HSA Mixed Practice Test #443

Question 1

Pinaka is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Multi-barrel rocket launcher — DRDO Pinaka MBRL.‌​‍

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Tank

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Missile

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Aircraft

Question 2

One word: Highest point:

Accepted Answer

Both A and C — Both.

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Zenith

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Nadir

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Apex

Question 3

A large industrial unit is found to be discharging untreated effluents into a river, leading to severe water pollution and endangering the local ecosystem and human health. Which of the following is the most direct and potent action the Central Government can take *specifically* under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, to address this immediate environmental degradation?

Accepted Answer

A. Issue directions for the closure of the industrial unit or for the stoppage/regulation of its electricity, water, or other services. — Option A is correct because Section 5 of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, specifically empowers the Central Government to issue directions, including those for the closure of any industry, operation, or process, or for the stoppage or regulation of supply of electricity, water, or any other service. This provision allows for immediate and decisive action against environmental polluters. Options B, C, and D describe actions under different acts or are less direct/immediate responses to the pollution source itself under the EPA, 1986.

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B. File a criminal complaint against the factory management under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, through the State Pollution Control Board.

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C. Constitute an expert committee to assess the long-term ecological damage and recommend rehabilitation measures for the affected area.

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D. Declare the river stretch as a 'Protected Area' under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, thereby prohibiting further industrial activities.

Question 4

What does a wide base in a population pyramid imply?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

High birth rate (developing countries) — India: youthful pyramid but narrowing. ‌​‍Japan: inverted (ageing). USA: rectangular (stable).

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Stable

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Declining

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Ageing

Question 5

Operation Meghdoot:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Siachen 1984 — Indian Army capture of Siachen.‌​‍

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Kargil

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Bangladesh

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Blue Star

Question 6

Plaster of Paris is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

CaSO₄·½H₂O — Plaster of Paris = Calcium Sulphate Hemihydrate (CaSO₄·½H₂O). ‌​‍Used in casts and moulds.

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CaCO₃

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Ca(OH)₂

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CaO

Question 7

Mullaperiyar height:

Accepted Answer

53.66m — ~53.66 m.

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70m

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100m

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30m

Question 8

Tethys Sea:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ancient sea between Gondwana-Laurasia — Closed during Himalayan uplift.‌​‍

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Modern lake

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Pacific

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Arctic

Question 9

Under the 'Aarogyakiranam' scheme of Kerala, which category of patients is primarily eligible for financial assistance for organ transplant surgeries?

Accepted Answer

C. Families with an annual income below Rs. 2,00,000 — The 'Aarogyakiranam' scheme focuses on providing financial assistance for organ transplant surgeries to families with an annual income below Rs. 2,00,000, ensuring affordability for economically weaker sections. Options A and B are partially correct but do not cover the full eligibility criteria, while D is incorrect as the scheme is not universal.

Answer

A. Below Poverty Line (BPL) families

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B. Senior citizens above 65 years

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D. All Kerala residents irrespective of income

Question 10

Litmus is extracted from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Lichens — Natural litmus indicator is extracted from lichens.‌​‍

Answer

Marigold

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Hibiscus

Answer

Roses

HSA Mixed Practice Test #443