LDC Mixed Practice Test #803

Question 1

Kerala Water Resources Dept:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Both different — Separate entities.‌​‍

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One

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KWA

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KWRD / WRD

Question 2

Antonym of AFFLUENT:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Impoverished — Affluent = wealthy. Antonym = impoverished.‌​‍

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Rich

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Abundant

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Prosperous

Question 3

World Heritage Day is observed on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

18 April — 18 April — International Day for Monuments and Sites. ‌​‍India has 42 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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16 April

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17 April

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22 April

Question 4

Which among the following is NOT a function of the Grama Panchayat in Kerala under the 3-tier Panchayati Raj system?

Accepted Answer

C. Supervising the working of the State Election Commission in local body elections — Supervising the State Election Commission is not a function of the Grama Panchayat. While Grama Panchayats handle local governance, tax collection, and public works, election supervision is a constitutional authority vested in the Election Commission of India. Options A, B, and D are core functions of Grama Panchayats as per the Kerala Panchayati Raj Act, 1994.

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A. Preparation and implementation of annual plans for economic development and social justice

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B. Levying and collecting taxes on professions, trades, and callings within its jurisdiction

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D. Management and maintenance of public streets, water supply, and drainage works

Question 5

Which of the following cognitive changes in adolescence is most closely linked to improved problem-solving skills?

Accepted Answer

C. Enhanced metacognitive abilities — Metacognition (C) refers to the ability to think about one's own thinking, which improves during adolescence and enhances problem-solving skills. Hypothetical reasoning (A) and abstract thinking (D) increase rather than decrease, while concrete thinking (B) is a limitation of earlier stages.

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A. Decreased use of hypothetical reasoning

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B. Increased reliance on concrete thinking

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D. Reduced abstract thinking capacity

Question 6

'On the horns of a dilemma' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Facing difficult choice — Faced with two difficult alternatives.‌​‍

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Dangerous

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Bull fighting

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Horn music

Question 7

NEP 2020 emphasizes Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for teachers, mandating a minimum of 50 hours per year. What is the primary objective of this emphasis on regular CPD for teachers within the framework of NEP and SCERT's initiatives?

Accepted Answer

B. To ensure teachers are updated with the latest pedagogical approaches, subject content, and technology for improved student outcomes. — The primary objective of mandatory Continuous Professional Development (CPD) under NEP 2020 is to empower teachers with updated knowledge, innovative pedagogical skills, and effective use of technology. This ensures they can adapt to evolving educational needs, enhance teaching-learning processes, and ultimately improve student learning outcomes and holistic development.

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A. To increase the administrative workload of teachers by introducing new reporting requirements.

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C. To facilitate a hierarchical promotion system based solely on the number of training hours completed.

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D. To replace traditional classroom teaching with online learning modules for teachers.

Question 8

Aarogyasetu app was launched during:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

COVID-19 pandemic 2020 — AarogyaSetu was a COVID-19 contact tracing app launched in April 2020 during the pandemic.‌​‍

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Swine Flu 2015

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Demonetisation 2016

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Dengue outbreak 2017

Question 9

A teacher wants to implement an activity that aligns with the principles of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT). Which of the following activities would be most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

C. Students engage in a role-play scenario to order food at a restaurant. — CLT prioritizes activities that require students to use language for meaningful communication and interaction, such as role-plays, problem-solving tasks, and information gaps. Options A and B are typical of the Audio-lingual Method, focusing on repetition and structural accuracy respectively, while D, though a listening exercise, does not inherently promote communicative interaction in the way role-play does.

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A. Students repeat dialogues verbatim after the teacher.

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B. Students complete a gap-fill exercise focusing on verb conjugations.

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D. Students listen to a recording and write down every word they hear.

Question 10

President's Rule is imposed under:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Article 356 — Article 356 allows President's Rule when state constitutional machinery fails.‌​‍

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Article 352

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Article 360

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Article 370

LDC Mixed Practice Test #803