KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #245

Question 1

Who said 'Swaraj is my birthright':‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Tilak — Bal Gangadhar Tilak.‌​‍

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Gandhi

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Bose

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Jawaharlal Nehru

Question 2

The procedure of amendment of the Constitution (Article 368) is borrowed from:

Accepted Answer

South Africa — Amendment procedure was inspired by South Africa; some features from other constitutions too.

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Australia

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USA

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Japan

Question 3

Kudumbashree, Kerala's women empowerment programme, was launched in:

Accepted Answer

1998 — Kudumbashree was launched in 1998 as a community-based poverty eradication programme for women.

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1991

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2001

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2005

Question 4

Dr. Palpu submitted the Ezhava Memorial in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1896 — The Ezhava Memorial (1896) was a petition to the Travancore ruler demanding the right of Ezhavas to enter government service.‌​‍

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1891

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1903

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1910

Question 5

The Tundra climate is also known as the:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Polar/Arctic Climate — Tundra = Polar/Arctic climate — short summers, very long winters.‌​‍

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Mediterranean Climate

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Monsoon Climate

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Equatorial Climate

Question 6

Most local anesthetics contain a tertiary amine group. This specific functional group is critical for which aspect of their mechanism of action?

Accepted Answer

B. Allowing the drug to exist in an ionized form that can bind to intracellular sodium channels. — The tertiary amine group in local anesthetics allows them to be protonated (ionized) at physiological pH. While the uncharged form crosses the neuronal membrane, the intracellular charged form is essential for binding to the voltage-gated sodium channels from the inside, thereby blocking nerve impulse transmission. The amide linkage, not the tertiary amine, is responsible for resistance to esterase metabolism, and the overall structure is designed for membrane penetration.

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A. Increasing the overall lipophilicity of the drug molecule.

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C. Preventing their metabolism by plasma esterases or hepatic enzymes.

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D. Enhancing the drug's ability to remain in the extracellular space.

Question 7

A student correctly identifies the main difference between renewable and non-renewable resources during a microteaching session. To effectively apply the 'Reinforcement Skill', the teacher should:

Accepted Answer

B. Say, 'Excellent! That's a very clear explanation. Can you give an example of each?' — The 'Reinforcement Skill' involves providing immediate and appropriate feedback to students for their responses. Option B provides positive verbal reinforcement ('Excellent!', 'very clear explanation') and encourages further engagement, which is an effective application of the skill. Options A, C, and D are either insufficient, shift the focus, or represent a different form of reward rather than immediate pedagogical reinforcement.

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A. Simply nod and proceed to the next question without comment.

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C. Ask another student if they agree with the answer provided.

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D. Record the student's name for a participation bonus at the end of the class.

Question 8

The Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) is a flagship health scheme aimed at providing health coverage to vulnerable sections of society. Which of the following statements best describes a unique feature or primary focus of PMJAY, distinct from other broader health initiatives?

Accepted Answer

B. It provides a health insurance cover of ₹5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization. — PMJAY primarily focuses on providing financial protection against catastrophic health expenditures by offering a health insurance cover of ₹5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization. Option A describes the Health and Wellness Centres component of Ayushman Bharat, which is distinct from PMJAY's hospitalization insurance. Options C and D are not accurate descriptions of PMJAY's scope or provisions.

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A. It primarily focuses on preventive and promotive health services through Health and Wellness Centres.

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C. It mandates universal health coverage for all citizens, irrespective of their socio-economic status.

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D. It offers free diagnostic tests and medicines at all government primary health centres nationwide.

Question 9

A teacher wants to assess students' understanding of a historical event using a digital tool that encourages collaboration and critical thinking. Which tool would be MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

B. Padlet or Miro for collaborative mind-mapping and discussion — Padlet or Miro allows students to collaboratively create mind maps, add multimedia resources, and engage in discussions, fostering critical thinking and teamwork. While Google Forms and WordPress lack real-time collaboration, pre-recorded lectures are passive and do not encourage interactive learning.

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A. Multiple-choice quiz on Google Forms

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C. A pre-recorded lecture on YouTube

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D. Individual blog posts on WordPress

Question 10

A school principal in a government high school in Kozhikode district observes a decline in academic performance and seeks guidance on improving instructional practices and ensuring adherence to educational standards. Which of the following officers is primarily responsible for the academic supervision and administrative oversight of high schools at the district level?

Accepted Answer

B. District Educational Officer (DEO) — The District Educational Officer (DEO) is the primary authority at the district level responsible for the academic supervision, administration, and financial control of high schools and higher secondary schools. The Assistant Educational Officer (AEO) primarily oversees primary and upper primary schools. The Deputy Director of Education (DDE) is a higher district-level officer who oversees the DEOs and AEOs, but the DEO is directly responsible for high schools. A Block Project Officer is generally associated with specific project implementations, not general academic oversight.

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A. Assistant Educational Officer (AEO)

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C. Deputy Director of Education (DDE)

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D. Block Project Officer (BPO)

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #245