DCOA Mixed Practice Test #776

Question 1

The Chairman of Reserve Bank (April 2016 context):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Raghuram Rajan — Raghuram Rajan was RBI Governor (Sep 2013 - Sep 2016).‌​‍

Answer

P. Sadasivam

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Arun Jaitley

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Y.V. Reddy

Question 2

?, 4, 9, 16, 25

Accepted Answer

1 — Squares starting from 1.

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2

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0

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3

Question 3

Charles Darwin's theory of evolution is based on:

Accepted Answer

Natural selection — Darwin's 'On the Origin of Species' (1859): species evolve via natural selection of heritable traits.

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Lamarckism

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Catastrophism

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Spontaneous generation

Question 4

A researcher consistently excels at critically evaluating complex data, identifying subtle patterns in scientific observations, and solving intricate theoretical problems in their field. According to Robert Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, these strengths primarily reflect which aspect of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

C. Analytical intelligence — Sternberg's Analytical (Componential) intelligence is characterized by the ability to analyze, judge, evaluate, compare, and contrast information. The researcher's skills in critically evaluating data, identifying patterns, and solving theoretical problems are core components of analytical intelligence. Practical intelligence involves adapting to real-world contexts, while creative intelligence deals with handling novelty. Fluid intelligence is a concept from Cattell, not Sternberg's Triarchic theory.

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A. Practical intelligence

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B. Creative intelligence

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D. Fluid intelligence

Question 5

The National Games of India play a significant role in the country's sports landscape. From the perspective of national sports development objectives, what is the most profound impact a state can achieve by consistently performing well and investing in its sports ecosystem, as reflected through participation in events like the National Games?

Accepted Answer

C. It cultivates a robust sports culture, identifies grassroots talent, and strengthens the pipeline for national and international representation, thereby contributing to India's overall sporting prowess. — Consistent strong performance and investment in sports, as demonstrated in events like the National Games, most profoundly contribute to national sports development by fostering a robust sports culture. This enables the identification and nurturing of talent from the grassroots, strengthening the overall pool of athletes for national and international competitions. While other options might represent partial benefits, they do not encompass the comprehensive long-term objective of building India's overall sporting prowess.

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A. It guarantees a direct increase in the state's share of central government sports funding for the subsequent fiscal year.

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B. It primarily enhances the state's reputation, attracting private sector sponsorships for individual athletes.

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D. It ensures that the state will be prioritized to host the next edition of the National Games, promoting local infrastructure development.

Question 6

Apple India manufacturing:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

iPhone 15, 16 assembled — Latest iPhones.‌​‍

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None

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Only 14

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Only older

Question 7

OMR exam introduction:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Yes — Most written exams are OMR.‌​‍

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Only some

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Partial

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No

Question 8

The speed of light is approximately:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

3 × 10⁸ m/s — The speed of light in vacuum is approximately 3 × 10⁸ metres per second (about 300,000 km/s).‌​‍

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3 × 10¹⁰ m/s

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3 × 10⁶ m/s

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3 × 10⁴ m/s

Question 9

Who acts as President when both the President and Vice-President offices are vacant?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

CJI — CJI (Presidential Discharge of Functions Act 1969).‌​‍

Answer

Both (scheme)

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Speaker

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Senior Minister

Question 10

A school principal in a government high school in Kozhikode district observes a decline in academic performance and seeks guidance on improving instructional practices and ensuring adherence to educational standards. Which of the following officers is primarily responsible for the academic supervision and administrative oversight of high schools at the district level?

Accepted Answer

B. District Educational Officer (DEO) — The District Educational Officer (DEO) is the primary authority at the district level responsible for the academic supervision, administration, and financial control of high schools and higher secondary schools. The Assistant Educational Officer (AEO) primarily oversees primary and upper primary schools. The Deputy Director of Education (DDE) is a higher district-level officer who oversees the DEOs and AEOs, but the DEO is directly responsible for high schools. A Block Project Officer is generally associated with specific project implementations, not general academic oversight.

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A. Assistant Educational Officer (AEO)

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C. Deputy Director of Education (DDE)

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D. Block Project Officer (BPO)

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #776