KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #361

Question 1

De Lannoy was:‌​‍

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Dutch captain captured at Colachel — Captured by Marthanda Varma. Later became military advisor to Travancore.‌​‍

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Portuguese admiral

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British governor

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French missionary

Question 2

China's National People's Congress chair:‌​‍

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Zhao Leji — Zhao Leji.‌​‍

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Li Qiang

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Others

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Xi

Question 3

Which of the following reformers is known for founding the 'Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham' to uplift the depressed classes in Kerala during the early 20th century?

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B. Ayyankali — Ayyankali founded the Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham in 1907 to address the social and educational upliftment of the depressed classes in Kerala. Chattampi Swamikal was a social reformer but not associated with this organisation. Vagbhatananda worked for the renaissance of Ezhava community but not through this sangham. K. Kelappan was a prominent Gandhian leader and not directly linked to this initiative.

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A. Chattampi Swamikal

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C. Vagbhatananda

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D. K. Kelappan

Question 4

Magnesium hydroxide, commonly known as milk of magnesia, is an effective antacid. Its mechanism of action primarily involves:

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C. Neutralizing excess stomach acid through a chemical reaction. — Magnesium hydroxide is a basic compound that directly reacts with hydrochloric acid in the stomach (HCl) to form water and magnesium chloride, thereby neutralizing the acid. Proton pump inhibitors inhibit proton pump activity, sucralfate forms a protective barrier, and H2 blockers reduce histamine stimulation.

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A. Inhibiting proton pump activity in gastric parietal cells.

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B. Forming a protective barrier over the stomach lining.

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D. Reducing histamine H2 receptor stimulation.

Question 5

Synonym of GAUDY:‌​‍

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Showy — Brightly ostentatious.‌​‍

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Plain

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Subtle

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Elegant

Question 6

Kerala's People's Plan Campaign (PPC) was a landmark initiative in decentralised governance. Among the following, what was its most distinctive and impactful contribution to local self-governance in the state?

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B. It institutionalised a process of participatory planning where Gram Sabhas and Ward Sabhas directly identified local needs, prioritised projects, and mobilised voluntary labour for implementation. — The People's Plan Campaign (PPC) in Kerala was revolutionary for its emphasis on genuine bottom-up participatory planning. It empowered Gram Sabhas and Ward Sabhas to directly engage in identifying local needs, formulating plans, and even mobilising resources, making it a unique model of democratic decentralisation. Options A, C, and D describe either incorrect aspects or general features not specific to the unique contribution of PPC in fostering grassroots participation and planning autonomy.

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A. It established a system where all state development funds were directly transferred to District Planning Committees, bypassing local bodies.

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C. It mandated that all elected representatives at the local level must possess a minimum educational qualification to ensure effective governance.

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D. It introduced a 'two-tier' panchayat system, replacing the existing three-tier structure to streamline administration and decision-making.

Question 7

Guruvayur Temple deity:

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Krishna (Guruvayurappan) — Lord Krishna as Guruvayurappan — Thrissur district.

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Shiva

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Rama

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Ayyappan

Question 8

The currency of Japan is:‌​‍

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Yen — Japan's currency is the Yen.‌​‍

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Yuan

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Won

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Ringgit

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of adverse selection?‌​‍

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Insurance: sicker people more likely to buy coverage, shrinking pool — Adverse selection: parties with worst risks (most likely to claim) are most likely to seek insurance. ‌​‍Fixed by risk pooling, mandatory coverage.

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Random

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Tax cuts

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Government spending

Question 10

Which provision of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009 ensures that no child is denied admission or expelled from school on grounds of disability?

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A. Section 12(1)(c) — Section 12(1)(c) of the RTE Act mandates that private unaided schools must admit at least 25% of their class strength from disadvantaged groups, including children with disabilities, ensuring inclusive education. The other sections do not directly address this provision.

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B. Section 21

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C. Section 3(2)

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D. Section 9

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #361