LDC Mixed Practice Test #663

Question 1

If CAT=3120, DOG=?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

4157 — C=3,A=1,T=20. D=4,O=15,G=7. DOG = 4157.‌​‍

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4164

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41517

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4157

Question 2

Sree Narayana Guru's declaration of 'One Caste, One Religion, One God for Man' was a cornerstone of the Kerala Renaissance. Which of the following best exemplifies the practical implementation of this philosophy to challenge social stratification and promote human dignity in early 20th century Kerala?

Accepted Answer

C. Advocating for universal education and the establishment of schools accessible to all castes, irrespective of their social standing. — Sree Narayana Guru profoundly believed in education as a primary means for social upliftment and achieving human dignity. His advocacy for and establishment of schools accessible to all castes directly challenged the existing caste-based social stratification by providing equal opportunities for knowledge and progress. While Aruvippuram Pratishta challenged religious discrimination and the Sarvadharma Sammelanam promoted religious harmony, universal education offered a more comprehensive and practical pathway to dismantle social barriers and empower individuals across all communities. SNDP was

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A. The Aruvippuram Pratishta, where he consecrated a Shiva idol, challenging the Brahminical monopoly over religious rituals.

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B. The formation of the Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana Yogam (SNDP) to unite the Ezhava community for collective action.

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D. Organizing the 'Sarvadharma Sammelanam' at Aluva, emphasizing religious harmony and the common essence of all faiths.

Question 3

The 42nd Amendment (1976) is often called:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mini Constitution — The 42nd Amendment is called the 'Mini Constitution' because it made extensive changes — added Secular, Socialist, Integrity to the Preamble, added Fundamental Duties, and gave DPSPs primacy over FRs.‌​‍

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People's Amendment

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Reform Amendment

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Democratic Amendment

Question 4

Modern democracy is also called 'Constitutionalism' because:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Government actions are limited by a written constitution — Constitutionalism = government bound by constitutional limits; rule of law.‌​‍

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It has no limits

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Only the constitution rules, no elections

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It requires divine sanction

Question 5

A new solid oral dosage form is highly hygroscopic and susceptible to degradation in the presence of moisture. Which type of primary packaging material would be most effective in protecting this product from atmospheric moisture?

Accepted Answer

C. Aluminum foil blister packs — Aluminum foil provides an excellent, nearly impermeable barrier to moisture and gases, making it the most effective choice for protecting highly hygroscopic drugs. HDPE offers good moisture protection but is not as absolute as aluminum. PVC has poor moisture barrier properties, and LDPE offers even less protection than HDPE.

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A. High-density polyethylene (HDPE) bottles

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B. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) blister packs

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D. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) bags

Question 6

Largest producer of tea:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

China — China (India second).‌​‍

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India

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Kenya

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Sri Lanka

Question 7

Bystander effect — Kitty Genovese case led to study by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Latané and Darley — diffusion of responsibility — Presence of others reduces helping behavior. Social loafing similar phenomenon.‌​‍

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Asch

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Freud

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Milgram

Question 8

Antonym of FAR:

Accepted Answer

Near — Far ↔ near.

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Distant

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Away

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Remote

Question 9

Which of the following is the primary purpose of using a video recording in microteaching?

Accepted Answer

B. To allow self-assessment and peer critique of teaching performance — The primary purpose of video recording in microteaching is to facilitate self-assessment and peer critique, enabling teachers to analyze and improve their skills. While it may serve other purposes, this is the core benefit of the tool.

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A. To create a permanent record for administrative purposes

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C. To replace the need for a live audience during practice

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D. To demonstrate the lesson to students for later review

Question 10

Who is known as the 'Father of the Indian Constitution'?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar — Dr. ‌​‍B.R. Ambedkar is known as the Father of the Indian Constitution. ‌​‍He was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constituent Assembly.

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Mahatma Gandhi

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Sardar Patel

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Jawaharlal Nehru

LDC Mixed Practice Test #663