Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #95

Question 1

In many traditional societies, gender inequality can significantly impact women's health. Which of the following is a direct health consequence of gender inequality commonly observed in community health settings?

Accepted Answer

C. Higher prevalence of anemia and maternal mortality due to nutritional deficiencies and limited decision-making power. — Gender inequality often results in women having lower social status, limited access to education, nutritious food, and healthcare, and reduced autonomy in decision-making, which directly contributes to higher rates of anemia, malnutrition, and maternal mortality. Options A describes a related social outcome for men, not a direct health consequence for women. Options B and D are generally contrary to the health impacts of gender inequality.

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A. Higher rates of male literacy and economic independence.

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B. Increased access to quality healthcare for women due to specific programs.

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D. Reduced incidence of non-communicable diseases among women.

Question 2

Synonym of CRYPTIC:

Accepted Answer

Mysterious — Mysterious in meaning.

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Clear

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Simple

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Obvious

Question 3

Sum of roots of ax² + bx + c = 0:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

-b/a — Product of roots: c/a. Vieta's formulas.‌​‍

Answer

c/a

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-c/a

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b/a

Question 4

Mean of first n natural numbers:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

(n+1)/2 — Sum = n(n+1)/2; Mean = sum/n = (n+1)/2.‌​‍

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(n-1)/2

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n²/2

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n

Question 5

The Kerala Land Reforms (Amendment) Act gave permanent rights to tenants from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1 January 1970 — Kerala Land Reforms (Amendment) Act came into effect on 1 January 1970 abolishing the Janmi system.‌​‍

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18 April 1991

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1 November 1956

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1 January 1957

Question 6

Kalidasa's other famous play (besides Shakuntala) is:

Accepted Answer

Malavikagnimitram — Kalidasa's three plays: Malavikagnimitram, Vikramorvashiyam, Abhijnanashakuntalam.

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Mrichhakatika

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Mudrarakshasa

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Mahabharata

Question 7

A regional planner is tasked with identifying areas most susceptible to severe flooding during monsoon seasons in Kerala, while also considering regions prone to significant soil erosion and landslides. Which two physiographic regions would likely be prioritized for flood mitigation and landslide prevention measures, respectively?

Accepted Answer

C. Lowland for flooding, Highland for landslides. — The Lowland region, being flat, low-lying, and crisscrossed by numerous rivers and backwaters, is highly vulnerable to severe flooding, especially during heavy monsoons. In contrast, the Highland region, with its steep slopes, high rainfall, and often fragile geological formations, is most susceptible to significant soil erosion and landslides, necessitating targeted prevention measures. Midland and Coastal Plain have varying degrees of these issues but are not the primary zones for the 'most susceptible' criteria as described.

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A. Midland for flooding, Lowland for landslides.

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B. Highland for flooding, Coastal Plain for landslides.

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D. Coastal Plain for flooding, Midland for landslides.

Question 8

Anju Bobby George known for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Long jump — Long jump — bronze at 2003 World Athletics Championships.‌​‍

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Triple jump

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400m

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High jump

Question 9

Synonym of RESCIND:

Accepted Answer

Cancel — Revoke.

Answer

Confirm

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Approve

Answer

Extend

Question 10

A person who hates people is called a:

Accepted Answer

Misanthrope — Misanthrope = hater of humankind. Philanthropist = lover of humankind.

Answer

Philanthropist

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Pedestrian

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Polyglot

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #95