LDC Mixed Practice Test #613

Question 1

Kottayam district since:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1956 — Formation at Kerala birth.‌​‍

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1960

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1947

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1970

Question 2

Kerala Calendar year starts (Chingam):

Accepted Answer

August-September — Chingam 1 = around mid-August.

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January

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April

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October

Question 3

Unstarred question answered:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

In writing — Written answer, no supplementaries.‌​‍

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Not answered

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Orally

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By PM

Question 4

Edamalayar dam:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ernakulam — On Periyar's tributary.‌​‍

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Palakkad

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Kottayam

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Idukki

Question 5

The LM (50 Millesimal) potencies are known for their unique preparation and administration. What is the dilution factor at each step in the preparation of an LM potency?

Accepted Answer

C. 1:50,000 (Millesimal scale). — LM (50 Millesimal) potencies are prepared by a distinct method where one part of the previous potency is diluted with 50,000 parts of the vehicle (often a mixture of alcohol and water) at each successive step. This results in an extremely high dilution factor, distinguishing them from decimal (1:10) or centesimal (1:100) scales.

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A. 1:100 (Centesimal scale).

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B. 1:500 (Intermediate between X and C).

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D. 1:1,000 (Thousand-fold dilution).

Question 6

Glycolysis is a fundamental metabolic pathway that occurs in the cytoplasm of cells. What is the net production of ATP molecules directly from one molecule of glucose during anaerobic glycolysis?

Accepted Answer

B. 2 ATP — During anaerobic glycolysis, one molecule of glucose is broken down into two molecules of pyruvate, producing a net gain of 2 ATP molecules through substrate-level phosphorylation. The higher numbers (30-38 ATP) refer to the total ATP yield from complete aerobic respiration, not just anaerobic glycolysis.

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A. 30-32 ATP

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C. 8 ATP

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D. 38 ATP

Question 7

S. Jaishankar:‌​‍

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EAM — External Affairs Minister.‌​‍

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Home

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Defence

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PM

Question 8

Marayoor in Idukki is famous for:

Accepted Answer

Natural sandalwood forests — Marayoor is the only place in Kerala with natural sandalwood forests and is also known for jaggery production.

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Coffee plantations

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Rubber estates

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Teak plantations

Question 9

Which of the following institutions is responsible for advising the Kerala government on matters related to administrative reforms and public administration?

Accepted Answer

C. Kerala State Institute of Public Administration and Rural Development (KSIPARD) — The Kerala State Institute of Public Administration and Rural Development (KSIPARD) is tasked with advising the government on administrative reforms and public administration. The Public Service Commission handles recruitment, the Administrative Tribunal deals with service matters, and the Vigilance Bureau focuses on anti-corruption, making them incorrect.

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A. Kerala Public Service Commission

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B. Kerala Administrative Tribunal

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D. Kerala State Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau

Question 10

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a therapeutic diet for a patient with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus?

Accepted Answer

B. Controlled carbohydrate intake with emphasis on low glycemic index foods — A therapeutic diet for Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus focuses on controlling carbohydrate intake and selecting low glycemic index foods to manage blood glucose levels. High carbohydrate or unrestricted fat intake is contraindicated.

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A. High carbohydrate content with low protein

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C. Unrestricted fat intake with high sugar foods allowed

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D. Increased protein intake without considering carbohydrate content

LDC Mixed Practice Test #613