Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #454

Question 1

Kerala's first Deputy CM:

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R. Sankar — R. Sankar — first Deputy CM (1960-62).

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E.M.S.

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C.H. Mohammed Koya

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K.R. Gowri

Question 2

The 'Kerala Model of Development' is often cited for its unique approach. Which of the following statements most accurately describes its primary distinguishing characteristic?

Accepted Answer

B. Achieving impressive social development indicators like literacy and life expectancy, primarily through extensive public sector provisioning in health and education, even with relatively moderate economic growth. — The Kerala Model is uniquely characterized by its success in achieving high human development indicators, such as literacy, life expectancy, and low infant mortality rates, primarily through significant public investment in social sectors like health and education. This was accomplished despite historically moderate economic growth, distinguishing it from models that prioritize economic growth first. Distractors describe approaches contrary to or not central to the core uniqueness of the Kerala Model.

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A. Attaining high levels of economic growth through rapid industrialization while maintaining strong environmental regulations.

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C. Relying heavily on foreign aid and international grants to fund its social welfare programs and infrastructure development.

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D. Implementing a purely market-driven approach to social welfare, encouraging private investment to meet public needs efficiently.

Question 3

The Syrian Catholic Church at Kanjur is associated in history with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sakthan Thampuran — The Syrian Catholic Church at Kanjur is historically associated with Sakthan Thampuran's era of Kochi.‌​‍

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Marthanda Varma

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Sri Vallabha Kotha

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Sthanu Ravi

Question 4

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 places a strong emphasis on multilingualism and the power of language. Which of the following best reflects NEP 2020's stance on the medium of instruction, particularly in the foundational stages?

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B. Wherever possible, the medium of instruction till at least Grade 5, but preferably till Grade 8 and beyond, will be the home language/mother-tongue/local language/regional language. — NEP 2020 strongly advocates for using the home language/mother-tongue/local language/regional language as the medium of instruction, especially in the Foundational Stage and preferably up to Grade 8, as it promotes better learning outcomes. Options A, C, and D contradict this central tenet of NEP 2020, which prioritizes multilingualism and learning in one's mother tongue for cognitive development.

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A. English should be the sole medium of instruction from the Foundational Stage to ensure global competitiveness.

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C. Sanskrit must be the primary medium of instruction across all stages of school education due to its cultural significance.

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D. Students must choose one of the three official languages of India as their medium of instruction from Grade 1.

Question 5

One word: Contrast by placing opposites:‌​‍

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Antithesis — Antithesis.‌​‍

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Paradox

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Oxymoron

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Metaphor

Question 6

Which musical instrument is used in Sopana Sangeetham?‌​‍

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Idakka — The hourglass drum 'Idakka' accompanies Sopana Sangeetham in Kerala temples.‌​‍

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Thudi

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Chenda

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Veena

Question 7

Kerala PSC chair by:‌​‍

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Governor — Governor appoints State PSC.‌​‍

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CM

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President

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State Cabinet

Question 8

To ensure safe drinking water in areas where municipal treatment is unreliable, which simple household method is most effective in inactivating a wide range of microbial pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, and protozoa?

Accepted Answer

C. Boiling — Boiling water vigorously for at least one minute is a highly effective method to kill or inactivate most disease-causing bacteria, viruses, and protozoa, making the water safe for consumption. Filtering through cloth only removes larger particles, storing doesn't disinfect, and adding salt is not a purification method.

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A. Filtering through cloth

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B. Storing in a cool, dark place

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D. Adding salt

Question 9

Statue of Unity height:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

182 metres — 182m, world's tallest statue, of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Gujarat.‌​‍

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150 metres

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200 metres

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210 metres

Question 10

Synonym of LITHE:

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Flexible — Graceful and flexible.

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Stiff

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Rigid

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Heavy

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #454