LDC Mixed Practice Test #227

Question 1

The Savarna Jatha procession in support of Vaikom Satyagraha was led by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mannath Padmanabhan — Mannath Padmanabhan led the Savarna Jatha from Vaikom to Thiruvananthapuram.‌​‍

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Kumaran Asan

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Chattampi Swamikal

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Sree Narayana Guru

Question 2

John Rawls's 'A Theory of Justice' (1971) proposed:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Justice as fairness with veil of ignorance — Rawls: behind a 'veil of ignorance', rational actors would choose principles protecting the worst-off. ‌​‍Difference principle.

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Marxism

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Utilitarianism

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Libertarianism

Question 3

Arjuna Award is for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Outstanding sports performance over 4 years — Arjuna Award for consistent outstanding sporting performance.‌​‍

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Best coach

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Best film

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Best author

Question 4

KSRTC Swift bus service:

Accepted Answer

Premium service — Premium service launched recently.

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Ordinary

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AC only

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School

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a component of the 'Aardram' Mission under the Kerala Health Department?

Accepted Answer

D. Establishment of 'Kudumbashree' units in all government hospitals — The 'Aardram' Mission focuses on upgrading primary health centres to family health centres, expanding mental health services, and improving palliative care through initiatives like 'Swasraya Kiranam'. 'Kudumbashree' units are not a direct component of this mission, though they may collaborate in some programmes.

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A. Strengthening of primary health centres into family health centres

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B. Introduction of 'Swasraya Kiranam' for palliative care

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B. Implementation of 'Jeevanam' for mental health support

Question 6

The Mysore invasions of Kerala in the late 18th century, led by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan, profoundly impacted the region's political structure. Which of the following best describes a significant long-term geopolitical consequence of these invasions for Kerala?

Accepted Answer

C. The expansion of British paramountcy over the Malabar region, eventually leading to its direct administration under the Madras Presidency. — The Mysore invasions weakened many local principalities and led the British to intervene, initially as allies against Mysore. Following Mysore's eventual defeat, the British gained direct control over Malabar, thus significantly expanding their paramountcy and laying the groundwork for British India's administrative divisions, rather than fostering a unified Malayalam kingdom or a new independent confederacy.

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A. The complete political unification of all Malayalam-speaking territories under a single indigenous ruler, fostering a strong regional identity.

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B. The immediate and permanent transfer of Cochin and Travancore into direct tributary status under the Mysore Kingdom.

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D. The establishment of a new independent confederacy of Nair chieftains, effectively repelling all external imperialistic ambitions.

Question 7

Kathakali originated in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala — Classical dance-drama from Kerala.‌​‍

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Tamil Nadu

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Karnataka

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AP

Question 8

Japan PM 2024-25:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Fumio Kishida then Shigeru Ishiba — Ishiba since Oct 2024.‌​‍

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Kan

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Abe

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Kishida only

Question 9

Which legendary figure of Indian cinema was the first recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest honour for outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema?

Accepted Answer

C. Devika Rani — Devika Rani, a pioneering actress and producer, was the first individual to be honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 1969 for her significant contributions to Indian cinema. While Raj Kapoor and Satyajit Ray are also iconic figures who later received this prestigious award, they were not the initial recipients. B.N. Sircar was a notable producer but not the first awardee.

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A. Raj Kapoor

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B. Satyajit Ray

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D. B.N. Sircar

Question 10

International Literacy Day is observed globally on September 8th each year. A teacher in a rural primary school plans an activity for this day. Which of the following activities would most effectively align with the core objective of International Literacy Day?

Accepted Answer

B. Conducting a workshop for parents on the importance of adult literacy and basic reading skills. — International Literacy Day aims to highlight the importance of literacy for individuals, communities, and societies, and to promote literacy as a human right. Conducting a workshop for parents on adult literacy directly addresses this core objective by empowering adults with foundational reading skills, which in turn positively impacts their families and communities. The other options, while valuable educational activities, do not specifically target the promotion of literacy in the way the day intends.

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A. Organizing a debate competition on the history of Indian education policies.

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C. Facilitating a science fair to promote scientific temper among students.

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D. Arranging a cultural program showcasing regional folk arts and traditions.

LDC Mixed Practice Test #227