LDC Mixed Practice Test #806

Question 1

The synonym of 'PRUDENT' is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Wise — Prudent = wise, showing care and thought for the future.‌​‍

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Reckless

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Foolish

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Brave

Question 2

'One of the boys ___ absent today.'‌​‍

Accepted Answer

is — 'One of the…' + singular verb 'is'.‌​‍

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have been

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are

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were

Question 3

G20 African Union:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Added permanent 2023 — AU permanent member since Delhi 2023.‌​‍

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Observer

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Not member

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Waiting

Question 4

The Singur-Nandigram protests (2007-08) in West Bengal were against:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Land acquisition for Tata Nano plant + SEZ — Mamata Banerjee-led protests against forcible land acquisition. ‌​‍Tata Nano plant moved to Sanand (Gujarat) in 2008. Helped TMC win 2011 WB elections.

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Industrial corridor

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Nuclear plant

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Mining

Question 5

India's 'Neighbourhood First Policy' is a cornerstone of its foreign policy. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects the core principle guiding this policy?

Accepted Answer

C. Fostering mutually beneficial partnerships through enhanced connectivity, trade, and people-to-people exchanges, while respecting sovereign equality. — Option C most accurately reflects the core principle of India's 'Neighbourhood First Policy'. This policy aims to build strong, friendly, and mutually beneficial relations with its immediate neighbours by emphasizing enhanced connectivity, increased trade, cultural exchanges, and respect for their sovereignty. Options A, B, and D present either misinterpretations or secondary aspects that do not capture the foundational principle of cooperative and inclusive growth.

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A. Prioritizing military alliances with immediate neighbours to ensure regional security against external threats.

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B. Establishing India as the undisputed economic hegemon in South Asia to drive regional development.

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D. Utilizing economic aid and infrastructure projects primarily as a tool to gain strategic advantage over rival regional powers.

Question 6

'The news ___ bad':‌​‍

Accepted Answer

is — News is uncountable, singular.‌​‍

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are

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were

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have been

Question 7

ARPANET was the precursor of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Internet — ARPANET (1969, US Defense) was the precursor of the modern internet.‌​‍

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Television

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Mobile phones

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GPS

Question 8

Antonym of MISTAKE:‌​‍

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Correct — Mistake ↔ correct.‌​‍

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Fault

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Error

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Blunder

Question 9

A student scores high on Sternberg's Sternberg Triarchic Abilities Test (STAT) in the 'practical intelligence' component. Which of the following scenarios BEST illustrates this type of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

C. Adapting to a new school environment by learning unwritten social norms. — Sternberg's practical intelligence refers to the ability to apply knowledge to real-world situations and adapt to environmental demands. Scenario C exemplifies this by describing the student's skill in navigating social contexts, a hallmark of practical intelligence. The other options align with analytical intelligence (A), creative intelligence (B), or rote memorization (D).

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A. Solving complex algebraic equations quickly.

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B. Composing a poem using metaphors and rhymes.

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D. Memorizing historical dates and events for a test.

Question 10

Art 19(2) allows restrictions on speech for:

Accepted Answer

Sovereignty, security, public order, morality, defamation — Reasonable restrictions.

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Any reason

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Economic reasons

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Religious reasons only

LDC Mixed Practice Test #806