOUR (not six) Grand Slams.

Answer

All incorrect

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Only ii & iii

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Only iii & iv

Question 6

Which of the following ICT tools is BEST suited for collaborative learning and peer interaction in a classroom?

Accepted Answer

C. Padlet for interactive discussions and brainstorming — Padlet is designed for collaborative activities like brainstorming, discussions, and group projects, making it ideal for peer interaction. Google Classroom (B) is primarily for assignment management, digital whiteboards (A) are teacher-centric, and educational games (D) focus on individual learning.

Answer

A. Digital whiteboard for teacher-led explanations

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B. Google Classroom for assignment submission

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D. Educational games for individual practice

Question 7

Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 is worth:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rs 10,000 crore — DPIIT notified Startup India FoF 2.0 worth Rs 10,000 crore in April 2026.‌​‍

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Rs 5,000 crore

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Rs 15,000 crore

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Rs 20,000 crore

Question 8

PLI (Production Linked Incentive) Scheme was launched in:

Accepted Answer

2020 — PLI schemes launched 2020 to boost manufacturing across 14 sectors (mobile, semiconductors, pharma, textiles, auto, etc.).

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2018

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2019

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2021

Question 9

A student correctly identifies the main difference between renewable and non-renewable resources during a microteaching session. To effectively apply the 'Reinforcement Skill', the teacher should:

Accepted Answer

B. Say, 'Excellent! That's a very clear explanation. Can you give an example of each?' — The 'Reinforcement Skill' involves providing immediate and appropriate feedback to students for their responses. Option B provides positive verbal reinforcement ('Excellent!', 'very clear explanation') and encourages further engagement, which is an effective application of the skill. Options A, C, and D are either insufficient, shift the focus, or represent a different form of reward rather than immediate pedagogical reinforcement.

Answer

A. Simply nod and proceed to the next question without comment.

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C. Ask another student if they agree with the answer provided.

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D. Record the student's name for a participation bonus at the end of the class.

Question 10

Stefan-Boltzmann law: power radiated per unit area by black body is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

σT⁴ — P/A = σT⁴. σ = 5.67 × 10⁻⁸ W/m²K⁴.‌​‍

Answer

σT²

Answer

σT

Answer

σT³

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #722