LDC Mixed Practice Test #889

Question 1

Name of rain water harvest programme organised by Kerala Government:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Varsha — 'Varsha' — Kerala's rainwater harvesting programme.‌​‍

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Anugraha

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Harita

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Jalanidhi

Question 2

Baby horse:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Foal — Foal.‌​‍

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Calf

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Kid

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Cub

Question 3

Consider a situation where a particular State Government is perceived to be failing in implementing a critical national policy related to 'Public Order' (a State List subject), leading to significant inter-state repercussions. Which of the following constitutional provisions would most appropriately allow the Union Parliament to legislate on this matter, assuming there is no national emergency declared?

Accepted Answer

A. Article 249 (Power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the State List in the national interest). — Article 249 empowers the Parliament to legislate on a State List subject if the Rajya Sabha declares, by a 2/3rd majority, that it is necessary in the national interest. This mechanism allows for central legislative intervention without requiring state consent or the declaration of a national emergency. Article 252 requires the consent of the concerned states, Article 253 is specifically for international agreements, and Article 356 involves the imposition of President's Rule, which is a more drastic measure implying a complete breakdown of constitutional machinery, not merely legislative inte

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B. Article 252 (Power of Parliament to legislate for two or more States by consent and adoption of such legislation by any other State).

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C. Article 253 (Legislation for giving effect to international agreements).

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D. Article 356 (Provisions in case of failure of constitutional machinery in States).

Question 4

'Figure out' means:

Accepted Answer

Understand/solve — Understand or solve.

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Calculate figures

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Draw

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Plan

Question 5

Profit maximization condition:

Accepted Answer

MR = MC — Classical rule: produce where marginal revenue = marginal cost. In perfect competition, P = MR, so P = MC.

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P = MC

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MR > MC

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MR < MC

Question 6

A citizen files a detailed complaint with the Kerala State Election Commission (KSEC) alleging widespread discrepancies in the electoral rolls used for the recent municipal elections in their ward, leading to the disenfranchisement of several eligible voters. Which of the following actions is within the primary jurisdiction and powers of the KSEC to address this complaint effectively?

Accepted Answer

B. The KSEC is mandated to inquire into such complaints, and if the allegations are substantiated, it can order a revision of the electoral rolls and potentially declare the election in the affected ward null and void, necessitating a fresh poll. — The State Election Commissions (SECs) are constitutional bodies established under Article 243K and 243ZA of the Constitution of India, specifically for the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of all elections to the Panchayats and Municipalities. Therefore, the Kerala State Election Commission (KSEC) has the full authority to investigate complaints regarding electoral roll discrepancies in municipal elections, order revisions, and take necessary actions, including ordering fresh polls if irregularities are significant. Options A and C m

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A. The KSEC can direct the Election Commission of India to conduct a thorough investigation and oversee the re-preparation of electoral rolls for the affected municipality.

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C. The KSEC's role is primarily supervisory for the conduct of elections; the responsibility for electoral roll preparation and grievance redressal lies solely with the State Government's Local Self-Government Department.

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D. The KSEC should forward the complaint to the Kerala State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC) for investigation, as disenfranchisement due to electoral roll errors constitutes a violation of human rights.

Question 7

In the context of state-level 'Best Teacher' awards in Kerala, which of the following aspects is typically given the LEAST priority during the selection process?

Accepted Answer

D. The teacher's personal financial background and assets. — State-level 'Best Teacher' awards prioritize professional achievements such as innovative teaching, student development, and academic qualifications. A teacher's personal financial background and assets are irrelevant to their professional merit and contributions to education, and thus are given the least, if any, priority.

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A. Innovative teaching methodologies adopted by the teacher.

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B. Contribution to co-curricular activities and student development.

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C. Academic qualifications and years of service.

Question 8

Preamble amended how many times:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Once — Once — 42nd Amendment (1976).‌​‍

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Twice

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Thrice

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Never

Question 9

Section 377 read down in:

Accepted Answer

2018 — Navtej Johar v UoI (2018) — decriminalised homosexuality.

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2013

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2016

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2020

Question 10

How many Fundamental Duties:

Accepted Answer

11 — 11 Fundamental Duties (originally 10, 11th added by 86th Amendment).

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10

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12

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9

LDC Mixed Practice Test #889