LDC Mixed Practice Test #64

Question 1

Constitution Day of India:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

26 Nov — 26 November — Constitution adopted in 1949.‌​‍

Answer

26 Jan

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15 Aug

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2 Oct

Question 2

Idamalayar Dam is built across which river?

Accepted Answer

Idamalayar River — Idamalayar Dam is built across the Idamalayar River, a tributary of the Periyar, in Ernakulam district.

Answer

Periyar

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Chalakudy

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Muvattupuzha

Question 3

Fermentation produces:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Alcohol + CO₂ — Sugar → Alcohol + CO₂ (by yeast).‌​‍

Answer

Oxygen

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Water

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Nitrogen

Question 4

PMLA Agency:

Accepted Answer

ED — Enforcement Directorate.

Answer

CBI

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IB

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RAW

Question 5

The part of the plant that absorbs water from soil is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Root — Root hairs absorb water and minerals from the soil through osmosis.‌​‍

Answer

Stem

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Leaf

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Flower

Question 6

A primary school teacher in Kerala is preparing for the upcoming academic year under the new educational policy framework. Which of the following best reflects the pedagogical structure and focus for students aged 3-8 years as envisioned by NEP 2020 and adopted by SCERT Kerala?

Accepted Answer

B. The Foundational Stage (5 years) focusing on play-based learning and multi-faceted education, including Anganwadi/preschool. — NEP 2020 introduces a 5+3+3+4 curricular structure, where the first 5 years (Foundational Stage) cover ages 3-8, including 3 years of Anganwadi/preschool and 2 years of primary (Grades 1-2). This stage emphasizes flexible, multi-faceted, multi-level, play-based, activity-based, and discovery-based learning. Options A, C, and D describe incorrect stages, age groups, or primary focuses for this specific foundational period.

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A. A 3-year preparatory stage followed by 5 years of middle school, emphasizing vocational skills.

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C. A 5-year secondary stage, concentrating on subject-specific learning and board examinations.

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D. A 3-year middle stage, prioritizing critical thinking and experimental science.

Question 7

Kerala's Universal Public Distribution System was implemented in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1965 — Kerala introduced Universal PDS in 1965 — a landmark poverty alleviation initiative.‌​‍

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1957

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1991

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1974

Question 8

Pokkali rice cultivation is unique to which region?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Coastal Ernakulam/Thrissur/Alappuzha — Pokkali is a saline-tolerant rice variety cultivated in the coastal waterlogged fields of Ernakulam, Thrissur, and Alappuzha.‌​‍

Answer

Wayanad

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Idukki

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Kuttanad

Question 9

The Crusades were fought between believers of Islam and Christianity primarily over which holy city?

Accepted Answer

Jerusalem — Jerusalem, considered holy by both religions, was the main focus of the Crusades (11th–13th century).

Answer

Mecca

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Constantinople

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Rome

Question 10

Antonym of RAISE:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Lower — Raise ↔ lower.‌​‍

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Elevate

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Lift

Answer

Hoist

LDC Mixed Practice Test #64