KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #812

Question 1

India's environmental win:‌​‍

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Both debated — Progress varies.‌​‍

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Stubble burning reduction

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Air quality improvement

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Mixed

Question 2

Who was the Chief Guest at India's first Republic Day parade (1950)?

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Sukarno (Indonesian President) — President Sukarno of Indonesia was the first Chief Guest (26 January 1950).

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Harry S. Truman (US President)

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Vincent Auriol (French President)

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Joseph Stalin (USSR President)

Question 3

Cro-Magnon was:

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Early H. sapiens with cave art — ~40,000 ya in Europe. Anatomically modern. Lascaux, Altamira cave paintings. Coexisted with Neanderthals briefly.

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Ape

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Different species

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Reptile

Question 4

Where did Sree Narayana Guru consecrate the famous mirror at the temple instead of an idol?‌​‍

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Kalavancodu — At Kalavancodu (Karunagappally), Sree Narayana Guru installed a mirror (1927).‌​‍

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Sivagiri

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Vaikom

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Aluva

Question 5

Chenda is a:‌​‍

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Musical instrument (drum) — Chenda is a cylindrical percussion instrument used in temple festivals, Kathakali, and Pooram.‌​‍

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Dance form

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Painting style

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Festival

Question 6

Which statement is NOT true regarding the aftermath of the Revolt of 1857?‌​‍

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The Charter of the Company was renewed for twenty years — After 1857 the Company's Charter was NOT renewed — the Govt of India Act 1858 transferred power to the Crown.‌​‍

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Governor General of India came to be known as Viceroy of India

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The office of the Secretary of State for India was created

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It marked the end of East India Company's rule

Question 7

A teacher is preparing for the upcoming academic year under the NEP 2020 framework. Which of the following structural changes should she primarily consider for the foundational stage?

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C. Play-based learning for children aged 3-8 years. — The NEP 2020 outlines a 5+3+3+4 pedagogical structure, where the first 5 years (ages 3-8) constitute the Foundational Stage, emphasizing play-based and activity-based learning. Options A and D relate to the middle and secondary stages, respectively. Option B is a general aspect of education, but NEP focuses on reforming assessment rather than just 'focusing' on board exams.

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A. Integration of vocational subjects from Grade 6.

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B. Focus on board exams for Grades 10 and 12.

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D. Introduction of multidisciplinary courses at the secondary level.

Question 8

The 'Drain of Wealth' theory was a significant economic critique of British rule in India. Which of the following accurately describes a key aspect of this theory?

Accepted Answer

B. It posited that the high salaries of British officials and pensions paid from Indian revenues constituted a unilateral transfer of wealth. — The Drain of Wealth theory, primarily articulated by Dadabhai Naoroji, argued that a portion of India's national wealth was being siphoned off to Britain without adequate economic returns. This included the salaries and pensions of British officials, profits of British companies, and home charges. Options A, C, and D describe scenarios contrary to the realities of British economic exploitation, which primarily served imperial interests, manipulated trade to Britain's advantage, and restricted Indian industry.

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A. It argued that British investments in infrastructure like railways primarily benefited Indian capitalists.

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C. It highlighted the equitable trade balance between India and Britain, which favored Indian exports.

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D. It emphasized the benefits of free trade, which allowed Indian goods to compete globally without tariffs.

Question 9

What does the 'P' in LPG reforms stand for?‌​‍

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Privatisation — LPG stands for Liberalisation, Privatisation, Globalisation — the three pillars of the 1991 economic reforms.‌​‍

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Production

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Participation

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Planning

Question 10

Antonym of BRIGHT:

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Dull — Bright ↔ dull.

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Shiny

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Clear

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Light

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #812