KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #956

Question 1

The Himalayas are divided into three parallel ranges. The outermost (southernmost) range is:

Accepted Answer

Shivalik — Shivalik (~900–1200 m) is the southernmost; Himachal is middle; Himadri is highest.

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Greater Himalayas (Himadri)

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Middle Himalayas (Himachal)

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Trans-Himalaya

Question 2

Umbilical cord vessels:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2 arteries, 1 vein — Two arteries + one vein.‌​‍

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3 vessels

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1 artery, 1 vein

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2 veins, 1 artery

Question 3

'Canterbury Tales' was written by:

Accepted Answer

Chaucer — Geoffrey Chaucer (1343–1400) — Father of English Literature.

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Shakespeare

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Donne

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Spenser

Question 4

The Temple Entry Proclamation was drafted by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sir C.P. Ramaswami Iyer — Dewan Sir C.P. ‌​‍Ramaswami Iyer drafted the Temple Entry Proclamation issued by Sri Chithira Thirunal on 12 Nov 1936.

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Maharaja himself

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Mahatma Gandhi

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T.K. Madhavan

Question 5

Steroid hormones, such as cortisol and estrogen, typically exert their effects by binding to which type of receptor?

Accepted Answer

B. Intracellular receptors — Steroid hormones are lipid-soluble and can readily cross cell membranes. They bind to specific intracellular receptors in the cytoplasm or nucleus, which then act as transcription factors to regulate gene expression. Other receptor types are typically for water-soluble hormones or neurotransmitters.

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A. G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs)

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C. Ligand-gated ion channels

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D. Receptor tyrosine kinases

Question 6

The integumentary system, comprising the skin, hair, and nails, performs several vital functions for the human body. Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the integumentary system?

Accepted Answer

D. Production of red blood cells in the dermal layer — The integumentary system protects the body, regulates temperature, prevents water loss, and synthesizes Vitamin D. However, the production of red blood cells (hematopoiesis) is primarily a function of the bone marrow, not the skin. The dermal layer of the skin contains various cells and structures but is not involved in erythropoiesis.

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A. Protection against physical trauma and pathogens

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B. Regulation of body temperature through sweating and vasodilation/constriction

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C. Synthesis of Vitamin D upon exposure to UV radiation

Question 7

Which plan was called the Mahalanobis plan?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Second plan 1956-61 — Second Five Year Plan (1956-61) based on Mahalanobis model emphasising heavy industry.‌​‍

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First plan 1951-56

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Fourth plan 1969-74

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Third plan 1961-66

Question 8

Which part of the plant is used in the preparation of 'Ipecac' syrup, a drug used to induce vomiting?

Accepted Answer

A. Root — Ipecac syrup is prepared from the dried root of Cephaelis ipecacuanha, which contains emetine, an alkaloid used as an emetic. The bark, leaf, and seed do not contain the active principles in sufficient quantity.

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B. Bark

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C. Leaf

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D. Seed

Question 9

Departmental Standing Committees:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

24 DRSCs — 24 DRSCs cover most ministries.‌​‍

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15

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30

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20

Question 10

Barometer measures:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pressure — Atmospheric pressure.‌​‍

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Temperature

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Humidity

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Wind

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #956