Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #492

Question 1

Ashtamudi Lake shape:

Accepted Answer

Octopus-like (8 arms) — Ashtamudi = 'Eight braids' — 8-pointed shape.

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Star

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Circular

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Linear

Question 2

Which of the following is the primary mineral nutrient responsible for the green color of leaves and a key component of chlorophyll?

Accepted Answer

B. Magnesium — Magnesium is the central atom in the chlorophyll molecule, making it essential for photosynthesis and leaf greenness. Iron is involved in chlorophyll synthesis but not as a structural component. Calcium and potassium have roles in cell wall structure and enzyme activation, respectively, but are not directly linked to chlorophyll's green pigment.

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A. Iron

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C. Calcium

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D. Potassium

Question 3

A invests ₹5000 for 12 months, B ₹8000 for 6 months. Profit ratio:‌​‍

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5:4 — 5000×12 : 8000×6 = 60000 : 48000 = 5:4.‌​‍

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5:8

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10:8

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1:1

Question 4

Kerala's HDI ranking among Indian states is:‌​‍

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1st — Kerala traditionally ranks 1st (highest) in HDI among Indian states.‌​‍

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2nd

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3rd

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5th

Question 5

'Dominant caste' concept was also by:‌​‍

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Srinivas — Dominant caste: numerically preponderant + economically prosperous + politically powerful in a village. ‌​‍Not necessarily upper caste in ritual hierarchy.

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Ghurye

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Ambedkar

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Gandhi

Question 6

KSRTC fleet strength (approx):‌​‍

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6,000+ buses — Around 6,000-6,500.‌​‍

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2,000

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1,000

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10,000+

Question 7

One word: Life story by self:‌​‍

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Autobiography — Autobiography.‌​‍

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Journal

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Memoir

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Biography

Question 8

Synonym of REPLETE:‌​‍

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Full — Filled up.‌​‍

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Half

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Partial

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Empty

Question 9

The socio-religious reform movements in Kerala played a crucial role in challenging patriarchal norms and enhancing women's status. Among the following initiatives, which one stands out as having the most transformative and long-term impact on empowering women across different communities?

Accepted Answer

C. Establishing and promoting educational institutions specifically for girls and advocating for their universal schooling. — Promoting universal access to education for girls was the most transformative step, as education is fundamental to women's autonomy, economic independence, and ability to challenge traditional patriarchal structures. While campaigning against specific social evils (like 'Marumakkathayam' which was specific to certain communities) or advocating for political participation were important, these often followed or were enabled by a foundational shift in women's educational opportunities. Encouraging leadership within reform organizations, though valuable, did not have the broad, systemic impact on

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A. The active campaigning against social evils like 'Marumakkathayam' and 'Sambandham' in certain communities.

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B. Advocating for the right of women to participate in public discourse and political assemblies.

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D. Encouraging women's leadership roles within the reform organizations themselves.

Question 10

Largest producer of banana:

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India — India.

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Philippines

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Ecuador

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Brazil

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #492