Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #169

Question 1

M. Krishnan Nair:‌​‍

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Kerala's popular literary columnist — Sahitya Varaphalam columnist.‌​‍

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Actor

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Politician

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Scientist

Question 2

The river on which Idukki Dam is built:‌​‍

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Periyar — Idukki Dam is on the Periyar River in Idukki district. ‌​‍It is one of the highest arch dams in Asia.

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Pamba

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Chaliyar

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Bharathapuzha

Question 3

As per the NEP 2020 and subsequent SCERT Kerala guidelines, which of the following best describes the proposed structure for secondary education (Grades 9-12) in the state?

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B. A multidisciplinary curriculum with flexible subject combinations, including vocational courses and internships — NEP 2020 recommends a flexible, multidisciplinary approach for Grades 9-12, allowing students to choose subjects across streams and include vocational courses. Option A is incorrect as the policy emphasizes flexibility; Option C misrepresents the system as stream-specific with no commonality; Option D is not part of Kerala’s implementation plan.

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A. A rigid 10+2 system with no flexibility in subject choices between science, commerce, and humanities

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C. Separate boards for science, commerce, and humanities streams with no common curriculum

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D. Compulsory residential education for all students in Grades 11-12 with military-style discipline

Question 4

NIT Calicut:‌​‍

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Old (1961) — Calicut REC → NIT Calicut.‌​‍

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Always NIT

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2010

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New

Question 5

Kerala Fisheries University:‌​‍

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2010 — KUFOS 2010, Panangad.‌​‍

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2005

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2015

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2000

Question 6

In which year was Ayya Vaikundar born in Swamithoppu?‌​‍

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1815 — Ayya Vaikundar was born in 1815 (some sources 1809; standard PSC: 1815).‌​‍

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1850

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1809

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1875

Question 7

Antonym of DARK:‌​‍

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Light — Dark ↔ light.‌​‍

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Shadow

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Black

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Dim

Question 8

sin²+cos²:

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1 — Identity=1.

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0

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2

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-1

Question 9

In the context of democratic decentralisation in Kerala, which of the following best describes the most distinctive feature of the People's Plan Campaign (PPC) launched in 1996?

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B. Direct and extensive participation of ordinary citizens, through Gram Sabhas and Ward Sabhas, in identifying local needs and formulating development plans. — The People's Plan Campaign (PPC) in Kerala was revolutionary for its emphasis on direct citizen participation. Its most distinctive feature was the active involvement of ordinary citizens, through Gram Sabhas and Ward Sabhas, in identifying local needs and formulating development plans, thereby democratizing the planning process from the grassroots. While financial devolution (Option A) was a crucial enabling factor, it was the participatory planning process that truly defined the uniqueness of the PPC. Option C describes institutional reforms mandated by constitutional amendments, not the spe

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A. The mandatory reservation of 40% of the state's plan funds for local self-government institutions (LSGIs).

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C. The establishment of independent State Election Commissions and State Finance Commissions to oversee local body elections and finances.

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D. The complete autonomy granted to LSGIs in revenue generation and allocation without state government oversight.

Question 10

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which type of motivation is most closely associated with a student's desire to engage in self-reflection and personal growth?

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D. Self-actualization needs (e.g., fulfilling potential) — Maslow's self-actualization level involves striving to fulfill one's potential, which aligns with intrinsic motivation for personal growth. Extrinsic motivation (Option A) and esteem needs (Option C) focus on external rewards or recognition, while safety needs (Option B) are lower on the hierarchy.

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A. Extrinsic motivation (e.g., rewards or grades)

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B. Safety needs (e.g., secure environment)

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C. Esteem needs (e.g., recognition and achievement)

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #169