LGS Mixed Practice Test #298

Question 1

First Jnanpith from Kerala:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

G. Sankara Kurup — G. Sankara Kurup (1965) — for Odakkuzhal.‌​‍

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Thakazhi

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Pottekkatt

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MT

Question 2

Kerala State Bird scientific name:‌​‍

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Buceros bicornis — Buceros bicornis — Great Indian Hornbill.‌​‍

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Pavo cristatus

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Corvus splendens

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Ardea alba

Question 3

Before initiating a research study involving human subjects, what is the primary purpose of obtaining informed consent from participants?

Accepted Answer

C. To ensure participants understand the study's purpose, risks, benefits, and their right to withdraw. — Informed consent is a fundamental ethical principle in research, ensuring that participants voluntarily agree to participate after fully understanding the study's nature, potential risks, benefits, and their rights, including the right to withdraw at any time without penalty. It upholds autonomy and protects participant welfare, not just researcher liability or data publication.

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A. To ensure participants will complete the entire study duration.

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B. To protect the researcher from legal liability.

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D. To obtain a written agreement for publishing their personal data.

Question 4

When was VVPAT first introduced?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2013 — Paper trail introduced 2013.‌​‍

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2010

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2019

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2017

Question 5

A 13-year-old boy spends an excessive amount of time grooming and worrying about his appearance before school, convinced that 'everyone will notice if my hair isn't perfect.' He also secretly believes that he can ride his bicycle without a helmet because 'accidents only happen to other people.' These two beliefs are examples of:

Accepted Answer

C. Adolescent egocentrism, specifically imaginary audience and personal fable — Adolescent egocentrism involves two distinct phenomena: the 'imaginary audience,' where adolescents believe they are constantly being watched and judged by others, and the 'personal fable,' where they believe they are unique and invulnerable to negative consequences. Both are characteristic cognitive biases during this developmental stage.

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A. Low self-esteem and risk-taking behavior

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B. Social anxiety disorder and a defiant personality

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D. The influence of media stereotypes and a desire for attention

Question 6

Kerala's model of development features:‌​‍

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Social development (health, education) with moderate income — 'Kerala model' — high HDI, literacy, life expectancy despite modest per-capita income. ‌​‍Land reform, public health.

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Heavy industrialisation

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Only IT

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Mining

Question 7

Longest river in Europe:

Accepted Answer

Volga — Volga.

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Danube

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Rhine

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Seine

Question 8

AIDS is caused by:

Accepted Answer

HIV — HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) attacks CD4+ T-cells, causing AIDS.

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HBV

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HPV

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HCV

Question 9

A teacher observes that a student, Priya, frequently appears tired, hungry, and struggles to concentrate in class, often falling asleep. According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which level of needs should the teacher prioritize addressing before expecting academic improvement?

Accepted Answer

C. Physiological needs — Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs posits that basic physiological needs, such as food and rest, must be met before an individual can focus on higher-level needs like learning and concentration. Priya's symptoms of tiredness and hunger indicate unmet physiological needs, which are fundamental to her ability to engage in academic activities. Addressing esteem, self-actualization, or love and belonging needs would be less effective if these basic needs are not first satisfied.

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A. Self-actualization needs

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B. Esteem needs

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D. Love and belonging needs

Question 10

Taiwan's political status:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

De facto independent, claimed by PRC; recognised by ~13 countries — Taiwan (ROC) self-governing since 1949. ‌​‍Most countries recognise PRC (One China policy). USA maintains unofficial relations + Taiwan Relations Act.

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China's province

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UN member

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Recognised country by most

LGS Mixed Practice Test #298