Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #636

Question 1

The Arthashastra was written by:‌​‍

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Kautilya (Chanakya) — Arthashastra: comprehensive treatise on statecraft, economy, warfare. ‌​‍Rediscovered 1905 by R. Shamasastry. ‌​‍Compared with Machiavelli's 'The Prince.'

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Panini

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Manu

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Patanjali

Question 2

The 'Kerala Sastra Puraskaram' is awarded by the Government of Kerala to recognize excellence in which field?

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B. Science and Technology — The Kerala Sastra Puraskaram is given for outstanding contributions in the field of Science and Technology. It is not related to sports, arts, or social service, though these fields have separate awards.

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A. Sports

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C. Arts and Culture

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D. Social Service

Question 3

Highest civilian award in India:‌​‍

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Bharat Ratna — Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award.‌​‍

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Padma Vibhushan

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Padma Bhushan

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Padma Shri

Question 4

Which government health insurance scheme was launched in 2018?‌​‍

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Ayushman Bharat – PM Jan Arogya Yojana — Ayushman Bharat – PMJAY was launched on 23 September 2018 with ₹5 lakh family cover.‌​‍

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PM Suraksha Bima Yojana

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Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana

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PM Swasthya Suraksha Yojana

Question 5

The concept of 'Due Process of Law' is from:‌​‍

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USA — 'Due Process of Law' = American concept. ‌​‍India uses 'Procedure Established by Law' (from Japan).

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UK

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France

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Ireland

Question 6

Under NEP 2020, the new pedagogical structure replaces the 10+2 system with which of the following?

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A. 5+3+3+4 — NEP 2020 introduces a 5+3+3+4 pedagogical structure, covering Foundational (5 years), Preparatory (3 years), Middle (3 years), and Secondary (4 years) stages to align with developmental needs.

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B. 4+3+3+5

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C. 3+4+4+3

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D. 6+4+2+4

Question 7

Which endocrine gland is responsible for regulating metabolism, energy levels, and body temperature?

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C. Thyroid gland — The thyroid gland produces hormones (T3 and T4) that are crucial for regulating the body's metabolic rate, influencing energy levels, body temperature, and growth. The adrenal glands produce stress hormones, the pancreas regulates blood sugar, and the pituitary gland is the 'master gland' controlling many other endocrine glands but not directly metabolism as its primary role.

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A. Adrenal gland

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B. Pancreas

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D. Pituitary gland

Question 8

Synonym of SERENDIPITY:‌​‍

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Fortunate accident — Lucky chance discovery.‌​‍

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Planning

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Misfortune

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Intent

Question 9

A newborn baby at 1 minute of life has a heart rate of 98 bpm, a weak cry, some flexion of extremities, a pink body with blue extremities, and responds with a grimace to stimulation. What is the APGAR score for this infant?

Accepted Answer

A. 5 — The APGAR score is calculated based on five parameters. For this infant: Appearance (pink body, blue extremities/acrocyanosis) = 1 point; Pulse (HR 98 bpm) = 1 point; Grimace (grimace to stimulation) = 1 point; Activity (some flexion of extremities) = 1 point; Respiration (weak cry) = 1 point. Summing these points gives a total APGAR score of 5.

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B. 6

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C. 7

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D. 8

Question 10

A teacher notices students becoming restless and losing focus during a long lecture. To regain attention and manage the classroom effectively, what immediate strategy should the teacher employ?

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D. Incorporate a short, interactive activity or a movement break. — When students become restless, incorporating a short, interactive activity or a movement break can effectively re-energize them and refocus their attention. This proactive adjustment prevents further disengagement and helps maintain a positive learning environment without resorting to negative or disruptive interventions.

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A. Continue the lecture, assuming students will eventually refocus.

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B. Assign individual written tasks to quiet them down.

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C. Publicly scold the most restless student to set an example.

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #636