LDC Mixed Practice Test #458

Question 1

Ujjwala Yojana provides:‌​‍

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Free LPG connections to BPL families — PM Ujjwala Yojana (2016) provides free LPG gas connections to women from BPL households.‌​‍

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Free electricity

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Free laptops

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Free Wi-Fi

Question 2

A newly appointed teacher wants to establish a positive learning environment where students feel respected and motivated. Which of the following approaches is most effective for setting clear behavioral expectations?

Accepted Answer

C. Collaboratively developing a few positive, clear, and actionable rules with student input. — Collaboratively developing positive, clear, and actionable rules with student input fosters ownership and understanding, leading to better adherence and a more respectful environment. Posting a long list of rules (A) can be overwhelming and authoritarian. Having students sign a contract without discussion (B) lacks engagement. Relying solely on informal discussions (D) is reactive and lacks consistency.

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A. Posting a long list of rules and reviewing them daily.

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B. Having students sign a behavior contract without any prior discussion.

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D. Relying solely on informal discussions about behavior as issues arise.

Question 3

National Education Day is celebrated annually on November 11th across India. Which of the following statements best describes the primary reason for observing this particular day?

Accepted Answer

B. To honor the legacy of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India's first Education Minister, and his profound contributions to education. — National Education Day is celebrated on November 11th to commemorate the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India's first Union Minister of Education. He was a visionary leader who played a pivotal role in shaping India's education system post-independence, advocating for universal education and the establishment of key educational institutions. Options A, C, and D refer to other significant educational events or personalities but are incorrect for National Education Day.

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A. To commemorate the birth anniversary of Dr. S. Radhakrishnan, recognizing his contributions as a philosopher and teacher.

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C. To mark the inauguration of the first Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), signifying the beginning of technical education in India.

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D. To celebrate the enactment of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, ensuring free and compulsory education for children.

Question 4

The Union Government has recently launched a new flagship program aimed at rural development, involving substantial public expenditure. Which of the following statements accurately describes the primary role of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) concerning the financial aspects of this program?

Accepted Answer

C. The CAG will audit the accounts related to the program after the expenditure has been incurred, to ensure legality, regularity, and efficiency in financial management. — The primary role of the CAG is to audit the accounts of the Union and State governments and public bodies, ensuring that expenditure is incurred legally, regularly, and efficiently. This audit is typically conducted post-expenditure, verifying how funds were utilized. The CAG does not approve budgets, primarily conduct concurrent audits for all major programs, or offer policy advice on economic feasibility.

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A. The CAG will approve the budget allocations for the program before they are presented to Parliament.

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B. The CAG will conduct a concurrent audit of the program's expenditure, providing real-time feedback to the implementing ministries.

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D. The CAG will advise the President and Parliament on the economic feasibility and policy implications of the program before its implementation.

Question 5

The largest freshwater lake in Kerala is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sasthamkotta — Sasthamkotta Lake (Kollam) is the largest freshwater lake in Kerala. ‌​‍Vembanad is the longest (but brackish).

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Vembanad

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Ashtamudi

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Periyar Lake

Question 6

O. Chandu Menon — English translation:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Both — Both true — translated by Dumergue.‌​‍

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None

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Indulekha translated

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By W. Dumergue

Question 7

If both President and VP posts are vacant, who acts as President?‌​‍

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Chief Justice of India — If both President and VP posts are vacant, the CJI acts as President (established by convention and Presidential Succession Act).‌​‍

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PM

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Speaker of LS

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Senior-most Governor

Question 8

Kerala's organic farming hub:

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Wayanad — Wayanad coffee, spices, some certified organic.

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Palakkad

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Idukki

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Kannur

Question 9

Which of the following is a PRIMARY advantage of using a lyophilized powder for injection over a ready-to-use solution?

Accepted Answer

A. Longer shelf life due to reduced moisture content — Lyophilization removes water, significantly extending shelf life by preventing hydrolytic degradation. While reconstitution time and patient compliance are factors, they are secondary to stability. Cost is not a primary advantage.

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B. Faster reconstitution time

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C. Lower cost of production

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D. Enhanced patient compliance

Question 10

'Take after' means:‌​‍

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Resemble (family) — Resemble a family member.‌​‍

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Take away

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Chase

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Follow

LDC Mixed Practice Test #458