LDC Mixed Practice Test #982

Question 1

Budget presented by:‌​‍

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FM in Lok Sabha first — FM in Lok Sabha; Art 112 Annual Financial Statement.‌​‍

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Finance Minister

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PM

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President

Question 2

The official language of the United Nations does NOT include:

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Hindi — The 6 official UN languages are English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, and Arabic. Hindi is NOT a UN official language.

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Chinese

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Arabic

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French

Question 3

Following the Travancore-Kochi merger on July 1, 1949, and the formation of the United State of Travancore and Cochin, which of the following statements accurately describes a key administrative or political arrangement established at its inception?

Accepted Answer

C. The Maharaja of Travancore was designated as the Rajpramukh, and a new council of ministers was formed with representatives from both former states. — The merger agreement stipulated that the Maharaja of Travancore, Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma, would serve as the Rajpramukh of the United State of Travancore and Cochin. A new council of ministers, comprising members from both erstwhile states, was subsequently sworn in to govern the new entity, marking a significant political and administrative restructuring. The capital remained Thiruvananthapuram, and while a unified High Court was established, the appointment of the Rajpramukh and formation of the ministry were fundamental constitutional arrangements.

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A. The Maharaja of Cochin was appointed as the permanent Rajpramukh, signifying Cochin's seniority in the new union.

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B. The new state immediately adopted a unified High Court system with its seat at Ernakulam, integrating the judicial structures of both princely states.

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D. The capital of the newly formed state was temporarily shifted to Kochi, awaiting a plebiscite to determine the permanent capital.

Question 4

The Punnapra-Vayalar Uprising (1946) in Travancore was a pivotal event distinct from other freedom struggles. Which of the following best describes its core character and immediate triggers?

Accepted Answer

C. An armed insurrection, primarily led by the Communist Party, against the autocratic rule of Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer and his 'American Model' constitution, fueled by severe socio-economic grievances. — The Punnapra-Vayalar Uprising was an armed revolt predominantly led by the Communist Party against the oppressive rule of Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer, particularly his proposal for an 'Independent Travancore' with an 'American Model' constitution, which was perceived as anti-democratic. The uprising was deeply rooted in the severe socio-economic distress of workers and peasants in the Alappuzha region, making it distinct from purely nationalist or social reform movements. Options A, B, and D misrepresent the leadership, nature, and primary objectives of the uprising.

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A. A demand for complete independence from British rule, initiated by the Travancore State Congress.

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B. A large-scale peasant revolt against feudal landlords, similar to the Malabar Rebellion, but without political leadership.

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D. A non-violent civil disobedience movement aimed at achieving temple entry rights for lower castes, following the Vaikom Satyagraha model.

Question 5

Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 is worth:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rs 10,000 crore — DPIIT notified Startup India FoF 2.0 worth Rs 10,000 crore in April 2026.‌​‍

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Rs 5,000 crore

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Rs 15,000 crore

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Rs 20,000 crore

Question 6

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes the integration of vocational education into mainstream education. Which of the following best describes the approach for this integration in schools?

Accepted Answer

A. Students can opt for vocational subjects as elective courses alongside academic subjects from Grade 6 onwards, including internships. — NEP 2020 advocates for integrating vocational education into mainstream schooling from Grade 6 onwards, allowing students to choose vocational subjects as electives and providing opportunities for internships. This approach aims to break down rigid separations between academic and vocational streams, making vocational education accessible and respected. It does not propose a separate stream for non-qualifiers, mandatory trades from Grade 1, or limiting vocational training to specialized schools.

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B. Vocational education will be a separate, parallel stream for students who do not qualify for academic courses after Grade 8.

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C. All students will be mandatorily assigned a vocational trade from Grade 1, irrespective of their interest.

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D. Vocational training will be offered only in specialized vocational schools, completely separate from general education schools.

Question 7

Which of the following parts of the human brain is primarily responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture?

Accepted Answer

B. Cerebellum — The cerebellum, often called the 'little brain', plays a crucial role in motor control, coordinating voluntary movements such as posture, balance, coordination, and speech. The cerebrum is responsible for higher functions like thought and voluntary action, the medulla oblongata controls vital autonomic functions, and the thalamus acts as a relay station for sensory information.

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A. Cerebrum

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C. Medulla Oblongata

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D. Thalamus

Question 8

Synonym of 'alienable':‌​‍

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All of these — Alienable (legal) = capable of being transferred/conveyed.‌​‍

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Transferrable

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Conveyable

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Negotiable

Question 9

A thesaurus gives:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Synonyms and antonyms — Thesaurus lists words of similar/opposite meanings.‌​‍

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Word meanings

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Grammar rules

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Maps

Question 10

What is the typical photon energy of visible light?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

~1-3 eV — E = hc/λ. ~1.8 eV (red) to ~3.1 eV (violet). UV and X-rays higher energy.‌​‍

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~1 GeV

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~1 keV

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~1 MeV

LDC Mixed Practice Test #982