Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #274

Question 1

Complex number i² =

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-1 — i = √-1. i³=-i, i⁴=1. Period 4 in powers.

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0

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1

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√-1

Question 2

Antonym of ROUGH:‌​‍

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Smooth — Rough ↔ smooth.‌​‍

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Rugged

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Harsh

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Coarse

Question 3

AIIMS Kerala:‌​‍

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Kottayam (approved) — Approved for Kottayam (under development).‌​‍

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Kochi

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Planned

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TVM

Question 4

Thomas Isaac known for:

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Economist-politician — Former Finance Minister of Kerala.

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Actor

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Musician

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Judge

Question 5

In a classroom where ICT tools like smartboards and educational software are regularly used, what is the primary shift in the teacher's role?

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B. Transitioning to a facilitator and guide for learning. — With ICT providing access to vast information and interactive tools, the teacher's role evolves from a primary content deliverer to a facilitator, mentor, and guide. They help students navigate digital resources, critically evaluate information, and apply their learning effectively, fostering deeper understanding.

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A. Becoming solely a content provider.

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C. Minimizing interaction with students.

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D. Focusing mainly on technical troubleshooting of devices.

Question 6

I have been living here ___ 2010.‌​‍

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since — 'Since' is used with a specific point in time (2010). ‌​‍'For' is used with a duration (e.g., 'for 14 years'). Both require Perfect Continuous tense.

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for

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from

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by

Question 7

Kerala's coir industry, a significant traditional sector, faces challenges related to outdated technology and market competition. Which of the following government initiatives specifically focuses on modernizing coir processing units, promoting technological upgrades, and enhancing product diversification to improve the competitiveness and sustainability of the industry?

Accepted Answer

B. Rejuvenation, Modernisation, and Technology Upgradation (REMOT) Scheme — The Rejuvenation, Modernisation, and Technology Upgradation (REMOT) Scheme is a central sector scheme specifically designed to support the coir industry by providing financial assistance for modernizing production units, upgrading technology, and promoting diversification into value-added products. This directly addresses the challenges faced by the traditional coir sector in Kerala. The other options pertain to rural employment (MGNREGA), fisheries (PMMSY), or bamboo (NBM), and are not directly focused on coir industry modernization.

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A. Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)

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C. Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY)

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D. National Bamboo Mission (NBM)

Question 8

The Battle of Colachel (1741) was fought between Travancore under Marthandavarma and which European power?

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Dutch — Marthandavarma defeated the Dutch at Colachel — the first battle where a European power lost to an Indian ruler.

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Portuguese

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French

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British

Question 9

Antonym of MAJOR:

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Minor — Major ↔ minor.

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Important

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Main

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Key

Question 10

Idiom 'rain cats and dogs':‌​‍

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Heavy rain — Rain very heavily.‌​‍

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Animals falling

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Light drizzle

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Storm

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #274