HSA Mixed Practice Test #127

Question 1

Which of the following awards is presented by the Government of Kerala to recognize excellence in the field of Ayurveda?

Accepted Answer

B. Vaidya Ratnam Award — The Vaidya Ratnam Award is specifically conferred by the Government of Kerala to honor outstanding contributions in Ayurveda. Dr. Syamala Kumari Award is related to women's contributions in literature, Sree Chithira Tirunal Award is for social work, and Mahakavi Vallathol Award is for Malayalam poetry.

Answer

A. Dr. Syamala Kumari Award

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C. Sree Chithira Tirunal Award

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D. Mahakavi Vallathol Award

Question 2

Which is the oldest mountain range in India?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Aravalli — Aravallis are among the oldest fold mountains on Earth.‌​‍

Answer

Eastern Ghats

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Western Ghats

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Himalayas

Question 3

Maximum period a proclamation of emergency by the President can remain in force without parliamentary approval:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Six months — Art. ‌​‍352(4): must be approved within one month; approved proclamation lasts 6 months.

Answer

Two months from issue

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Four months

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One year

Question 4

'A pair of shoes ___ missing':‌​‍

Accepted Answer

is — 'A pair' is singular.‌​‍

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are

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were

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have

Question 5

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC)?

Accepted Answer

Article 338 — Article 338 of the Indian Constitution deals with the National Commission for Scheduled Castes.

Answer

Article 338A

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Article 338B

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Article 324

Question 6

The inclusion of provisions for 'Equal Justice and Free Legal Aid' (Article 39A) in the Constitution of India primarily reflects the state's commitment to achieving which of the following?

Accepted Answer

C. Implementing a Directive Principle of State Policy to secure social and economic justice. — Article 39A is explicitly categorized under Directive Principles of State Policy (Part IV). Its primary purpose is to secure social and economic justice by ensuring that no citizen is denied justice merely due to economic or other disabilities. While it indirectly supports the ideals of the Preamble, its direct classification and intent fall under DPSP, and it is not directly related to freedom of speech or citizen's fundamental duties.

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A. Enhancing the Fundamental Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression.

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B. Fulfilling the ideals of liberty and equality enshrined in the Preamble.

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D. Strengthening the Fundamental Duties of citizens to uphold the Constitution.

Question 7

When selecting a new set of digital teaching aids for a school, which of the following criteria should be given the LEAST priority if the primary goal is to enhance fundamental subject understanding across various disciplines?

Accepted Answer

D. The aids' ability to replace the teacher's direct instruction entirely. — Effective digital teaching aids are designed to supplement and enrich the teacher's instruction, not to replace it entirely, as the human element in teaching remains crucial for guidance, motivation, and personalized feedback. While curriculum alignment, user-friendliness, and cost are vital considerations, aiming for complete teacher replacement is not a sound pedagogical goal.

Answer

A. Alignment with curriculum standards and learning objectives.

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B. User-friendliness and accessibility for both teachers and students.

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C. Cost-effectiveness and long-term maintenance requirements.

Question 8

Black soil is found in ___ district of Kerala.‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Palakkad — Black soil patches exist in Chittur taluk of Palakkad.‌​‍

Answer

Kannur

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Wayanad

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Kollam

Question 9

Liquid non-metal:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bromine — Bromine. Only non-metal liquid at room temp.‌​‍

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Mercury

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Iodine

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Phosphorus

Question 10

The Fourth Buddhist Council was held during the reign of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kanishka — The 4th Buddhist Council was held in Kashmir during Kanishka's reign. ‌​‍Buddhism split into Mahayana and Hinayana.

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Ashoka

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Harsha

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Chandragupta II

HSA Mixed Practice Test #127