KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #1032

Question 1

A significant need has been identified to develop new pedagogical approaches and instructional materials for teaching environmental science to upper primary students in Kerala, aligning with contemporary learning theories. Which autonomous state-level institution is primarily mandated to undertake *research, curriculum development, and preparation of textbooks and teacher handbooks* for such initiatives?

Accepted Answer

C. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) — The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) is the apex academic body in Kerala responsible for curriculum development, syllabus framing, textbook preparation, and research in school education. DPI handles administration, SSK (Samagra Shiksha Kerala, which subsumes SSA) focuses on program implementation, and NCERT operates at the national level.

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A. Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI)

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B. Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK)

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D. National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)

Question 2

Human evolution — first hominid with larger brain:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Homo habilis ('handy man') — ~2.5-1.5 mya. ‌​‍First tool maker. Brain ~650 cc. ‌​‍H. erectus: ~900 cc, first to migrate out of Africa, fire use.

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Australopithecus

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Neanderthal

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Homo erectus

Question 3

Symbol of Iron:

Accepted Answer

Fe — Fe (Ferrum).

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Ir

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In

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I

Question 4

Synonym of MERETRICIOUS:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Showy/false — Apparently attractive but having no real value.‌​‍

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Modest

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Truthful

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Genuine

Question 5

A postpartum mother is breastfeeding her newborn and asks for dietary advice to improve lactation. Which nutrient is most critical for enhancing breast milk production?

Accepted Answer

D. Water — While adequate hydration and nutrients like iron and vitamin C are important, galactagogues (e.g., fenugreek, blessed thistle) have been traditionally used to stimulate milk production. Water supports lactation but is not the primary nutrient for milk synthesis.

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A. Vitamin C

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B. Iron

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C. Galactagogues like fenugreek

Question 6

Hepatic portal vein carries blood from:

Accepted Answer

Digestive organs to liver — Unique system between two capillary beds. Nutrients processed by liver before reaching systemic circulation.

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Lungs to heart

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Liver to heart

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Kidney to heart

Question 7

What is the tenure of the Attorney General of India?

Accepted Answer

During the pleasure of the President — The Attorney General of India holds office during the pleasure of the President.

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Fixed term of 5 years

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Fixed term of 6 years

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During the pleasure of the Prime Minister

Question 8

Vice President is ex-officio:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Chairman of Rajya Sabha — VP is ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha.‌​‍

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Speaker

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CAG

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AG

Question 9

The Industrial Revolution began in the late 18th century in:

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Britain — Britain led with textiles (Lancashire), steam power (Watt), iron (Darby).

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France

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Germany

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USA

Question 10

The 'burst of monsoon' typically occurs in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Early June — The SW monsoon advances rapidly in early June, first hitting Kerala around 1 June.‌​‍

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August

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April

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September

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #1032