HSA Mixed Practice Test #92

Question 1

Curie temperature is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Temperature above which ferromagnet becomes paramagnet — Thermal agitation destroys domain alignment. For iron Tc ≈ 1043 K.‌​‍

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Absolute zero

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Boiling point

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Melting point

Question 2

Nalanda University, a great Buddhist learning centre of the Gupta and post-Gupta age, was located in present-day:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bihar — Nalanda, in present-day Bihar, flourished from the 5th to 12th centuries as a Mahavihara.‌​‍

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West Bengal

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Uttar Pradesh

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Odisha

Question 3

Largest UT by area:‌​‍

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Ladakh — Ladakh — largest Union Territory by area (59,146 sq km).‌​‍

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Delhi

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Andaman & Nicobar

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J&K

Question 4

Gupta Era started:

Accepted Answer

320 CE — Chandragupta I started it.

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300 CE

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375 CE

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400 CE

Question 5

Consider a situation where the Prime Minister of India decides to undertake a significant reshuffle of the Union Council of Ministers, involving changes in portfolios for several existing ministers and the induction of new ones. Which of the following statements accurately reflects the constitutional position regarding this action?

Accepted Answer

C. The Prime Minister possesses the prerogative to advise the President on the appointment, dismissal, and allocation of portfolios to ministers, reflecting the PM's central role in government formation and policy direction. — Article 75 of the Constitution states that ministers are appointed by the President on the advice of the Prime Minister, and they hold office during the pleasure of the President. This grants the Prime Minister significant discretion in forming and reshaping their Council of Ministers, including allocating and reallocating portfolios, without parliamentary approval or the individual consent of ministers. The President is bound by the PM's advice in these matters. The other options describe incorrect constitutional procedures or powers.

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A. The Prime Minister requires a vote of confidence from the Lok Sabha for any major cabinet reshuffle.

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B. The President has the sole discretionary power to approve or reject the Prime Minister's recommendations for ministerial appointments and portfolio allocations.

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D. Ministers whose portfolios are changed without their prior consent have a constitutional right to challenge the decision in the Supreme Court.

Question 6

Antonym of FAR:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Near — Far ↔ near.‌​‍

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Distant

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Remote

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Away

Question 7

'No sooner had he left ___ the phone rang':

Accepted Answer

than — No sooner...than.

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when

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then

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before

Question 8

The Slave Dynasty is also called:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mamluk Dynasty — The Slave Dynasty is also known as the Mamluk Dynasty (Mamluk = slave/owned).‌​‍

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Khilji Dynasty

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Tughlaq Dynasty

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Afghan Dynasty

Question 9

The Temple Entry Proclamation of 1936 by Maharaja Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma in Travancore was a pivotal moment in Kerala's social reform history. Beyond being a humanitarian act, what underlying factors and strategic considerations most significantly influenced its timing and implementation by the princely state?

Accepted Answer

C. The cumulative impact of prolonged agitations like the Vaikom and Guruvayoor Satyagrahas, Mahatma Gandhi's advocacy, and the broader nationalist movement's emphasis on social justice created immense pressure, prompting the state to act to preserve its legitimacy and project a progressive image. — The Temple Entry Proclamation was the culmination of decades of sustained social reform movements, most notably the Vaikom (1924-25) and Guruvayoor (1931-32) Satyagrahas. Mahatma Gandhi's active support and the growing influence of the Indian nationalist movement, which increasingly championed social justice, exerted immense pressure on the Travancore state. The Dewan, Sir C.P. Ramaswami Iyer, and the Maharaja recognized the need to address these deeply entrenched social inequalities to maintain the legitimacy of the princely rule and project a progressive image in the face of rising public di

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A. It was a direct response to the Quit India Movement's demands for social equality, which had gained significant traction within Travancore by the mid-1930s.

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B. The Travancore government, under the guidance of Sir C.P. Ramaswami Iyer, sought to preempt widespread communist uprisings by addressing social grievances before they escalated into political unrest.

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D. The proclamation was a result of direct intervention by the British Viceroy, who saw it as an opportunity to weaken the influence of conservative Hindu organizations in South India.

Question 10

Polymer used in non-stick coating:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Teflon (PTFE) — Teflon (Polytetrafluoroethylene) — non-stick, heat resistant.‌​‍

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Polythene

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Nylon

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PVC

HSA Mixed Practice Test #92