KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #648

Question 1

Marginal Propensity to Consume (MPC) is:

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Fraction of additional income that is consumed — MPC = ΔC/ΔY, between 0 and 1. Poor have higher MPC than rich. Multiplier = 1/(1-MPC) = 1/MPS.

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Total spending

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Savings rate

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Tax rate

Question 2

The Gandhi-Irwin Pact was signed in:‌​‍

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1931 — The Gandhi-Irwin Pact (5 March 1931) ended the Civil Disobedience Movement. ‌​‍Gandhi agreed to attend the Round Table Conference.

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1929

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1930

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1932

Question 3

World Refugees Day is:‌​‍

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20 June — World Refugee Day 20 June (UN). ‌​‍Coincides with African Refugee Day. Highlights plight of 100+ million displaced people globally.

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8 March

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10 December

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24 October

Question 4

The Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, mandates that private unaided schools reserve 25% of entry-level seats for children from disadvantaged groups. Which of the following statements regarding the financial aspect of this provision is accurate?

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C. The State Government reimburses the school for the expenditure based on the per-child cost in government schools or actual fees, whichever is lower. — The RTE Act, 2009, mandates private unaided schools to reserve 25% of seats for children from disadvantaged groups and weaker sections. The Act further specifies (Section 12(2)) that the State Government shall reimburse these schools for the expenditure incurred, based on the per-child expenditure in government schools or the actual fee charged, whichever is less. Options A, B, and D describe incorrect or incomplete reimbursement mechanisms.

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A. Private schools are expected to absorb the costs incurred for these students as part of their corporate social responsibility.

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B. The Central Government directly funds these schools for the education of the reserved quota students.

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D. A special fund is established at the district level, managed by local self-governments, to cover these educational expenses.

Question 5

Who among the following served as the first Union Minister of Education in independent India, playing a crucial role in shaping the nation's educational policies and establishing key institutions like the IITs and UGC?

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B. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad — Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was the first Education Minister of independent India, serving from 1947 to 1958, and was instrumental in shaping the post-independence educational landscape. Dr. S. Radhakrishnan was the first Vice President and later President, while Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first President and C. Rajagopalachari was the last Governor-General of India.

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A. Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

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C. Dr. Rajendra Prasad

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D. C. Rajagopalachari

Question 6

'She is married ___ a doctor':

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to — Married to.

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with

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by

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for

Question 7

V.T. Bhattathiripad:‌​‍

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Namboodiri social reformer — Reformed Namboodiri community.‌​‍

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Actor

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Poet

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Politician

Question 8

Art 14:‌​‍

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Equality before law — Equality before law + equal protection of laws.‌​‍

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Freedom of speech

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Right to life

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Constitutional remedies

Question 9

The National Teacher's Award in India is conferred on selected teachers annually by the President of India. A key objective behind instituting this award is to:

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C. Celebrate the unique contribution of teachers and to enhance their public recognition and respect. — The primary objective of the National Teacher's Award is to acknowledge and celebrate the invaluable contributions of teachers to the nation's education system. It aims to elevate the status of teachers and inspire them to excel in their profession, rather than focusing on financial incentives or curriculum standardization.

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A. Provide financial incentives solely to teachers working in remote rural areas.

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B. Discourage teachers from pursuing higher education beyond their initial qualifications.

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D. Standardize the curriculum and teaching methods across all states and union territories.

Question 10

English Education Act:‌​‍

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1835 — Macaulay's Minute led to 1835 Act — English as medium.‌​‍

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1882

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1854

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1813

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #648