LDC Mixed Practice Test #431

Question 1

What is a Republic?‌​‍

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Head of state directly or indirectly elected — In a republic, the head of state is elected (directly or indirectly), not hereditary.‌​‍

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Government directly elected

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Democracy with nominated head

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Hereditary head with elected legislature

Question 2

The Green Revolution, a major agricultural transformation in India post-independence, significantly boosted food grain production. However, it also led to certain unintended consequences that shaped India's socio-economic landscape. Which of the following best describes a long-term socio-economic impact of the Green Revolution in India?

Accepted Answer

C. Increased regional disparities in agricultural development, particularly between irrigated and rain-fed areas, and a widening gap between large and small farmers. — The Green Revolution, while boosting food production, primarily benefited regions with assured irrigation and larger farmers who could afford the high-yielding variety seeds, fertilizers, and machinery. This led to increased regional disparities and widened the economic gap between rich and poor farmers, as rain-fed areas and small landholders struggled to adopt the new technology. Option A is incorrect as it increased disparities, B is wrong because modern techniques were widely adopted, and D is incorrect as the focus was on increasing food grain production.

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A. A uniform increase in agricultural prosperity across all regions and farmer categories, leading to reduced income disparities.

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B. A significant decline in the adoption of modern farming techniques due to their high initial cost and limited government support.

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D. A shift towards cash crops from food grains, leading to a severe shortage of staple foods in the subsequent decades.

Question 3

Vaikunta Swamikal founded Samatva Samajam in:‌​‍

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1836 — Ayya Vaikundar founded Samatva Samajam in 1836 (Travancore).‌​‍

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1837

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1835

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1840

Question 4

A 28-year-old multiparous woman, who is breastfeeding exclusively, expresses interest in long-term contraception. She wants a method that is highly effective and does not require daily attention. Which method would be most suitable for her at this time?

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B. Intrauterine Device (IUD) — For a breastfeeding woman seeking long-term, highly effective contraception without daily attention, an Intrauterine Device (IUD) like the Copper-T is an excellent choice. It is safe for breastfeeding mothers as it does not affect milk supply. Combined Oral Contraceptive Pills and vaginal rings contain estrogen, which can reduce milk production. While Depo-Provera is a progestin-only method suitable for breastfeeding, an IUD offers longer-term effectiveness without repeated injections.

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A. Combined Oral Contraceptive Pills (COCs)

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C. Contraceptive Vaginal Ring

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D. Depo-Provera (DMPA) injection

Question 5

Which of the following is a key objective of the National Health Policy 2017 in India to address the rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs)?

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C. Establishing district-level health action plans for NCD prevention and control — The National Health Policy 2017 emphasizes district-level health action plans as a strategy to tackle non-communicable diseases (NCDs) by strengthening primary and secondary care. Option A refers to financial protection, which is important but not the primary focus for NCDs. Option B is unrelated to NCDs, and Option D is incorrect as the policy does not mandate alternative medicine.

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A. Reducing the out-of-pocket expenditure on health to 30% by 2025

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B. Increasing the number of sub-centers in rural areas by 50% by 2025

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D. Making Ayurvedic treatments mandatory for all NCD patients

Question 6

Shaji N. Karun:‌​‍

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Filmmaker (Piravi) — Piravi director, Padma Shri.‌​‍

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Politician

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Novelist

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Actor

Question 7

Emergency 1975 under:‌​‍

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Art 352 — National Emergency — Art 352.‌​‍

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Art 356

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Art 360

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Art 370

Question 8

Which type of orbit do GPS satellites use?‌​‍

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Medium Earth orbit (~20,200 km) — 24+ satellites. ‌​‍Need ≥4 for position (3D + time). Accuracy few metres. ‌​‍India's NavIC regional system.

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Geostationary

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Moon distance

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Low earth orbit

Question 9

CAG of India 2024-26:‌​‍

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Both A and B — G.C. Murmu till Nov 2024; K. Sanjay Murthy after.‌​‍

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G.C. Murmu

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K. Sanjay Murthy

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Rajiv Mehrishi

Question 10

Bile is produced by:‌​‍

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Liver (stored in gall bladder) — Contains bile salts (emulsify fats), bilirubin (RBC breakdown), cholesterol. ‌​‍Not an enzyme — helps lipase.

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Gall bladder

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Stomach

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Pancreas

LDC Mixed Practice Test #431