KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #898

Question 1

The first Prime Minister of Kochi after Praja Mandal's merger with Congress was:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ikkanda Warrier — Ikkanda Warrier became Kochi's first Congress PM (1948-49).‌​‍

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Panampilly Govinda Menon

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C. Kesavan

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Pattom Thanu Pillai

Question 2

A mother brings her 10-month-old infant to the Sub-Centre for routine immunization. According to the National Immunization Schedule (NIS) in India, which vaccine is typically due around this age?

Accepted Answer

C. Measles and Rubella (MR) first dose — According to the National Immunization Schedule (NIS) in India, the first dose of Measles and Rubella (MR) vaccine is administered at 9 completed months to 12 months of age. BCG is given at birth, and the DPT booster dose is typically given at 16-24 months. MMR is not part of the standard NIS in India, which primarily uses MR vaccine.

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A. BCG vaccine

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B. First dose of Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)

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D. DPT booster dose

Question 3

Mahmud Gawan was the great minister (wazir) of which kingdom?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bahmani — Persian scholar-statesman, wazir 1466-1481 under Muhammad Shah III. ‌​‍Reformed land-revenue, founded Mahmud Gawan Madrasa at Bidar. Executed on false charges.

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Delhi Sultanate

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Vijayanagara

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Mughal

Question 4

The Tropic of Cancer passes through approximately how many Indian states?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

8 — The Tropic of Cancer (23.5°N) crosses 8 states: Gujarat, Rajasthan, MP, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, WB, Tripura, Mizoram.‌​‍

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6

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5

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10

Question 5

Kunchan Nambiar invented:

Accepted Answer

Thullal — Thullal (Ottan, Seethankan, Parayan).

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Kathakali

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Mohiniyattam

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Ottamthullal only

Question 6

Which article directs the State to implement a Uniform Civil Code?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Article 44 — Article 44 directs the State to secure a Uniform Civil Code for all citizens throughout India. ‌​‍It remains unimplemented nationally.

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Article 40

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Article 48

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Article 50

Question 7

The Indian government significantly increases the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for paddy and wheat, aiming to ensure better income for farmers. From an agricultural economy perspective, which of the following is a likely *unintended* consequence of such a policy, particularly if sustained over several years?

Accepted Answer

A. A significant shift in cropping patterns towards paddy and wheat, potentially leading to monoculture and reduced crop diversification. — A substantial and sustained increase in MSP for specific crops like paddy and wheat often distorts cropping patterns by making these crops more profitable, leading farmers to prioritize them over others. This can result in reduced crop diversification and an oversupply of MSP-supported crops. Options B and D are incorrect as MSP generally increases procurement costs and the subsidy bill, while option C is unlikely as higher domestic prices can reduce export competitiveness.

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B. A decrease in the overall cost of cultivation for farmers due to government procurement.

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C. Enhanced export competitiveness of Indian agricultural products due to higher farmer income.

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D. A significant reduction in the government's food subsidy bill due to market price stabilization.

Question 8

The IUPAC name of CH₃−OH is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Methanol — Methanol (methyl alcohol) CH₃OH — simplest alcohol.‌​‍

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Ethanol

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Methanoic acid

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Methanal

Question 9

The Ilbert Bill controversy (1883) was related to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Indian judges trying European offenders — The Ilbert Bill proposed allowing Indian judges to try European cases — faced severe European opposition.‌​‍

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Land reform

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Railway construction

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Education reform

Question 10

Total utility is maximum when marginal utility is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Zero — At peak of total utility curve, MU = 0. ‌​‍Beyond this, additional consumption reduces total utility (negative MU).

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Negative

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Maximum

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KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #898