LDC Mixed Practice Test #102

Question 1

The first telegraph line in India was between:‌​‍

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Calcutta-Diamond Harbour — First telegraph line: Calcutta to Diamond Harbour (1851) under Lord Dalhousie.‌​‍

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Delhi-Agra

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Bombay-Thane

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Madras-Bangalore

Question 2

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

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

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Rome

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Mecca

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Constantinople

Question 3

Synonym of PROPITIOUS:

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Favorable — Favorable.

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Unfavorable

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Bad

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Hostile

Question 4

The cube root of 343 is:

Accepted Answer

7 — 7³ = 343.

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5

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6

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9

Question 5

Year MGNREGA was fully implemented across Kerala:

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01.04.2008 — MGNREGA achieved full-district coverage in Kerala on 1 April 2008.

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02.02.2006

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01.04.2007

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None of the above

Question 6

The National Health Policy (NHP) in India emphasizes reducing out-of-pocket expenditure on healthcare, particularly for medicines. Which of the following government initiatives, directly impacting pharmacists and drug availability, is primarily aimed at achieving this objective by promoting affordable alternatives?

Accepted Answer

B. Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP). — The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is a direct outcome of the NHP's focus on affordability. It aims to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices through Jan Aushadhi Kendras, significantly reducing the financial burden on patients. While other options are important health initiatives, their primary objective is not the broad promotion of affordable drug alternatives to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure.

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A. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).

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C. National AIDS Control Programme (NACP).

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D. Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS).

Question 7

Which socio-religious reform movement in Kerala, founded by Sree Narayana Guru, primarily aimed at eradicating caste discrimination and promoting social equality?

Accepted Answer

B. SNDP Yogam — The SNDP Yogam (Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana Yogam), founded by Sree Narayana Guru, was a movement in Kerala dedicated to uplifting the Ezhava community and challenging caste-based oppression through education, temple reforms, and social equality. While Arya Samaj (founded by Dayananda Saraswati) addressed caste issues in North India, and Prarthana Samaj (founded by Mahadev Govind Ranade) was a reform movement in Maharashtra, neither was centered in Kerala. The Theosophical Society, founded by Helena Blavatsky, focused on spiritualism and not primarily on caste discrimination.

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A. Arya Samaj

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C. Prarthana Samaj

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D. Theosophical Society

Question 8

Which of the following is the most distinguishing characteristic of microteaching, setting it apart from conventional teaching practice?

Accepted Answer

C. It emphasizes immediate, specific feedback on a single, isolated teaching skill. — Microteaching is characterized by its scaled-down nature, focusing on the practice and refinement of one specific teaching skill at a time, followed by immediate and constructive feedback. This targeted approach allows for focused improvement, unlike conventional practice which often involves longer lessons and broader evaluations, making option C the most accurate description.

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A. It involves teaching a full lesson to a large class.

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B. It focuses on developing multiple teaching skills simultaneously.

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D. It requires a longer teaching duration to cover all content comprehensively.

Question 9

A particular state in India is grappling with a severe outbreak of a communicable disease, which also poses a significant threat of spreading to neighboring states. The state government, despite its efforts, finds its resources and legislative powers inadequate to contain the crisis effectively and seeks broader intervention. In this context, which of the following mechanisms could enable the Union Parliament to legislate on a subject typically falling under the State List to address this public health emergency?

Accepted Answer

B. The Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a two-thirds majority declaring it necessary in the national interest. — Article 249 allows Parliament to legislate on a State List subject if the Rajya Sabha declares, by a two-thirds majority, that it is necessary or expedient in the national interest. A severe communicable disease outbreak threatening multiple states clearly falls under 'national interest', making this mechanism appropriate for proactive Union intervention. While Article 252 (option C) allows Parliament to legislate if two or more states request it, Article 249 provides a more direct route for the Union to act when a situation has national implications. Article 352 (National Emergency) is a more

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A. The President declares a National Emergency under Article 352, empowering Parliament to legislate on any subject.

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C. Two or more state legislatures pass resolutions requesting Parliament to legislate on the matter.

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D. The Union government issues an executive directive under Article 256, compelling the state to implement central legislation.

Question 10

Kerala's per-capita electricity consumption:‌​‍

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Higher than national average — Above national average.‌​‍

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Unknown

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Lower

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Equal

LDC Mixed Practice Test #102