KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #262

Question 1

Age of Consent Act:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1891 — 1891 — age raised from 10 to 12.‌​‍

Answer

1860

Answer

1872

Answer

1929

Question 2

A high school teacher observes that a student excels in solving mathematical problems and composing music but struggles with interpersonal skills. According to Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, which component of intelligence is likely most developed in this student?

Accepted Answer

B. Creative intelligence — Sternberg's Triarchic Theory divides intelligence into analytical (problem-solving), creative (innovation), and practical (adaptation to real-world contexts). The student's strengths in math and music align with creative intelligence, as both require novel approaches and artistic expression. Analytical intelligence would focus on logical reasoning alone, practical intelligence on real-world application, and emotional intelligence on social/emotional competencies.

Answer

A. Analytical intelligence

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C. Practical intelligence

Answer

D. Emotional intelligence

Question 3

The National Health Policy 2017 advocates for Universal Health Coverage and aims to achieve health and wellness for all. In this context, what is the policy's stance on the role of Ayush systems?

Accepted Answer

D. To mainstream and integrate Ayush systems into comprehensive primary healthcare, promoting pluralism and informed choice. — The National Health Policy 2017 strongly advocates for mainstreaming and integrating Ayush systems into the national healthcare delivery framework, especially at the primary care level. This approach promotes pluralism and offers informed choice to the public, aligning with the goal of achieving comprehensive health and wellness for all citizens, rather than restricting or phasing them out.

Answer

A. To phase out Ayush systems from public health delivery due to lack of evidence.

Answer

B. To restrict Ayush systems solely to traditional healing practices without scientific integration.

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C. To promote selective integration of Ayush with modern medicine, particularly for chronic diseases.

Question 4

The new capital city being developed in Indonesia:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Nusantara — Indonesia is building its new capital Nusantara on East Kalimantan (Borneo).‌​‍

Answer

Jakarta

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Bali

Answer

Surabaya

Question 5

Normal human body temperature is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

37°C — Normal body temperature ≈ 37°C (98.6°F).‌​‍

Answer

36°C

Answer

38°C

Answer

39°C

Question 6

Plate boundaries types:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Divergent, convergent, transform — Three main types.‌​‍

Answer

Five

Answer

Only two

Answer

Four

Question 7

The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2026 was defeated in Lok Sabha because it failed to secure:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Two-thirds majority of members present and voting — The 131st Amendment Bill to increase Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 850 got 298 votes for and 230 against (total 528 present). ‌​‍Needed 352 (two-thirds) but fell short by 54 votes. Major setback for delimitation push.

Answer

Simple majority

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Absolute majority

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Three-fourths majority

Question 8

Lithology studies:

Accepted Answer

Rocks and strata — Rock types: igneous (magma), sedimentary (deposition), metamorphic (heat/pressure). Rock cycle interconverts.

Answer

Life

Answer

Climate

Answer

Water

Question 9

Harappan seals usually made of:

Accepted Answer

Steatite — Steatite (soapstone) with unicorn motif common.

Answer

Gold

Answer

Silver

Answer

Bronze

Question 10

Highest mountain Europe:

Accepted Answer

Elbrus — Mt. Elbrus (5,642m).

Answer

Mont Blanc

Answer

Matterhorn

Answer

Etna

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #262