LDC Mixed Practice Test #986

Question 1

A nationwide consensus emerges among states regarding the need for uniform legislation on 'Public Order' (a State List subject) to effectively combat a new form of organized crime that transcends state boundaries. Considering the principles of cooperative federalism, which constitutional mechanism would be most appropriate for the Union Parliament to enact such a law, ensuring state concurrence and applicability?

Accepted Answer

C. Two or more State Legislatures passing resolutions requesting Parliament to legislate on 'Public Order' under Article 252. — Article 252 of the Indian Constitution provides a mechanism where Parliament can legislate on a State List subject if two or more state legislatures pass resolutions requesting it. This approach is highly collaborative and respects federal principles as it relies on the explicit consent of states. Other options involve emergency powers (less collaborative), temporary measures (Article 249), or administrative directives (Article 256, not legislative power).

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A. Parliament exercising its power to legislate on any subject during a Proclamation of National Emergency under Article 352.

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B. The Rajya Sabha declaring 'Public Order' as a matter of national interest by a resolution under Article 249.

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D. The Union government issuing executive directions to states under Article 256 to implement a common policy on organized crime.

Question 2

According to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, achieving Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) for all children is a critical mission. Which of the following age groups is primarily targeted by this mission?

Accepted Answer

B. 3-8 years — NEP 2020 emphasizes achieving universal Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) by focusing on children in the 3-8 years age group, which encompasses the Anganwadi/preschool and early primary grades (Grade 1 and 2). This stage is crucial for building a strong base for all future learning. The other age groups correspond to later stages of education.

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A. 14-18 years

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C. 18-24 years

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D. 8-11 years

Question 3

The emergency due to the breakdown of constitutional machinery in a state:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Art. 356 — Article 356 — President's Rule.‌​‍

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Art. 360

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Art. 352

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Art. 357

Question 4

In the same reaction (Zn + CuSO₄), copper ion is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Reduced — Cu²⁺ + 2e⁻ → Cu; Cu²⁺ gains electrons → reduction.‌​‍

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Oxidised

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A catalyst

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Unchanged

Question 5

Indian sociology's pioneer who studied Tribes (1934: The Aborigines) was:

Accepted Answer

G. S. Ghurye — Ghurye's 'The Aborigines — So Called — And Their Future' (1943) — argued tribals are 'backward Hindus'. Contrasted with Verrier Elwin's protectionist view.

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Dr. B. R. Ambedkar

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Verrier Elwin

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Irawati Karve

Question 6

A psychologist administers an IQ test to a child and finds a high score in logical-mathematical reasoning but a low score in interpersonal skills. If the psychologist applies Gardner's MI theory to interpret these scores, what is the MOST appropriate conclusion?

Accepted Answer

B. The child has strong logical intelligence but weak social intelligence, indicating a need for targeted interventions. — Gardner's MI theory allows for high performance in one intelligence (e.g., logical-mathematical) while another (e.g., interpersonal) may be weaker. The psychologist would conclude that the child excels in logical reasoning but may struggle socially, requiring interventions to develop interpersonal skills. Option A misapplies Spearman's 'g' factor, while Option C incorrectly dismisses the test's validity. Option D conflates interpersonal skills with emotional intelligence, which Gardner treats as a distinct domain.

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A. The child has a low overall IQ and may need special education.

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C. The IQ test is invalid because it does not measure all forms of intelligence.

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D. The child's low interpersonal score suggests a deficit in emotional intelligence.

Question 7

Jurisdiction of HC over UT:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Some HCs — Several UTs under various HCs (e.g., Delhi has own, Chandigarh under Punjab-Haryana HC).‌​‍

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Supreme Court

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All UTs have own

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None

Question 8

What is the condition for a function's critical points?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

f'(x) = 0 or undefined — Second derivative test: f''(c) > 0 min; < 0 max; = 0 inconclusive.‌​‍

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f(x) = 0

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f''(x) = 0

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Always at endpoints

Question 9

Lake Michigan in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

USA only — Entirely in USA (unique Great Lake).‌​‍

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US-Canada

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Canada

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Mexico

Question 10

Thunchath Ezhuthachan, the father of Malayalam literature, was from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Malappuram — Thunchath Ezhuthachan was born in Tirur, Malappuram district. ‌​‍His birthplace is now a memorial.

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Kozhikode

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Palakkad

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Thrissur

LDC Mixed Practice Test #986