LDC Mixed Practice Test #823

Question 1

The Western Ghats in Kerala is called:

Accepted Answer

Sahyadri — The Western Ghats running through Kerala are known as Sahyadri, forming the eastern boundary of the state.

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Nilgiris

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Anaimalai

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Cardamom Hills

Question 2

Impeachment of President is under:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Article 61 — Article 61: Only for 'violation of the Constitution'. ‌​‍Needs 1/4 of House to initiate, 2/3 of total membership of each House to pass. No President has been impeached.

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Article 144

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Article 56

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Article 124

Question 3

The meaning of the idiom 'cat and dog life' is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Constant arguments between couple — Living a cat-and-dog life = quarrelsome domestic life.‌​‍

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Loving pets

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Happy family

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Wild nature

Question 4

The 'Kerala State Education Policy 2016' emphasizes which of the following as a primary goal?

Accepted Answer

A. Universalization of early childhood education — The Kerala State Education Policy 2016 prioritizes universalization of early childhood education to ensure foundational learning. Option B is a component but not the primary goal. Options C and D are not central focuses of the policy.

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B. Complete digitization of school curriculum

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C. Reduction of school working hours

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D. Mandatory vocational training from Class IX

Question 5

'Bona fide' means:

Accepted Answer

Genuine — Latin — in good faith, genuine.

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Bad faith

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Unknown

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Official

Question 6

Independence Day:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

15 Aug — 15 August 1947.‌​‍

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26 Jan

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26 Nov

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30 Jan

Question 7

Cube root of 729:

Accepted Answer

9 — 9³=729.

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8

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7

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10

Question 8

During a microteaching session on the 'Skill of Explaining', the teacher trainee effectively uses analogies, provides relevant examples, and maintains a logical flow of ideas. Which component is least directly related to enhancing the 'Skill of Explaining' among the following?

Accepted Answer

C. Varying the voice pitch and gestures frequently. — While varying voice pitch and gestures (Stimulus Variation) can help maintain student attention during an explanation, it is a separate microteaching skill. The core components of the 'Skill of Explaining' are focused on clarity, logical sequencing, appropriate language, and the use of examples and analogies to convey information effectively.

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A. Using simple and appropriate language.

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B. Ensuring continuity in statements.

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D. Explaining with suitable examples.

Question 9

The three branches of government identified by Montesquieu in 'Spirit of Laws' (1748) are:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Executive, Legislative, Judicial — Montesquieu articulated the separation of powers doctrine — inspired US Constitution and modern democracies.‌​‍

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Monarchy, Oligarchy, Democracy

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Federal, State, Local

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Civil, Criminal, Revenue

Question 10

Chief Election Commissioner of India (April 2016):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Dr. Nasim Zaidi — Dr. Nasim Zaidi served as CEC from April 2015 to July 2017.‌​‍

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S.Y. Quraishi

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V.S. Sampath

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Sasidaran Nair

LDC Mixed Practice Test #823