LDC Mixed Practice Test #917

Question 1

In a primary school, a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) faces challenges in peer interaction and sensory overload. Which inclusive practice aligns with both RTE 2009 and RPwD Act 2016?

Accepted Answer

B. Designing a sensory-friendly classroom environment with flexible seating and reduced noise — Both RTE 2009 (Section 24) and RPwD Act 2016 emphasize creating supportive classroom environments. Segregation (A) and exclusion (C, D) violate inclusion principles. Sensory-friendly adaptations (B) are evidence-based and legally mandated for children with ASD.

Answer

A. Segregating the child during recess to avoid peer conflicts

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C. Requiring the child to participate in all group activities without accommodations

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D. Providing one-on-one academic tuition only, excluding social skill development

Question 2

The National Security Guard (NSG) works under which Union Ministry?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ministry of Home Affairs — NSG is a specialized counter-terrorism unit under the Ministry of Home Affairs.‌​‍

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Ministry of Communications

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Ministry of Commerce and Industry

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Ministry of Culture

Question 3

SHG model in Kerala:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kudumbashree (~46 lakh members) — Massive grassroots network.‌​‍

Answer

Urban only

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Few members

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Rural only

Question 4

Kerala Kalamandalam located at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cheruthuruthy — Cheruthuruthy, Thrissur district.‌​‍

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Thrissur

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Palakkad

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Malappuram

Question 5

First newspaper in Malayalam:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rajyasamacharam — Rajyasamacharam (1847, Hermann Gundert).‌​‍

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Malayala Manorama

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Deepika

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Mathrubhumi

Question 6

Out of 250 Rajya Sabha members, how many are nominated by the President?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

12 — Art. ‌​‍80: 12 members nominated for expertise in arts, science, literature, social service.

Answer

2

Answer

16

Answer

10

Question 7

A citizen in a rural area of Kerala wishes to appeal against a decision made by the Grama Panchayat regarding a building permit, citing procedural irregularities and alleged malpractices. Within the established administrative and grievance redressal structure of Kerala's local self-government, to which of the following specialized authorities should this appeal primarily be directed for an impartial review and inquiry?

Accepted Answer

C. Ombudsman for Local Self Government Institutions — The Ombudsman for Local Self Government Institutions in Kerala is a statutory body specifically constituted to inquire into allegations of maladministration, corruption, and irregularities in local self-government bodies, including Grama Panchayats. This body provides an independent and impartial mechanism for citizens to seek redress against decisions or actions of LSGIs. While the District Collector and BDO have administrative roles, they are not the primary appellate authorities for such specific grievances against panchayat decisions.

Answer

A. District Collector

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B. Block Development Officer (BDO)

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D. Secretary, Local Self Government Department

Question 8

Japan-India bullet train 2024:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mumbai-Ahmedabad progressing — Under construction.‌​‍

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No progress

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Completed

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Abandoned

Question 9

A surgical instrument needs to be free of all microorganisms, including bacterial spores, before being used in an invasive procedure. Which process is essential to achieve this level of cleanliness?

Accepted Answer

D. Sterilization. — Sterilization is the process that destroys or eliminates all forms of microbial life, including highly resistant bacterial spores, making it essential for instruments used in invasive procedures. Disinfection reduces the number of pathogenic microorganisms but does not necessarily kill spores. Antisepsis applies to living tissue, and sanitization reduces contamination to safe levels.

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A. Disinfection.

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B. Antisepsis.

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C. Sanitization.

Question 10

What technology did the first generation of computers primarily use?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Vacuum Tubes — First generation computers (1940-1956) used vacuum tubes. ‌​‍ENIAC was the first general-purpose electronic computer.

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Transistors

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Integrated Circuits

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Microprocessors

LDC Mixed Practice Test #917