LDC Mixed Practice Test #300

Question 1

Which authority is responsible for the enforcement of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act at the state level?

Accepted Answer

B. State Excise Department — The State Police Department, often in coordination with the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB), is responsible for enforcing the NDPS Act at the state level. The Excise Department handles alcohol-related offenses, while the Health Department and State Drug Controller focus on other regulatory frameworks.

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A. State Police Department

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C. State Health Department

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D. State Drug Controller

Question 2

World War I began in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1914 — WWI began on 28 July 1914 (Austria-Hungary declared war on Serbia).‌​‍

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1915

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1917

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1919

Question 3

The term of a member of the Rajya Sabha is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

6 years — Rajya Sabha members serve 6 years; 1/3 retire every 2 years.‌​‍

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Until dissolution

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5 years

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4 years

Question 4

According to Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences, which type of intelligence is most likely demonstrated by a professional athlete who excels in body coordination and movement?

Accepted Answer

B. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence — Gardner's Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence refers to the ability to control body movements and handle objects skillfully. The athlete's abilities align with this type. Options A, C, and D describe other forms of intelligence unrelated to physical coordination.

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A. Linguistic Intelligence

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C. Interpersonal Intelligence

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D. Intrapersonal Intelligence

Question 5

The main venue of the Salt Satyagraha in Kerala was:

Accepted Answer

Payyannur — K. Kelappan led the Salt Satyagraha at Payyannur (1930).

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Kozhikode

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Ponnani

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Guruvayur

Question 6

Parliamentary system source:‌​‍

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UK — Westminster / UK.‌​‍

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US

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Ireland

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France

Question 7

Digital India launched:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2015 — Launched 1 July 2015.‌​‍

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2017

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2016

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2014

Question 8

In 2022, which Indian state launched a first-of-its-kind scheme aimed specifically at employment of transgender individuals?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala — Kerala launched the transgender employment initiative in 2022.‌​‍

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Gujarat

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Maharashtra

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Tamil Nadu

Question 9

*Aconitum napellus* is indicated for sudden, violent onset of complaints, typically after exposure to cold, dry winds, accompanied by great fear and restlessness. Where would one typically find *Aconitum napellus* growing naturally?

Accepted Answer

C. Mountainous regions and moist woodlands of temperate zones — The correct answer is C. *Aconitum napellus*, also known as Monk's Hood, is typically found growing in mountainous regions and moist woodlands of temperate zones in Europe and Asia. It thrives in cooler, damp environments, unlike the extreme conditions of tropical, desert, or coastal areas.

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A. Tropical rainforests with high humidity

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B. Arid desert regions

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D. Coastal saline marshes

Question 10

The first Malayalam cinema is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Vigathakumaran — Vigathakumaran (1928) directed by J.C. Daniel was the first Malayalam film.‌​‍

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Balan

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Newspaper Boy

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Harishchandra

LDC Mixed Practice Test #300