HSA Mixed Practice Test #120

Question 1

Kerala's Gulf migration peak:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1970s-80s — Oil boom of 1970s drove migration.‌​‍

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2000s

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1990s

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2010s

Question 2

Which of the following measures is most effective in addressing the issue of structural unemployment in Kerala, particularly among educated youth?

Accepted Answer

B. Expanding vocational training programs aligned with industry demand and local economic sectors — Vocational training programs aligned with industry demand (Option B) directly address structural unemployment by equipping educated youth with skills that match market needs, unlike financial assistance (Option C) which provides temporary relief without skill enhancement. Caste-based quotas (Option A) may address representation but do not resolve skill mismatches, while encouraging migration (Option D) does not resolve unemployment within Kerala.

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A. Increasing the number of government job reservations through caste-based quotas

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C. Providing monthly financial assistance to unemployed graduates without skill development

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D. Encouraging migration of skilled workers to other states or countries without interventions

Question 3

Synonym of WARY:

Accepted Answer

Cautious — Cautious.

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Trusting

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Bold

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Naive

Question 4

Federation with strong Centre borrowed from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Canada — Federal system with strong Centre borrowed from Canada.‌​‍

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Australia

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USA

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Switzerland

Question 5

Directive Principles source:‌​‍

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Irish — Irish Constitution.‌​‍

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US

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French

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UK

Question 6

Kerala formed on:‌​‍

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1 Nov 1956 — Kerala state formed 1 November 1956.‌​‍

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15 Aug 1947

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1 Jan 1956

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26 Jan 1950

Question 7

Mohiniyattam is a dance form from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala — Mohiniyattam is a classical dance form from Kerala, performed by women. ‌​‍'Mohini' = enchantress.

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Tamil Nadu

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Karnataka

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Odisha

Question 8

Which type of bone cell is primarily responsible for breaking down bone tissue, a process essential for bone remodeling and calcium homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

C. Osteoclast — Osteoclasts are large, multinucleated cells that secrete acids and enzymes to resorb, or break down, bone tissue, releasing minerals into the blood. This process is crucial for bone remodeling, repair, and maintaining calcium homeostasis. Osteoblasts are responsible for bone formation, osteocytes maintain bone tissue, and chondrocytes are cells found in cartilage.

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A. Osteoblast

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B. Osteocyte

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D. Chondrocyte

Question 9

A victim at a public event suddenly collapses and is unresponsive, not breathing normally. After ensuring the scene is safe, what is the immediate next step in providing first aid for this adult?

Accepted Answer

C. Activate emergency medical services (EMS) and begin chest compressions. — For an unresponsive adult who is not breathing normally, the immediate priority is to activate emergency medical services (EMS) and then begin chest compressions, as this presentation strongly suggests cardiac arrest. Elevating legs is for shock, and searching for identification is secondary to life-saving measures. Current guidelines prioritize compressions over initial rescue breaths for lay rescuers.

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A. Elevate the victim's legs to improve blood flow to the brain.

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B. Administer two rescue breaths immediately.

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D. Search for a medical alert bracelet or identification.

Question 10

Art 356:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

President's Rule — State Emergency / President's Rule.‌​‍

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National Emergency

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Financial Emergency

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Amendment

HSA Mixed Practice Test #120