LGS Mixed Practice Test #325

Question 1

The Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, mandates that private unaided schools reserve 25% of entry-level seats for children from disadvantaged groups. Which of the following statements regarding the financial aspect of this provision is accurate?

Accepted Answer

C. The State Government reimburses the school for the expenditure based on the per-child cost in government schools or actual fees, whichever is lower. — The RTE Act, 2009, mandates private unaided schools to reserve 25% of seats for children from disadvantaged groups and weaker sections. The Act further specifies (Section 12(2)) that the State Government shall reimburse these schools for the expenditure incurred, based on the per-child expenditure in government schools or the actual fee charged, whichever is less. Options A, B, and D describe incorrect or incomplete reimbursement mechanisms.

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A. Private schools are expected to absorb the costs incurred for these students as part of their corporate social responsibility.

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B. The Central Government directly funds these schools for the education of the reserved quota students.

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D. A special fund is established at the district level, managed by local self-governments, to cover these educational expenses.

Question 2

Plant cell wall is made of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cellulose primarily — Fungal cell wall: chitin. ‌​‍Bacterial: peptidoglycan. Plant secondary wall has lignin too.

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Peptidoglycan

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Protein

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Chitin

Question 3

India's 'Neighbourhood First Policy' is a cornerstone of its foreign policy, aiming to cultivate strong and friendly relations with its immediate neighbours. In the context of this policy, consider India's consistent emphasis on providing humanitarian assistance, disaster relief (HADR), and capacity-building support to countries like Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Which of the following statements best encapsulates the overarching strategic rationale behind these specific initiatives?

Accepted Answer

C. To foster goodwill, enhance regional stability, build trust, and strengthen socio-economic linkages, thereby securing India's long-term strategic interests. — The 'Neighbourhood First Policy' prioritizes fostering goodwill, mutual trust, and regional stability through soft power initiatives like HADR and capacity building. These efforts strengthen socio-economic linkages and create a benign environment conducive to India's long-term strategic interests. Option A is incorrect as the policy aims for partnership, not hegemony. Option B is partially true as stability contributes to security, but HADR and capacity building are broader than just military alliances. Option D highlights economic benefits, which are a component, but not the overarching strat

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A. To establish India as a regional hegemon by demonstrating superior economic and military capabilities.

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B. To create a robust security alliance with these nations against potential external threats.

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D. To facilitate the unrestricted flow of goods and services, ensuring India's access to their natural resources.

Question 4

Caste system is a form of:‌​‍

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Closed stratification (birth-based) — Caste = closed, ascribed status by birth, endogamy, hereditary occupation, hierarchy based on purity/pollution. ‌​‍Unique to Indian subcontinent.

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Open stratification

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Meritocracy

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Class

Question 5

Unit of frequency:

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Hertz — Hertz (Hz) = cycles per second.

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Newton

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Joule

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Watt

Question 6

India's Paralympics 2024:‌​‍

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29 medals (record) — 29 medals — record.‌​‍

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20

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50

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10

Question 7

Kozhikode is also known as:‌​‍

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City of Spices — Kozhikode is called the 'City of Spices' due to its historical role as a major spice trading port. ‌​‍'Queen of Arabian Sea' = Kochi. 'Venice of the East' = Alappuzha.

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Venice of the East

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Queen of Arabian Sea

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City of Seven Hills

Question 8

Rusting of iron is a:‌​‍

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Chemical change — Rust (Fe₂O₃·xH₂O) is a new substance → chemical change.‌​‍

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Physical change

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Nuclear change

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No change

Question 9

Mr. Suresh observes that his students often become noisy and disorganised during the transition from one activity (e.g., math to science) to another. What is the most effective strategy Mr. Suresh can implement to improve these transitions?

Accepted Answer

B. Provide clear, concise instructions and practice transition routines regularly. — Clear, concise instructions and regular practice of transition routines help students move smoothly and efficiently between activities, reducing noise and disorganization. Allowing free talk can exacerbate chaos, and using a bell or punishment alone does not teach students the expected procedures for transitions.

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A. Allow students to talk freely during transitions to release energy.

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C. Use a loud bell to signal the start and end of every transition period.

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D. Punish students who take too long to transition by making them stay after class.

Question 10

'Veena Poovu' was written by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kumaranasan — Kumaranasan wrote Veena Poovu (The Fallen Flower, 1907), a poem meditating on the transience of life through the metaphor of a fallen flower.‌​‍

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Changampuzha

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Vallathol

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Ulloor

LGS Mixed Practice Test #325