LDC Mixed Practice Test #495

Question 1

Consider the following provisions related to the Council of Ministers in India:
1. The total number of ministers, including the Prime Minister, shall not exceed 15% of the total strength of the Lok Sabha.
2. A person who is not a member of either House of Parliament can be appointed as a minister, but must become a member within six months.
3. The salaries and allowances of ministers are determined by the President.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

B. 1 and 2 only — Statement 1 is correct as per the 91st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2003, which limited the size of the Council of Ministers to 15% of the Lok Sabha's total strength. Statement 2 is also correct, as per Article 75(5) of the Constitution, which mandates that a non-member minister must gain membership within six months or cease to be a minister. Statement 3 is incorrect because the salaries and allowances of ministers are determined by Parliament, not the President, as per Article 75(6).

Answer

A. 1 only

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C. 2 and 3 only

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D. 1, 2 and 3

Question 2

Napier Museum TVM:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1855 — Colonial-era natural history + art.‌​‍

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1880

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1947

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1900

Question 3

A teacher observes that a significant number of students struggle with understanding abstract mathematical concepts despite various teaching methods. If they decide to initiate an action research project, what would be the *most appropriate first step*?

Accepted Answer

C. Clearly defining the specific problem, gathering initial data on student difficulties, and setting a focused research question. — The first step in the 'Plan' phase of an action research cycle is to identify and clearly define the problem, gather initial diagnostic data to understand its scope, and formulate a specific research question. Implementing solutions or brainstorming without a clear problem definition and initial data is premature. Reviewing literature is a supportive activity within the planning phase.

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A. Implementing a new visual aid immediately to explain the concepts.

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B. Reviewing existing literature on teaching abstract math concepts.

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D. Collaborating with other math teachers to brainstorm potential solutions.

Question 4

Maneka Gandhi case expanded:

Accepted Answer

Art 21 (Right to Life) — Art 21 expanded — due process not just procedure.

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Art 14

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Art 32

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Art 19

Question 5

How many odd days in an ordinary year:

Accepted Answer

1 — 365 mod 7 = 1 odd day.

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2

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3

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0

Question 6

Which Kerala leader is known as 'Bharathiya Vidyabhavan' founder?

Accepted Answer

K.M. Munshi — K.M. Munshi (Kanhaiyalal Maneklal Munshi) founded Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in 1938. He was also a member of the Constituent Assembly.

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V.K. Krishna Menon

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E.M.S. Namboodiripad

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K. Karunakaran

Question 7

A significant advancement of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, over its predecessor (PwD Act, 1995) is its expanded scope regarding recognized disabilities. How many types of disabilities are recognized under the RPwD Act, 2016?

Accepted Answer

D. 21 types — The RPwD Act, 2016 significantly expanded the list of recognized disabilities from 7 (in the PwD Act, 1995) to 21 types. This broader definition ensures a more comprehensive legal framework for protecting the rights and promoting the inclusion of a wider range of persons with disabilities.

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A. 7 types

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B. 12 types

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C. 15 types

Question 8

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India holds a pivotal role in ensuring financial accountability. Which of the following is NOT a function of the CAG as per the Constitution?

Accepted Answer

C. Advising the President on the appointment of the Chief Vigilance Commissioner. — Option C is incorrect because the CAG does not advise the President on the appointment of the Chief Vigilance Commissioner. That function is handled by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). The CAG's role is limited to auditing and reporting on financial matters as per Articles 148-151 of the Constitution.

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A. Conducting audits of the accounts of the Union and State Governments.

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B. Auditing the receipts and expenditure of bodies and authorities substantially financed by the Government.

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D. Reporting on the efficiency of the use of resources in the implementation of government programmes.

Question 9

Mikhail Gorbachev's reforms (Glasnost/Perestroika) began in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1985 — Gorbachev became General Secretary 1985. ‌​‍Glasnost (openness), Perestroika (restructuring) — attempted reforms ironically led to USSR's collapse 1991.

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1991

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1999

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1979

Question 10

Antonym of ROUGH:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Smooth — Rough ↔ smooth.‌​‍

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Rugged

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Harsh

Answer

Coarse

LDC Mixed Practice Test #495