LDC Mixed Practice Test #745

Question 1

Kerala's Rajya Sabha seats:

Accepted Answer

9 — 9 seats.

Answer

6

Answer

12

Answer

14

Question 2

Political Parties registered under:

Accepted Answer

Representation of People Act 1951 — Registered under RPA 1951 Section 29A.

Answer

RPI

Answer

ECI Act

Answer

Constitution directly

Question 3

The Kerala government is actively promoting the diversification of agricultural practices beyond traditional cash crops like rubber and coconut. Which of the following is the MOST crucial long-term economic benefit expected from this diversification strategy for small and marginal farmers in the state?

Accepted Answer

B. Enhanced resilience against market price fluctuations and climate risks. — Agricultural diversification helps small and marginal farmers mitigate risks by reducing their dependence on a single crop, making them less vulnerable to price volatility and adverse climate events. This enhanced resilience provides long-term economic stability, which is crucial for their livelihoods. While other options represent potential benefits, risk mitigation is the most fundamental economic advantage of diversification for this vulnerable group.

Answer

A. Increased export opportunities for niche agricultural products.

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C. Reduction in the overall cost of cultivation through integrated farming.

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D. Greater availability of agricultural credit and insurance schemes.

Question 4

India's first bullet train route:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mumbai-Ahmedabad — Mumbai-Ahmedabad High Speed Rail (under construction).‌​‍

Answer

Chennai-Bangalore

Answer

Delhi-Mumbai

Answer

Delhi-Kolkata

Question 5

Choose the right article: '___ apple a day keeps the doctor away.'

Accepted Answer

An — 'Apple' starts with vowel sound → 'an'.

Answer

A

Answer

The

Answer

No article

Question 6

Synonym of ASSIDUOUS:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Diligent — Showing great care and perseverance.‌​‍

Answer

Lazy

Answer

Quick

Answer

Careless

Question 7

'I would rather you ___ indoors.'‌​‍

Accepted Answer

didn't smoke — 'Would rather' + past simple (didn't smoke) to express a present preference about someone else.‌​‍

Answer

don't smoke

Answer

doesn't smoke

Answer

won't smoke

Question 8

Enforcement Directorate (ED) set up:

Accepted Answer

1956 — 1956 under Economic Affairs; now under Revenue.

Answer

1960

Answer

1978

Answer

1985

Question 9

A regional planner is tasked with identifying areas most susceptible to severe flooding during monsoon seasons in Kerala, while also considering regions prone to significant soil erosion and landslides. Which two physiographic regions would likely be prioritized for flood mitigation and landslide prevention measures, respectively?

Accepted Answer

C. Lowland for flooding, Highland for landslides. — The Lowland region, being flat, low-lying, and crisscrossed by numerous rivers and backwaters, is highly vulnerable to severe flooding, especially during heavy monsoons. In contrast, the Highland region, with its steep slopes, high rainfall, and often fragile geological formations, is most susceptible to significant soil erosion and landslides, necessitating targeted prevention measures. Midland and Coastal Plain have varying degrees of these issues but are not the primary zones for the 'most susceptible' criteria as described.

Answer

A. Midland for flooding, Lowland for landslides.

Answer

B. Highland for flooding, Coastal Plain for landslides.

Answer

D. Coastal Plain for flooding, Midland for landslides.

Question 10

Which Fundamental Right is available to foreigners in India?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Article 14 — Article 14 (equality before law) applies to all 'persons', including foreigners.‌​‍

Answer

Article 16

Answer

Article 15

Answer

Article 19

LDC Mixed Practice Test #745