HSA Mixed Practice Test #948

Question 1

Longest river in India:

Accepted Answer

Ganga — Ganga — 2,525 km within India.

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Godavari

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Brahmaputra

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Yamuna

Question 2

Which of the following polymers is commonly used in the production of non-stick cookware coatings due to its high thermal stability and low surface energy?

Accepted Answer

B. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) — Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is the polymer used in non-stick coatings like Teflon due to its exceptional thermal stability (withstands temperatures up to 260°C) and very low coefficient of friction, making it ideal for cookware. Polyethylene has poor thermal stability, PVC degrades at high temperatures, and polypropylene lacks the necessary low surface energy for non-stick properties.

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A. Polyethylene

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C. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

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D. Polypropylene

Question 3

Committee on Public Undertakings:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

22 (15 LS+7 RS) — 22 members — 15 LS + 7 RS.‌​‍

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30

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15

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12

Question 4

Synonym of ZEAL:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Enthusiasm — Zeal = great enthusiasm.‌​‍

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Laziness

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Fear

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Silence

Question 5

Which of the following is a key component of the 'Karunya Scheme' launched by the Kerala government?

Accepted Answer

B. Financial assistance for treatment of chronic illnesses like cancer, haemophilia, and kidney failure — The 'Karunya Scheme' specifically provides financial assistance for the treatment of chronic and life-threatening illnesses such as cancer, haemophilia, and kidney failure, targeting vulnerable populations. Option A is not exclusive to Karunya, while C and D are unrelated to the scheme's core objectives.

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A. Free distribution of essential medicines to all patients in government hospitals

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C. Subsidized health insurance for farmers

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D. Establishment of new medical colleges in rural areas

Question 6

Habitat destruction is the primary cause of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Biodiversity loss — Evil quartet: habitat loss and fragmentation, over-exploitation, alien species invasion, co-extinctions.‌​‍

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Ozone depletion

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Global warming only

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Pollution

Question 7

Peat soil location:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kuttanad, Sundarbans — Waterlogged organic-rich.‌​‍

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Himachal

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Thar

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Punjab

Question 8

Synonym of PRUDENT:

Accepted Answer

Wise — Careful, judicious.

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Reckless

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Foolish

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Careless

Question 9

Dickie Bird Plan proposed by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mountbatten — Mountbatten's initial plan — Balkanised India. Rejected.‌​‍

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Wavell

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Attlee

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Cripps

Question 10

O. Chandu Menon — English translation:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Both — Both true — translated by Dumergue.‌​‍

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None

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Indulekha translated

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By W. Dumergue

HSA Mixed Practice Test #948