Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #739

Question 1

The Attingal Revolt of 1721 is notable as:

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The first organised popular uprising against the British in India — The 1721 Attingal Revolt saw locals attack and kill a 140-strong British contingent led by Gifford.

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The first tribal revolt in Kerala

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The first sepoy mutiny

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A revolt against the Portuguese

Question 2

Jahangir's wife who effectively ruled was:‌​‍

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Nur Jahan — Nur Jahan wielded significant political power during Jahangir's reign. ‌​‍She is considered one of the most powerful women in Mughal history.

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Mumtaz Mahal

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Hamida Banu

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Jodha Bai

Question 3

UNSCR 1325 (2000) is associated with:

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Women, Peace and Security Agenda — UN Security Council Resolution 1325 addresses the impact of war on women and their role in peace-building.

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Climate change

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Trade liberalisation

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Nuclear non-proliferation

Question 4

The birthplace of the Human Relations Theory in administration is:‌​‍

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The Hawthorne Plant of Western Electric Company — Elton Mayo's Hawthorne Studies (1924–32) at Western Electric gave birth to the school.‌​‍

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Bell Labs

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Toyota Motor Corporation

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NASA

Question 5

Kathakali originated in:‌​‍

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Kerala — Classical dance-drama from Kerala.‌​‍

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Tamil Nadu

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Karnataka

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AP

Question 6

A significant recommendation of NEP 2020 concerning language in education is the promotion of multilingualism. Which of the following statements accurately reflects NEP 2020's stance on the medium of instruction, especially in the Foundational Stage?

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B. Instruction should preferably be in the home language/mother tongue/local language until at least Grade 5, and preferably till Grade 8 and beyond. — NEP 2020 strongly advocates for instruction in the home language/mother tongue/local language wherever possible, at least until Grade 5, and preferably till Grade 8 and beyond, to enhance learning outcomes and cognitive development. Options A, C, and D contradict this emphasis on multilingualism and the use of local languages as the medium of instruction.

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A. English must be the sole medium of instruction from Grade 1 onwards.

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C. Sanskrit should be the compulsory medium of instruction across all stages of school education.

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D. Students should be taught only in one language throughout their school journey to avoid confusion.

Question 7

Consumer Protection Act of India:‌​‍

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1986, revised 2019 — Six consumer rights: safety, information, choice, redressal, consumer education, be heard. ‌​‍2019 Act adds e-commerce, product liability.

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1991

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2015

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1947

Question 8

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine is awarded annually for outstanding discoveries in the field of life sciences and medicine. According to Alfred Nobel's will, what is the primary criterion for selecting laureates in this category?

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C. The discovery must have conferred the greatest benefit on humankind. — Alfred Nobel's will explicitly states that the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine should be awarded for discoveries that have 'conferred the greatest benefit on humankind.' Other criteria like geographical origin, specific medical subfields, or the laureate's active clinical practice are not primary considerations for the selection process.

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A. The discovery must have originated from a specific research institution or country.

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B. The award is given only for advancements in surgical techniques or drug development.

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D. Laureates must be actively practicing clinicians at the time of the award.

Question 9

Kerala Rajya Sabha seats:

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9 — 9 Rajya Sabha members.

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7

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11

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13

Question 10

Cube of side 4 painted, cut into 1cm cubes. Exactly 2-painted cubes:

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24 — 12 edges × 2 middle cubes = 24.

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12

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32

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36

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #739