Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #144

Question 1

New Delhi Declaration Indian leadership:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

PM Modi — Led by PM Modi.‌​‍

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FM

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President

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EAM

Question 2

A citizen in a rural area of Kerala wishes to appeal against a decision made by the Grama Panchayat regarding a building permit, citing procedural irregularities and alleged malpractices. Within the established administrative and grievance redressal structure of Kerala's local self-government, to which of the following specialized authorities should this appeal primarily be directed for an impartial review and inquiry?

Accepted Answer

C. Ombudsman for Local Self Government Institutions — The Ombudsman for Local Self Government Institutions in Kerala is a statutory body specifically constituted to inquire into allegations of maladministration, corruption, and irregularities in local self-government bodies, including Grama Panchayats. This body provides an independent and impartial mechanism for citizens to seek redress against decisions or actions of LSGIs. While the District Collector and BDO have administrative roles, they are not the primary appellate authorities for such specific grievances against panchayat decisions.

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A. District Collector

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B. Block Development Officer (BDO)

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D. Secretary, Local Self Government Department

Question 3

National Anthem duration:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

52 seconds — Full version 52 seconds.‌​‍

Answer

48 seconds

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60 seconds

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55 seconds

Question 4

Venus is the ___ planet:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Hottest — Hottest due to greenhouse effect.‌​‍

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Smallest

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Largest

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Coldest

Question 5

Father is 30 years older than son. In 5 years, father is twice son's age. Son's present age:

Accepted Answer

25 — Let son = x. Father = x+30. After 5: x+35 = 2(x+5). x+35 = 2x+10. x = 25.

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20

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30

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35

Question 6

George Herbert Mead founded:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Symbolic Interactionism — G. ‌​‍H. Mead's 'Mind, Self, and Society' (1934) — self develops through symbolic interaction via language and gesture. ‌​‍'I' (creative) + 'me' (social).

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Conflict theory

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Structuralism

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Functionalism

Question 7

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by the agricultural economy in Kerala, contributing to its declining share in the state's GSDP?

Accepted Answer

B. Fragmented landholdings and high labor costs — Fragmented landholdings and high labor costs are critical issues in Kerala's agriculture, hindering mechanization and productivity. While cash crops are significant, their over-reliance is more a symptom than the primary challenge. Excessive subsidies and corporate dominance are not primary concerns in Kerala's agricultural landscape.

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A. Over-reliance on cash crops like rubber and coconut

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C. Excessive government subsidies leading to inefficiencies

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D. Dominance of large corporate farms in the sector

Question 8

Synonym of VACILLATE:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Waver — Alternate between opinions.‌​‍

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Decide

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Act

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Commit

Question 9

Synonym of OPULENT:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Wealthy — Luxurious, rich.‌​‍

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Empty

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Plain

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Poor

Question 10

'Poke your nose into something' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

To interfere in others' matters — 'Poke your nose' means to try to discover or interfere in things that do not concern you.‌​‍

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To be suspicious

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To face danger bravely

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To show cowardice

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #144