HSA Mixed Practice Test #390

Question 1

A command by SC/HC to produce a person illegally detained before the court:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Habeas Corpus — Habeas Corpus ('to have the body') protects against unlawful detention.‌​‍

Answer

Certiorari

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Quo Warranto

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Mandamus

Question 2

Theyyam is performed in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

North Kerala (Malabar) — Theyyam — ritual art form of North Malabar (Kannur, Kasaragod).‌​‍

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South Kerala

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Central Kerala

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All Kerala

Question 3

Which Kerala art form was recognised by UNESCO as 'Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity'?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Koodiyattam — Koodiyattam was proclaimed in 2001; it is the world's oldest surviving Sanskrit theatre.‌​‍

Answer

Ottamthullal

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Kathakali

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Padayani

Question 4

Chambal is a tributary of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Yamuna — Originates in MP.‌​‍

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Ganga

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Narmada

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Godavari

Question 5

Which of the following is the PRIMARY responsibility of the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) in Kerala under the Department of General Education?

Accepted Answer

B. Designing the curriculum and syllabus for school education in the state — SCERT's primary role is to develop curriculum frameworks, syllabi, and instructional materials for school education in Kerala. Option A is a function of the Department of Education, Option C is handled by agencies like KEA, and Option D is not a core SCERT responsibility.

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A. Implementing the Right to Education (RTE) Act at the state level

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C. Conducting entrance examinations for higher education institutions

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D. Monitoring the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 at the district level

Question 6

Normal BP:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

120/80 — 120/80 mmHg.‌​‍

Answer

80/120

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140/90

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100/60

Question 7

Which of the following classroom management techniques is most effective in promoting student engagement and minimizing disruptive behavior during a discussion-based lesson?

Accepted Answer

C. Establishing clear expectations and routines for discussion participation — Establishing clear expectations and routines (Option C) fosters a structured yet inclusive environment where students know what is expected of them, reducing uncertainty and disruptive behavior. Strict policies (Option A) can stifle engagement, while random calling (Option B) may increase anxiety without ensuring equal participation. Unstructured freedom (Option D) often leads to off-topic discussions and loss of focus.

Answer

A. Implementing a strict no-talking policy throughout the class

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B. Using random calling to ensure all students participate equally

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D. Allowing students to choose their own discussion topics without guidance

Question 8

How many chambers does the human heart have?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

4 — The human heart has 4 chambers — 2 atria (upper chambers) and 2 ventricles (lower chambers).‌​‍

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2

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3

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5

Question 9

As per 2011 Census, India's tribal population is approximately:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

8.6% — Scheduled Tribes formed 8.6% of India's population in 2011.‌​‍

Answer

6.2%

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12.3%

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4.5%

Question 10

Which organ stores bile produced by the liver?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Gallbladder — The Gallbladder stores bile produced by the Liver. ‌​‍Bile is released into the small intestine to help digest fats.

Answer

Spleen

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Stomach

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Pancreas

HSA Mixed Practice Test #390