LDC Mixed Practice Test #243

Question 1

Schedule 4:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

RS allocation — Rajya Sabha seat allocation to states/UTs.‌​‍

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LS allocation

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Languages

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Salaries

Question 2

The Guruvayur Satyagraha (1931-32) was led by:

Accepted Answer

K. Kelappan — K. Kelappan, known as Kerala Gandhi, led the Guruvayur temple entry satyagraha.

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A. K. Gopalan

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T. K. Madhavan

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Mannath Padmanabhan

Question 3

Which of the following statements most accurately reflects a key characteristic of action research when implemented by a teacher in their classroom?

Accepted Answer

C. It is a cyclical and iterative process driven by the practitioner's desire to improve their own practice. — Action research is fundamentally a cyclical process of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting, allowing for continuous refinement and improvement. It is context-specific, not aimed at universal laws (A), and is flexible rather than rigid (B). While it can use quantitative data, it often incorporates qualitative methods and focuses on understanding and improvement rather than solely establishing cause-effect in a positivist sense (D).

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A. It primarily focuses on generating universal pedagogical laws applicable across diverse educational settings.

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B. It involves a rigid, linear progression of steps, ensuring high external validity of findings.

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D. It relies heavily on quantitative data collection methods to establish cause-and-effect relationships.

Question 4

CAA (Citizenship Amendment Act) implemented:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2024 — Rules notified in March 2024.‌​‍

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2020

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2019

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Not yet

Question 5

Kerala population (2011):

Accepted Answer

3.34 cr — 3.34 crore.

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2.34 cr

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4.34 cr

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5.34 cr

Question 6

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 significantly expanded the scope of recognized disabilities compared to its predecessor, the PwD Act, 1995. How many specific categories of disabilities are now recognized under the RPwD Act, 2016?

Accepted Answer

C. 21 categories — The RPwD Act, 2016, broadened the definition of disability by increasing the number of recognized categories from 7 (under the PwD Act, 1995) to 21. This expansion ensures a more inclusive approach, covering a wider spectrum of conditions to provide legal protection and support.

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A. 7 categories

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B. 14 categories

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D. 28 categories

Question 7

India's G20 Presidency in 2023 championed the inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the G20. What was the primary motivation behind this historic move, as articulated by India?

Accepted Answer

D. To provide a stronger voice for the Global South and address its developmental priorities more effectively. — The inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the G20 under India's presidency was a landmark decision. India consistently advocated for this move to amplify the voice of the Global South and ensure that the developmental priorities and concerns of developing nations, particularly from Africa, are adequately represented and addressed at the highest global economic forum. While economic integration (C) is a potential benefit, the overarching motivation was about equitable representation and addressing global imbalances. Options A and B are incorrect as they do not reflect the stat

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A. To balance the influence of Western European nations within the G20.

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B. To facilitate greater military cooperation between G20 and African nations.

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C. To accelerate the economic integration of African states into global trade blocs.

Question 8

Emergency of 1975 was under:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Internal disturbance — Internal disturbance grounds (later amended).‌​‍

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State

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External

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Financial

Question 9

Cochin Shipyard Ltd:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

PSU, largest shipyard — Major PSU.‌​‍

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Private

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Defence only

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Small

Question 10

PIL (Public Interest Litigation) started by:

Accepted Answer

Justice P.N. Bhagwati — Late 1970s. Any citizen can file for public cause.

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Nehru

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Ambedkar

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Gandhi

LDC Mixed Practice Test #243