HSA Mixed Practice Test #919

Question 1

NEP 2020 emphasizes the need for continuous professional development (CPD) for teachers. SCERT Kerala has also initiated various programs aligning with this. Which of the following is a key characteristic of the CPD modules envisioned by NEP for teachers, aiming to enhance their pedagogical skills?

Accepted Answer

B. A minimum of 50 hours of CPD per teacher per year, focusing on areas like experiential learning, ICT, and inclusive education. — NEP 2020 mandates a minimum of 50 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) per teacher per year, with a focus on areas such as experiential learning, art-integrated learning, ICT, and inclusive education. This is aimed at keeping teachers updated with new pedagogies and subject content. Options A, C, and D describe scenarios that do not align with the comprehensive and continuous nature of CPD as outlined in NEP.

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A. Mandatory annual training of exactly 10 hours focused solely on administrative tasks.

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C. One-time certification program at the beginning of their career, with no further training required.

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D. Optional workshops offered only during summer vacations, without any specific learning outcomes.

Question 2

Kerala Ombudsman for local bodies:

Accepted Answer

Existed under Act 1999 — Kerala Local Fund Audit Act and Ombudsman.

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Not yet

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Private

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No

Question 3

In light of Kerala's globally recognized Responsible Tourism (RT) Mission, which of the following best describes the primary objective of this initiative?

Accepted Answer

B. To integrate local communities, protect the environment, and ensure economic benefits reach the grassroots level through tourism activities. — Kerala's Responsible Tourism Mission focuses on sustainable and inclusive tourism, ensuring that local communities, their culture, and the environment are protected while economic benefits are distributed equitably at the grassroots. It is not solely about luxury tourism or large-scale infrastructure without ecological consideration, nor about the privatization of assets.

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A. To solely promote luxury tourism and attract high-net-worth visitors to the state.

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C. To privatize all government-owned tourism assets for increased efficiency and profit generation.

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D. To develop new large-scale tourism infrastructure projects without considering their ecological impact.

Question 4

She said, 'I will come tomorrow.' Indirect:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

She said she would come the next day — will → would, tomorrow → the next day.‌​‍

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She said she will come the next day

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She said she would come tomorrow

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She said she will come tomorrow

Question 5

Antonym of DRY:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Wet — Dry ↔ wet.‌​‍

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Thirsty

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Arid

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Parched

Question 6

Synonym of LATENT:

Accepted Answer

Hidden — Hidden, potential.

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Active

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Obvious

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Public

Question 7

The Temple Entry Proclamation of Travancore was issued in which year?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1936 — The Temple Entry Proclamation was issued on 12 November 1936 by Maharaja Chithira Thirunal of Travancore, opening all temples to all Hindus.‌​‍

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1924

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1932

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1940

Question 8

Normal body temperature:

Accepted Answer

37°C — 37°C (98.6°F) is normal human body temperature.

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36°C

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38°C

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39°C

Question 9

The Cripps Mission came to India in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1942 — Sir Stafford Cripps came in March 1942 offering Dominion Status. ‌​‍Gandhi called it a 'post-dated cheque on a crashing bank'.

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1940

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1944

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1946

Question 10

Which is the smallest national park in Kerala?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pampadum Chola — Pampadum Shola NP — smallest (1.318 sq km) in Kerala.‌​‍

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Eravikulam

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Mathikettan Chola

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Anamudi Chola

HSA Mixed Practice Test #919