KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #352

Question 1

FIFA World Cup 2022 winner:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Argentina — Argentina won — Messi's first WC.‌​‍

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France

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Brazil

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Germany

Question 2

Kerala's total rivers:

Accepted Answer

44 — 44 (41 west-flowing + 3 east-flowing).

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41

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50

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30

Question 3

Furosemide, a potent loop diuretic, primarily exerts its effect by inhibiting the reabsorption of which ions in the kidney?

Accepted Answer

B. Sodium and chloride in the ascending limb of the loop of Henle. — Furosemide acts by inhibiting the Na+/K+/2Cl- cotransporter in the thick ascending limb of the loop of Henle. This action prevents the reabsorption of these ions, leading to a significant increase in water and electrolyte excretion, characteristic of loop diuretics and their potent diuretic effect.

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A. Sodium and chloride in the proximal tubule.

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C. Potassium and hydrogen in the collecting duct.

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D. Bicarbonate in the distal convoluted tubule.

Question 4

Freedom of press is implicit in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Article 19(1)(a) — Freedom of press is not explicitly mentioned but is implied in Article 19(1)(a) — freedom of speech and expression.‌​‍

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Article 14

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Article 21

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Article 32

Question 5

Centripetal acceleration of uniform circular motion is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

v²/r directed inward — a_c = v²/r = ω²r, directed toward centre. ‌​‍Required to continuously change direction of velocity.

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vr

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ω²r²

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v/r

Question 6

Deepest port:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Vizag — Visakhapatnam (natural harbour).‌​‍

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Mumbai

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Chennai

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JNPT

Question 7

Among BRICS, SAARC, and ASEAN, each organization employs distinct strategies for regional and global engagement. Which of the following statements most accurately describes a fundamental aspect of ASEAN's unique approach to regional cooperation?

Accepted Answer

B. ASEAN emphasizes a policy of non-interference in internal affairs and consensus-based decision-making, fostering a unique 'ASEAN Way' that prioritizes regional stability and economic integration. — Option B correctly identifies the 'ASEAN Way', a unique approach characterized by non-interference in internal affairs and decision-making through consultation and consensus, which has been crucial for fostering regional stability and facilitating economic integration. Option A is incorrect as ASEAN does not prioritize military intervention or a common defense pact in that manner. Option C describes a broader role for developing nations, not specific to ASEAN's primary regional focus. Option D, while outlining economic goals, exaggerates the current level of integration (e.g., no single curren

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A. ASEAN primarily aims to establish a common defense pact and coordinate military interventions in member states facing internal conflicts.

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C. ASEAN's main objective is to serve as a forum for developing nations to collectively bargain against developed economies on trade and climate change issues.

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D. ASEAN's core strategy involves creating a fully integrated economic union with a single currency and free movement of capital, labor, and goods across all member states.

Question 8

The three branches of government identified by Montesquieu in 'Spirit of Laws' (1748) are:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Executive, Legislative, Judicial — Montesquieu articulated the separation of powers doctrine — inspired US Constitution and modern democracies.‌​‍

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Monarchy, Oligarchy, Democracy

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Federal, State, Local

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Civil, Criminal, Revenue

Question 9

Curd contains:

Accepted Answer

Lactic acid — Lactic acid — from fermentation.

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Citric acid

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Acetic acid

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Tartaric acid

Question 10

In an ICT-enabled classroom, which strategy would best promote collaborative learning among students?

Accepted Answer

C. Utilizing cloud-based tools like Google Docs for group projects — Google Docs enables real-time collaboration, allowing students to work together on documents, share ideas, and receive peer feedback, which directly supports collaborative learning. The other options are more individualistic or passive.

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A. Using individual tablets for self-paced exercises

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B. Implementing a flipped classroom model with pre-recorded lectures

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D. Assigning homework through an online assignment portal

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #352