LGS Mixed Practice Test #37

Question 1

The 'Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan' (SSA) in Kerala is implemented under which of the following government initiatives?

Accepted Answer

A. Right to Education (RTE) Act — Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) is a flagship programme of the Government of India to implement the Right to Education (RTE) Act, ensuring free and compulsory education for children aged 6-14 years. Mid-day meals and RUSA are separate schemes, while the National Literacy Mission focuses on adult education.

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B. National Programme of Mid-Day Meals in Schools

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C. Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA)

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D. National Literacy Mission Authority

Question 2

The first travelogue in Malayalam:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Varthamanappusthakam — Varthamanappusthakam by Paremmakkal Thoma Kathanar (1785).‌​‍

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Indulekha

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Malabar Manual

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Ramacharitam

Question 3

Monocot vs Dicot — seed leaves:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1 vs 2 — Monocot has 1 cotyledon, dicot has 2.‌​‍

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Varies

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2 vs 1

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Same

Question 4

Which of the following is a common chemical disinfectant used for municipal water treatment to kill bacteria and viruses?

Accepted Answer

B. Chlorine — Chlorine and its compounds are widely used in municipal water treatment plants as disinfectants due to their effectiveness in killing most bacteria and viruses, making the water safe for consumption. Sodium chloride is table salt, calcium carbonate is limestone, and magnesium sulfate is Epsom salt; none are primary water disinfectants.

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A. Sodium chloride

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C. Calcium carbonate

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D. Magnesium sulfate

Question 5

Peacock:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

All — National Bird since 1963.‌​‍

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National bird

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Sacred

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State bird

Question 6

Kerala's Folk Dances:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Thiruvathira, Kaikottikkali, Oppana, Margamkali, Duffmuttu — Several folk forms.‌​‍

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Two

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Only one

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Three

Question 7

A convex lens is also called a:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Converging lens — Convex lenses bring parallel light rays to a focus.‌​‍

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Diverging lens

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Cylindrical lens

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Plano lens

Question 8

Which of the following statements accurately distinguishes the fundamental nature and primary strategic focus of BRICS, SAARC, and ASEAN?

Accepted Answer

C. ASEAN's foundational goal is to promote regional peace, stability, and economic cooperation in Southeast Asia, while BRICS emerged as an economic grouping of major emerging economies aiming to reform the global financial architecture. — ASEAN's foundational pillars encompass promoting regional peace, stability, and economic cooperation within Southeast Asia. BRICS emerged as an economic grouping of major emerging economies, aiming to enhance their collective influence in global economic governance and advocate for a more multipolar world order. The other options inaccurately describe the core objectives or strategic priorities of these organizations.

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A. BRICS was primarily established as a military alliance to counter Western influence, while SAARC and ASEAN are solely focused on cultural exchange and tourism promotion.

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B. SAARC's main objective is to create a common currency and a single market across South Asia, whereas ASEAN prioritizes humanitarian aid and disaster relief as its core mission.

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D. BRICS emphasizes political integration and democratic governance among its members, distinct from SAARC and ASEAN which are primarily concerned with bilateral trade agreements.

Question 9

Merryland Studios:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

TVM — TVM — Subramanyam Studios.‌​‍

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Ernakulam

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Thrissur

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Alappuzha

Question 10

Jaundice affects which organ?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Liver — Jaundice = excess bilirubin in blood due to liver malfunction. ‌​‍Causes yellow skin/eyes.

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Heart

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Lungs

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Kidneys

LGS Mixed Practice Test #37