LDC Mixed Practice Test #279

Question 1

A Money Bill can be introduced only in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Lok Sabha — Article 110: Money Bill originates only in Lok Sabha. ‌​‍Rajya Sabha must return within 14 days with recommendations (not binding).

Answer

Joint session

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Either House

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Rajya Sabha

Question 2

Meaning of the idiom 'in black and white':

Accepted Answer

in written form — In black and white = written down / officially documented.

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in red tape

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to feel sad

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very rarely

Question 3

A nation aiming for energy security and reduced carbon emissions is evaluating nuclear fission power. Considering the unique characteristics of this energy source, which of the following presents the most critical long-term environmental and safety challenge?

Accepted Answer

C. The safe and permanent disposal of highly radioactive spent nuclear fuel and waste products. — Option C correctly identifies the most critical long-term environmental and safety challenge associated with nuclear fission power: the management of highly radioactive waste, which remains dangerous for thousands of years. Option A describes a safety concern, but modern reactor designs incorporate multiple safety layers to prevent uncontrolled chain reactions. Option B is incorrect as nuclear power plants produce minimal greenhouse gases during operation. Option D describes conditions more typical for nuclear fusion, not fission reactors.

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A. The constant risk of an uncontrolled chain reaction leading to widespread radiation release.

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B. The substantial emission of greenhouse gases during the routine operation of the power plant.

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D. The requirement for extremely high temperatures and pressures, making reactor containment difficult and costly.

Question 4

Largest hot desert:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sahara — Sahara Desert, Africa.‌​‍

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Thar

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Gobi

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Kalahari

Question 5

Which of the following best describes the purpose of an emergency drug tray (crash cart) in a hospital ward?

Accepted Answer

B. To provide a readily available supply of critical medications for life-threatening emergencies. — An emergency drug tray, or crash cart, is specifically designed to contain a standardized set of critical medications and equipment required for rapid response to acute, life-threatening emergencies such as cardiac arrest, anaphylaxis, or severe respiratory distress. Its purpose is to ensure immediate access to essential drugs during a medical crisis. Other options describe general ward stock or specialized storage, not the primary function of a crash cart.

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A. To store commonly used medications for daily patient care.

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C. To keep medications requiring refrigeration or special storage conditions.

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D. To stock medications for patients undergoing routine surgical procedures.

Question 6

Puntanam Namboodiri:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Jnanappana — Jnanappana.‌​‍

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Mahabharat

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Ramayanam

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Kilippattu

Question 7

Uniform Civil Code is envisaged under:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Article 44 (DPSP) — Article 44 (DPSP): 'The State shall endeavour to secure for citizens a uniform civil code throughout the territory of India.'‌​‍

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Article 25

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Article 32

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Article 51A

Question 8

Antonym of LIBERAL:

Accepted Answer

Conservative — Liberal ↔ conservative.

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Generous

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Open

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Broad

Question 9

The HCF of 24 and 36 is:

Accepted Answer

12 — 24 = 2³·3; 36 = 2²·3²; HCF = 2²·3 = 12.

Answer

6

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8

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18

Question 10

Election Commissioner of India (CEC 2024-26):

Accepted Answer

Both A and B — Rajiv Kumar till Feb 2025; Gyanesh Kumar after.

Answer

Rajiv Kumar

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Gyanesh Kumar

Answer

Sushil Chandra

LDC Mixed Practice Test #279