LDC Mixed Practice Test #576

Question 1

Which statements about NITI Aayog are correct? ‌​‍(i) Aims to achieve SDGs and cooperative federalism (ii) PM is ex-officio Chairperson (iii) Has 8 full-time members

Accepted Answer

Only (i) and (ii) — (i) and (ii) are correct. ‌​‍NITI Aayog does NOT have 8 full-time members (it has CEO + vice-chairperson + small number of members).

Answer

Only (ii) and (iii)

Answer

Only (i)

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Only (ii)

Question 2

Which layer of the skin acts as the primary barrier to the absorption of many topically applied medications, due to its tightly packed, keratinized cells?

Accepted Answer

C. Stratum corneum — The stratum corneum is the outermost layer of the epidermis, consisting of multiple layers of dead, flattened, keratinized cells. This tightly packed, lipid-rich structure forms a formidable barrier, significantly limiting the penetration of most substances, including topically applied medications. The dermis and hypodermis are deeper layers, and while the entire epidermis contributes, the stratum corneum is the most critical barrier component.

Answer

A. Dermis

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B. Hypodermis

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D. Epidermis (excluding stratum corneum)

Question 3

Which product is formed when haloalkanes react with alcoholic KOH?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Alkene (E2 elimination) — Aqueous KOH gives alcohol (SN2). ‌​‍Saytzeff rule: more substituted alkene is major product.

Answer

Ether

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Aldehyde

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Alcohol

Question 4

UN Day:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

24 Oct — 24 October (UN founded, 1945).‌​‍

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10 Dec

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1 Jan

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26 Jun

Question 5

CMFRI Kochi:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute — ICAR institute.‌​‍

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State

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Private

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Kerala

Question 6

Antonym of FAR:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Near — Far ↔ near.‌​‍

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Distant

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Remote

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Away

Question 7

Which article directs the State to implement a Uniform Civil Code?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Article 44 — Article 44 directs the State to secure a Uniform Civil Code for all citizens throughout India. ‌​‍It remains unimplemented nationally.

Answer

Article 40

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Article 48

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Article 50

Question 8

Under the 'Ayushman Bharat - Arogya Karnataka' scheme, which of the following services is NOT covered for eligible beneficiaries in Kerala?

Accepted Answer

C. Reimbursement for OPD consultations in private hospitals — Ayushman Bharat - Arogya Karnataka primarily covers inpatient hospitalization expenses including secondary and tertiary care, with pre-existing diseases covered after a 30-day waiting period. OPD consultations and transport allowances are not included in the scheme's coverage. Distractors A and B are partially correct but do not fully represent exclusions, while D is a common misconception.

Answer

A. Treatment for pre-existing diseases after a waiting period of 30 days

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B. Coverage for both secondary and tertiary care hospitalizations

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D. Provision for transport allowance for economically weaker sections

Question 9

Which endocrine gland is responsible for regulating metabolism, energy levels, and body temperature?

Accepted Answer

C. Thyroid gland — The thyroid gland produces hormones (T3 and T4) that are crucial for regulating the body's metabolic rate, influencing energy levels, body temperature, and growth. The adrenal glands produce stress hormones, the pancreas regulates blood sugar, and the pituitary gland is the 'master gland' controlling many other endocrine glands but not directly metabolism as its primary role.

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A. Adrenal gland

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B. Pancreas

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D. Pituitary gland

Question 10

India's Look East Policy (1991) became:

Accepted Answer

Act East Policy (2014 under Modi) — PV Narasimha Rao launched Look East (1991). Modi upgraded to Act East (2014) — emphasising active engagement with ASEAN, Japan, Korea, Pacific.

Answer

Look West

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Look North

Answer

Look South

LDC Mixed Practice Test #576