Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #168

Question 1

Mannathu Padmanabhan:‌​‍

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NSS founder — Social reformer.‌​‍

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Politician

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Poet

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Priest

Question 2

TIME Person of the Year 2024:‌​‍

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Donald Trump — Donald Trump — 2024.‌​‍

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Musk

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Biden

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Taylor Swift

Question 3

Find the error: 'He is more taller than his brother.'‌​‍

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more taller — Double comparative. Correct: 'He is taller than his brother.'‌​‍

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brother

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than his

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He is

Question 4

Thommankuthu Falls:‌​‍

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Idukki — Seven-step falls Idukki.‌​‍

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Pathanamthitta

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Kottayam

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Ernakulam

Question 5

Which of the following statements about the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is INCORRECT?

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B. Permanent members of the UNSC can veto any substantive resolution, including procedural ones. — Permanent members of the UNSC can veto substantive resolutions but not procedural ones (e.g., agenda-setting). The veto power is limited to substantive matters, making option B the incorrect statement.

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A. The UNSC has 15 member states, including 5 permanent members with veto power.

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C. The UNSC can authorize the use of force under Chapter VII of the UN Charter.

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D. Non-permanent members of the UNSC are elected by the UN General Assembly for two-year terms.

Question 6

A rapidly developing urban area in Kerala is grappling with escalating levels of air pollution, primarily from vehicular emissions and industrial activities, leading to public health concerns and environmental degradation. Which of the following integrated strategies would be most effective and sustainable for long-term air quality improvement?

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C. Promoting significant investment in electric vehicle infrastructure and public transport, enforcing stringent emission standards for both vehicles and industries, and facilitating the transition to cleaner energy sources. — Option C offers the most comprehensive and sustainable long-term solution by addressing the root causes of air pollution through technological advancements (electric vehicles, cleaner energy), infrastructure development (public transport), and robust regulatory enforcement. Option A is a partial and temporary measure, and relocating industries only shifts the problem. Option B treats symptoms rather than causes and is neither sustainable nor cost-effective. Option D is crucial for public health but does not directly mitigate the sources of pollution.

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A. Implementing a strict 'odd-even' road rationing scheme for private vehicles and relocating all major polluting industries to designated industrial zones outside the city limits.

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B. Focusing exclusively on establishing large-scale air purification towers in public spaces and providing free respiratory masks to all residents.

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D. Initiating mass awareness campaigns on the health impacts of air pollution and establishing more health clinics to treat pollution-related illnesses.

Question 7

Antonym of WASTE:‌​‍

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Save — Waste ↔ save.‌​‍

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Discard

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Spend

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Throw

Question 8

Synonym of ENERVATE:‌​‍

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Weaken — Weaken.‌​‍

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Strengthen

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Help

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Excite

Question 9

World AIDS Day:‌​‍

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1 Dec — 1 December.‌​‍

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1 Nov

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10 Dec

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24 Oct

Question 10

India's only silver at Paris 2024:‌​‍

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Neeraj Chopra (javelin) — Neeraj Chopra silver in javelin at Paris 2024.‌​‍

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Aman Sehrawat

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Manu Bhaker

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PV Sindhu

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #168