HSA Mixed Practice Test #884

Question 1

The Ezhuthachan Puraskaram is Kerala's highest literary honour. Which of the following statements accurately describes a key aspect of this prestigious award?

Accepted Answer

B. The award money currently stands at ₹5,00,000, along with a citation and a plaque. — The Ezhuthachan Puraskaram, constituted by the Government of Kerala, is the highest literary honour for contributions specifically to Malayalam literature, not all Indian languages. The award money was increased to ₹5,00,000 in 2020. While it was instituted in 1993, the first recipient was Suranad Kunjan Pillai, making option D incorrect.

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A. It is awarded for contributions to Indian literature across all languages, similar to the Jnanpith Award.

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C. The recipient is selected by a panel constituted by the Government of India's Ministry of Culture.

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D. It was first instituted in 1993, with M.T. Vasudevan Nair being the inaugural recipient.

Question 2

VP's oath administered by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

President — President of India.‌​‍

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CJI

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PM

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Speaker

Question 3

Mahajanapadas number:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

16 — 16 Mahajanapadas.‌​‍

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14

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18

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12

Question 4

Kerala's Folk Dances:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Thiruvathira, Kaikottikkali, Oppana, Margamkali, Duffmuttu — Several folk forms.‌​‍

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Two

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Only one

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Three

Question 5

Only active volcano:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Barren Island — Barren Island (Andaman).‌​‍

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Lakshadweep

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Great Nicobar

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Little Andaman

Question 6

Kerala Chief Electoral Commissioner:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Statutory SEC — State Election Commissioner.‌​‍

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Only judicial

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Unified

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CEC

Question 7

Which of the following is a strong acid?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

HCl — HCl, HNO₃, H₂SO₄, HBr, HI, HClO₄ are strong acids — fully ionise.‌​‍

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CH₃COOH

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H₃PO₄

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H₂CO₃

Question 8

Edamalayar dam:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ernakulam — On Periyar's tributary.‌​‍

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Palakkad

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Kottayam

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Idukki

Question 9

Education was moved to Concurrent List by which amendment?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

42nd (1976) — 42nd Amendment shifted Education, Forests, Weights & Measures, Wildlife, Administration of Justice from State to Concurrent List.‌​‍

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44th (1978)

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86th (2002)

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73rd (1992)

Question 10

Sree Narayana Guru's profound declaration 'Oru Jaathi, Oru Matham, Oru Daivam Manushyanu' (One Caste, One Religion, One God for Man) was not merely a spiritual dictum but a revolutionary social reform. Which of the following best describes the core practical implication of this philosophy in the context of early 20th-century Kerala society?

Accepted Answer

B. It sought to dismantle the hierarchical caste system by asserting the fundamental spiritual unity and equality of all human beings, thereby challenging social discrimination. — Sree Narayana Guru's declaration 'One Caste, One Religion, One God for Man' directly challenged the prevailing caste hierarchy and untouchability by asserting the inherent spiritual unity and equality of all individuals. This philosophy provided a strong intellectual and moral foundation for social movements aimed at eradicating discrimination and promoting universal brotherhood, rather than just religious consolidation or individual enlightenment. Options A, C, and D misinterpret the primary social reform objective of the Guru's teaching.

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A. It primarily promoted inter-religious dialogue and conversion to a new, universal religion transcending traditional faiths.

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C. It advocated for the establishment of a unified religious institution under the Guru's leadership to consolidate Hindu beliefs.

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D. It emphasized the importance of individual spiritual enlightenment and detachment from worldly affairs as the sole path to societal harmony.

HSA Mixed Practice Test #884