KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #768

Question 1

Iodized salt contains:

Accepted Answer

KIO3 or KI — Potassium iodate or iodide.

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NaF

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Mg

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Ca

Question 2

Sher Shah Suri's major administrative contributions include:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Land-revenue reform (zabti), silver rupiya, Grand Trunk Road restoration — Introduced silver rupiya and copper dam, reformed revenue via measurement (zabti), extended GT Road (Sonar Gaon to Peshawar). ‌​‍Todar Mal was his revenue officer.

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Zamindari

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Jizya

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Mansabdari

Question 3

The Indus Valley Civilization was discovered at Harappa in 1921 by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Daya Ram Sahni — Daya Ram Sahni excavated Harappa in 1921; Mohenjo-Daro was found by R. ‌​‍D. Banerjee in 1922.

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R. D. Banerjee

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John Marshall

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Mortimer Wheeler

Question 4

Kadambini Ganguly, one of India's first female university graduates, broke significant societal barriers in the late 19th century. Her achievement was not merely personal but symbolized a critical shift for women's status. What was the *most profound societal implication* of her pioneering academic success?

Accepted Answer

B. It challenged orthodox views on women's intellectual capabilities and their right to public life. — Kadambini Ganguly's graduation was a powerful statement against the prevalent societal norms that confined women to domestic roles and questioned their intellectual capacity. While it didn't immediately lead to equal employment or widespread women-only universities, it fundamentally challenged orthodox views and paved the way for greater acceptance of women in higher education and public life, inspiring others.

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A. It directly led to the establishment of women-only universities across India.

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C. It immediately resulted in equal employment opportunities for women in professional fields.

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D. It primarily encouraged women from affluent families to pursue higher education abroad.

Question 5

In the context of Kerala's decentralized administrative framework, the Grama Sabha plays a crucial role in ensuring local accountability and participation. Which of the following is a key power or function primarily vested with the Grama Sabha, distinguishing it from the functions of the elected Grama Panchayat?

Accepted Answer

A. Scrutiny and approval of the annual budget and development plans prepared by the Grama Panchayat. — The Grama Sabha, comprising all registered voters in a ward, is empowered to scrutinize and approve the annual budget and development plans formulated by the Grama Panchayat, ensuring transparency and public participation. Issuance of certificates, staff appointment, and enforcement of bylaws are primarily administrative functions of the elected Grama Panchayat.

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B. Issuance of various certificates such as birth, death, and residency to villagers.

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C. Appointment of staff for various projects and schemes implemented at the village level.

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D. Enforcement of local bylaws and regulations concerning public health and sanitation.

Question 6

Synonym of ADAMANT:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Unyielding — Refusing to change.‌​‍

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Tender

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Flexible

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Weak

Question 7

Army Day 2023 outside Delhi:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bangalore (first outside) — First Army Day outside Delhi was Bengaluru.‌​‍

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Delhi

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Pune

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Chennai

Question 8

Which river is known as the 'Sorrow of Bihar' due to devastating floods?

Accepted Answer

Kosi — The Kosi's frequent channel shifts and floods have earned it the nickname 'Sorrow of Bihar'.

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Ganga

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Gandak

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Son

Question 9

A researcher consistently excels at critically evaluating complex data, identifying subtle patterns in scientific observations, and solving intricate theoretical problems in their field. According to Robert Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, these strengths primarily reflect which aspect of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

C. Analytical intelligence — Sternberg's Analytical (Componential) intelligence is characterized by the ability to analyze, judge, evaluate, compare, and contrast information. The researcher's skills in critically evaluating data, identifying patterns, and solving theoretical problems are core components of analytical intelligence. Practical intelligence involves adapting to real-world contexts, while creative intelligence deals with handling novelty. Fluid intelligence is a concept from Cattell, not Sternberg's Triarchic theory.

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A. Practical intelligence

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B. Creative intelligence

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D. Fluid intelligence

Question 10

Inter-State Council established under Article:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

263 — Article 263 — President can establish Inter-State Council.‌​‍

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264

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261

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262

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #768