KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #257

Question 1

Where is Kerala Coconut Research Station situated?

Accepted Answer

Kayamkulam — Regional Coconut Research Station, Kayamkulam (under CPCRI).

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Sadanandapuram

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Mannuthi

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Vellayani

Question 2

A:B = 2:3, B:C = 4:5. A:C:

Accepted Answer

8:15 — A:B:C = 8:12:15. A:C = 8:15.

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2:5

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6:15

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4:5

Question 3

Lowest rainfall:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Jaisalmer — Thar region.‌​‍

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Bangalore

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Hyderabad

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Delhi

Question 4

The three economic sectors are:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Primary, Secondary, Tertiary — Primary (resource extraction), Secondary (manufacturing), Tertiary (services).‌​‍

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Agriculture, Industry, Trade

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Public, Private, Cooperative

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Rural, Urban, Suburban

Question 5

In a classroom where ICT tools like smartboards and educational software are regularly used, what is the primary shift in the teacher's role?

Accepted Answer

B. Transitioning to a facilitator and guide for learning. — With ICT providing access to vast information and interactive tools, the teacher's role evolves from a primary content deliverer to a facilitator, mentor, and guide. They help students navigate digital resources, critically evaluate information, and apply their learning effectively, fostering deeper understanding.

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A. Becoming solely a content provider.

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C. Minimizing interaction with students.

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D. Focusing mainly on technical troubleshooting of devices.

Question 6

pH of blood is tightly regulated at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

7.35-7.45 — Blood pH is slightly alkaline; tight homeostasis is life-critical.‌​‍

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1.5-2.0

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5.5-6.0

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8.0-9.0

Question 7

Synonym of RANCOR:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bitterness — Bitter resentment.‌​‍

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Peace

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Love

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Joy

Question 8

First Chief Minister of Kerala (after state formation on 1 Nov 1956):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

E.M.S. Namboodiripad — E.M.S. ‌​‍Namboodiripad (CPI, 5 Apr 1957 – 31 Jul 1959) was Kerala's first CM after the state was formed on 1 November 1956. Pattom A. ‌​‍Thanu Pillai was CM of Travancore-Cochin (pre-Kerala) and later became Kerala's 3rd CM (1960–1962).

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Pattom A. Thanu Pillai

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R. Sankar

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C. Achutha Menon

Question 9

Scurvy prevention:

Accepted Answer

Vitamin C (citrus) — Citrus fruits.

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Iron

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Iodine

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Protein

Question 10

Planning Commission set up in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1950 — 15 March 1950. Non-constitutional body.‌​‍

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1947

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1951

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1955

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #257