LDC Mixed Practice Test #961

Question 1

A special phenomenon seen only in the Arabian Sea (off Kerala coast):‌​‍

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Chakara — Chakara — a unique sea phenomenon off Kerala coast in monsoon, large fish gathering due to mud bank formation.‌​‍

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Tides

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Coral Reefs

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Loo

Question 2

National Education Day in India is celebrated annually on November 11th. Which of the following is the primary reason for choosing this specific date for its observance?

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B. It marks the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India's first Education Minister. — National Education Day is celebrated on November 11th to honor the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, who served as India's first Union Minister of Education. His significant contributions to establishing the education system in independent India are recognized on this day, highlighting the importance of education for national development. Options A, C, and D are incorrect as they refer to different historical events or institutions not directly associated with the chosen date for National Education Day.

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A. It commemorates the adoption of the Indian Constitution, emphasizing education's role.

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C. It signifies the day when the Right to Education Act was fully implemented across the nation.

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D. It celebrates the establishment of the University Grants Commission, a key educational body.

Question 3

Despite its immense popularity in several Commonwealth nations, cricket has only made sporadic appearances in the Olympic Games, with efforts ongoing for its re-inclusion. Considering the demands of a multi-sport event, which format of cricket is most widely discussed for potential Olympic inclusion, and why?

Accepted Answer

C. Twenty20 (T20) cricket, owing to its shorter duration, fast-paced action, and appeal to a broader global audience. — Twenty20 (T20) cricket is the most widely discussed format for Olympic inclusion because its shorter duration (around 3 hours per match) fits well within the tight scheduling constraints of a multi-sport event. Its fast-paced, high-scoring nature is also more appealing to a diverse global audience and aligns with the Olympic desire for dynamic, accessible sports. Test and ODI formats are too lengthy for the Olympics, and 'The Hundred' is a relatively new, regionally specific format, less likely for global adoption at this stage.

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A. Test Cricket, due to its historical significance and comprehensive display of skill.

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B. One-Day Internationals (ODIs), offering a balanced duration and strategic depth.

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D. The Hundred, as a newer, even shorter format designed for explosive entertainment.

Question 4

Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution are contained in:‌​‍

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Part III (Articles 12-35) — Part III of the Constitution enshrines Fundamental Rights, justiciable via Articles 32 and 226.‌​‍

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Part IV

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Part II

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Part IVA

Question 5

The Cochin International Airport is the first in the world to be:‌​‍

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Fully solar powered — CIAL became the world's first airport fully powered by solar energy in 2015.‌​‍

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Built on water

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Privately owned

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Underground

Question 6

Kerala's state flower:‌​‍

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Kanikonna (Golden Shower) — Kanikonna (Cassia fistula) — Golden Shower flower.‌​‍

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Rose

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Neelakurinji

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Lotus

Question 7

Antonym of OPAQUE:‌​‍

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Transparent — Opaque = not transparent. Antonym = transparent.‌​‍

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Thick

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Cloudy

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Dark

Question 8

International Solar Alliance (ISA) was launched by India-France in:‌​‍

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2015 (COP21 Paris) — ISA launched by PM Modi + French President Hollande at COP21. ‌​‍HQ: Gurugram. 120+ member countries. ‌​‍Aim: scale up solar energy.

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Not yet

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2012

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2020

Question 9

The plural of 'goose' is:‌​‍

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Geese — Irregular plural: goose → geese.‌​‍

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Gooses

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Geeses

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Gooses'

Question 10

If x, y, z are in AP, then y is called the:

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Arithmetic mean — y = (x+z)/2 — arithmetic mean of x and z when in AP.

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Geometric mean

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Median

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Mode

LDC Mixed Practice Test #961