Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #386

Question 1

'Warli Painting' is a tribal art form from which region?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Maharashtra/Gujarat — Warli is a tribal painting tradition of the Warli people in North Maharashtra and Gujarat border.‌​‍

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Odisha

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Jharkhand

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Kerala

Question 2

The Punnapra-Vayalar Uprising (1946) holds a distinct place in Kerala's freedom struggle narrative. Unlike many other contemporary movements primarily targeting British colonial rule, this uprising had a specific internal focus. What was its central demand or trigger?

Accepted Answer

C. Opposition to Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer's 'American Model' constitutional reforms, which was seen as an attempt to perpetuate autocratic rule and prevent Travancore's democratization and integration with independent India. — The Punnapra-Vayalar Uprising was primarily a revolt against the autocratic rule of Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer in Travancore and his proposed 'American Model' constitution. This model was perceived as a move to retain power for the Dewan, prevent democratic reforms, and potentially keep Travancore independent from the impending Indian Union. While economic distress was a contributing factor, the core trigger was political opposition to the Dewan's constitutional proposals. Options A, B, and D either state incorrect primary objectives or misattribute the target of the rebellion.

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A. The demand for the formation of a separate linguistic state of Kerala, uniting all Malayalam-speaking regions.

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B. A direct armed rebellion against the British resident's authority in Travancore, aiming to establish a provisional independent government.

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D. A protest against the imposition of wartime taxes and food rationing by the Travancore state, without any broader political objectives.

Question 3

In Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE), which component is primarily designed to assess co-scholastic areas like life skills and attitudes?

Accepted Answer

C. Participation in sports, arts, and social activities. — CCE evaluates both scholastic and co-scholastic aspects. While pen-and-paper tests (A) and written exams (D) assess academic performance, co-scholastic areas like life skills are primarily measured through participatory activities such as sports and arts (C). Projects (B) may cover some skills but are more subject-specific.

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A. Pen-and-paper tests conducted monthly.

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B. Projects and assignments in core subjects.

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D. Periodic written examinations for promotion.

Question 4

The Bharathapuzha, often referred to as 'Nila', is Kerala's second-longest river and holds immense cultural significance. However, it faces severe ecological challenges, particularly a drastic reduction in water flow during the dry season. Which of the following human-induced factors is most directly responsible for exacerbating the dry season water scarcity and the associated increase in sand mining pressures in the river?

Accepted Answer

C. Excessive and unregulated sand mining from the riverbed, leading to deepening, loss of groundwater recharge, and lowering of the water table. — Excessive and unregulated sand mining is directly responsible for exacerbating dry season water scarcity in the Bharathapuzha. The removal of sand deepens the riverbed, detaching it from the surrounding water table, thereby reducing groundwater recharge and lowering the water table. This makes the river appear dry even when there is subsurface flow. While check dams (A) and deforestation (D) contribute to overall water stress, and pollution (B) affects water quality, sand mining directly impacts the river's physical structure and its ability to retain water during lean periods, making it the m

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A. Construction of numerous check dams and barrages for irrigation in its upper reaches across both Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

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B. Uncontrolled discharge of industrial and domestic waste into the river, leading to severe pollution.

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D. Significant deforestation in the catchment area, reducing the capacity for water retention and percolation.

Question 5

Which of the following are characteristics of a company?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Limited liability of shareholders, separate legal entity, perpetual succession — Common seal. ‌​‍Can sue and be sued. Companies Act 2013. ‌​‍Salomon v Salomon established separate entity principle.

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Unregulated

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Only one owner

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No liability

Question 6

KSRTC founded:‌​‍

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1965 — 1965.‌​‍

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1980

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1970

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1958

Question 7

Kerala's first Lok Sabha election:‌​‍

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1952 — 1952 — before Kerala formation; earlier Travancore-Cochin.‌​‍

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1967

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1957

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1962

Question 8

Synonym of HIATUS:

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Gap — Pause or gap.

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Continuation

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Plenty

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Flow

Question 9

Furosemide, a commonly used loop diuretic, primarily exerts its diuretic effect by inhibiting the reabsorption of sodium and chloride in which part of the nephron?

Accepted Answer

C. Ascending limb of the loop of Henle — Furosemide, a potent loop diuretic, acts by inhibiting the Na+/K+/2Cl- cotransporter in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle. This action prevents the reabsorption of these ions, leading to increased excretion of water, sodium, and chloride.

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A. Proximal convoluted tubule

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B. Distal convoluted tubule

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D. Collecting duct

Question 10

Coefficient of x² in (1+x)⁵:‌​‍

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10 — Binomial theorem: 5C2 = 10. (1+x)ⁿ = ΣnCr·xr.‌​‍

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1

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20

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5

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #386