Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #189

Question 1

India hosted the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 final at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ahmedabad (Narendra Modi Stadium) — The 2023 Cricket World Cup final was held at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.‌​‍

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Mumbai (Wankhede)

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Delhi (Arun Jaitley Stadium)

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Kolkata (Eden Gardens)

Question 2

Synonym of INDOLENT:

Accepted Answer

Lazy — Wanting to avoid activity.

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Active

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Energetic

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Busy

Question 3

BrahMos missile is a joint venture with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Russia — India-Russia joint venture. Supersonic cruise missile.‌​‍

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USA

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France

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Israel

Question 4

'Indelible' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cannot be removed or forgotten — Indelible: impossible to erase; often used of ink or memories.‌​‍

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Unclear

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Invisible

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Easily erased

Question 5

Regarding removal of untouchability in Kerala, which is INCORRECT?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

C. Krishnan championed against untouchability through Desabhimani — C. ‌​‍Krishnan championed against untouchability through 'Mitavadi', not Desabhimani.

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Mannath Padmanabhan organised Savarna Jatha

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K. Kelappan led Vaikom Satyagraha

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T.K. Madhavan was a dynamic leader against untouchability

Question 6

A secondary school teacher in Kerala is looking for professional development opportunities focused on integrating Information and Communication Technology (ICT) tools into classroom teaching, managing smart classroom equipment, and accessing digital learning resources provided by the state. Which of the following government agencies or initiatives is primarily responsible for providing such training and support to teachers in Kerala's public education system?

Accepted Answer

C. Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) — Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) is the state agency primarily responsible for providing ICT training to teachers, managing IT infrastructure in schools, and developing digital learning resources. While SCERT focuses on curriculum development and academic research, and DGE manages the administration of schools, KITE specifically handles the technological training and support for teachers in public schools. The Literacy Mission Authority focuses on adult literacy programs.

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A. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)

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B. Kerala State Literacy Mission Authority

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D. Directorate of General Education (DGE)

Question 7

What is the primary function of the diaphragm in the human respiratory system?

Accepted Answer

D. To contract and relax, causing inhalation and exhalation — The diaphragm is the primary muscle of respiration. When it contracts, it flattens, increasing the volume of the thoracic cavity and causing inhalation. When it relaxes, it moves upwards, decreasing the volume and causing exhalation. Filtering air occurs in the upper respiratory tract, gas exchange in alveoli, and breathing rate is regulated by the brainstem.

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A. To filter inhaled air

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B. To facilitate gas exchange in the alveoli

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C. To regulate the rate of breathing

Question 8

Iguazu Falls between:

Accepted Answer

Argentina-Brazil — Argentina-Brazil border.

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Brazil-Paraguay

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Peru-Chile

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Colombia-Venezuela

Question 9

Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, read in conjunction with the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, what is the extended age range for free and compulsory education for children with specified disabilities?

Accepted Answer

C. 6 to 18 years — The RTE Act, 2009, guarantees free and compulsory education for all children aged 6 to 14 years. However, the RPwD Act, 2016, extends this age limit for children with specified disabilities, ensuring their right to free and compulsory education from 6 to 18 years, recognizing their unique educational needs and developmental timelines.

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A. 3 to 14 years

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B. 6 to 14 years

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D. 3 to 18 years

Question 10

Vizhinjam International Seaport is being developed in which district?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Thiruvananthapuram — Vizhinjam International Seaport, India's first deep-water transshipment port, is being built in Thiruvananthapuram.‌​‍

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Alappuzha

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Kollam

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Ernakulam

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #189