KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #343

Question 1

The Punnapra-Vayalar Uprising (1946) in Travancore was a pivotal event distinct from other freedom struggles. Which of the following best describes its core character and immediate triggers?

Accepted Answer

C. An armed insurrection, primarily led by the Communist Party, against the autocratic rule of Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer and his 'American Model' constitution, fueled by severe socio-economic grievances. — The Punnapra-Vayalar Uprising was an armed revolt predominantly led by the Communist Party against the oppressive rule of Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer, particularly his proposal for an 'Independent Travancore' with an 'American Model' constitution, which was perceived as anti-democratic. The uprising was deeply rooted in the severe socio-economic distress of workers and peasants in the Alappuzha region, making it distinct from purely nationalist or social reform movements. Options A, B, and D misrepresent the leadership, nature, and primary objectives of the uprising.

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A. A demand for complete independence from British rule, initiated by the Travancore State Congress.

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B. A large-scale peasant revolt against feudal landlords, similar to the Malabar Rebellion, but without political leadership.

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D. A non-violent civil disobedience movement aimed at achieving temple entry rights for lower castes, following the Vaikom Satyagraha model.

Question 2

Kerala cabinet Chief Secretary (top bureaucrat):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

IAS officer — Senior-most IAS officer of state.‌​‍

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Elected

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Political

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Judge

Question 3

The process of adding H₂ to unsaturated oils to convert them to solid fats is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Hydrogenation — Vegetable oils + H₂ (Ni catalyst) → saturated fats (vanaspati, margarine).‌​‍

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Esterification

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Saponification

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Polymerisation

Question 4

The Anti-Arrack Movement of the 1990s emerged in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Nellore, Andhra Pradesh — Anti-Arrack Movement began in Nellore district and spread across Andhra.‌​‍

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Lucknow, UP

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Chandigarh, Punjab

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Pune, Maharashtra

Question 5

Which principle of NCFTE 2009 emphasizes the integration of theory and practice in teacher education?

Accepted Answer

B. Experiential Learning — NCFTE 2009 advocates for experiential learning as a core principle, where teacher education integrates theory with practical classroom experiences to enhance professional competence.

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A. Constructivism

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C. Reflective Practice

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D. Interdisciplinary Approach

Question 6

Synonym of DELETERIOUS:‌​‍

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Harmful — Causing harm.‌​‍

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Beneficial

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Neutral

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Useless

Question 7

Latest Constitutional Amendment (2024 range):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

106th — 106th Amendment (2023) — Women's Reservation.‌​‍

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104th

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105th

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107th

Question 8

Din-i-Ilahi was founded by:‌​‍

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Akbar — Akbar founded Din-i-Ilahi (Divine Faith) in 1582, attempting to synthesise elements from Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Zoroastrianism, and Jainism.‌​‍

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Babur

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Shah Jahan

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Aurangzeb

Question 9

Second longest river in Kerala:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bharathapuzha — Bharathapuzha (Nila) — 209 km, second longest.‌​‍

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Muvattupuzha

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Pamba

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Chaliyar

Question 10

'The sun rises in the east.' This is an example of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Simple present (universal truth) — Habitual/universal facts use simple present.‌​‍

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Present continuous

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Past simple

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Future

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #343