LGS Mixed Practice Test #344

Question 1

The Kerala Fibre Optic Network (KFON) project has been a flagship initiative of the state government. Beyond providing high-speed internet connectivity, what is a key socio-economic objective KFON aims to achieve?

Accepted Answer

C. To bridge the digital divide by providing free internet access to economically backward households and government offices. — KFON's primary socio-economic objective is to bridge the digital divide by ensuring equitable access to high-speed internet. This includes providing free internet connections to economically backward families and government institutions, thereby promoting digital inclusion and e-governance. While other options relate to digital infrastructure or literacy, they do not capture the core socio-economic impact of KFON as effectively as bridging the digital divide for all.

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A. To establish a new state-owned mobile network provider, competing with private telecom operators.

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B. To ensure digital literacy for all citizens by distributing free tablets and laptops.

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D. To develop advanced cybersecurity infrastructure exclusively for state government departments.

Question 2

'Atmanutapam' written by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Fr. Kuriakose Elias Chavara — Atmanutapam by Saint Chavara — devotional Malayalam poem.‌​‍

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Vaikunda Swamikal

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Chattampi Swamikal

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Vagbhatananda

Question 3

Kerala's backwaters length:

Accepted Answer

~900 km — About 900 km of navigable backwaters.

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500

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2000

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300

Question 4

Portuguese arrived Kerala:

Accepted Answer

1498 — Vasco da Gama 1498 Kappad.

Answer

1500

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1510

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1600

Question 5

The Vayalar Ramavarma Memorial Literary Award is one of the most prestigious literary awards in Kerala, instituted in memory of the renowned poet and lyricist Vayalar Ramavarma. It is presented annually to a distinguished work in which language?

Accepted Answer

C. Malayalam — The Vayalar Ramavarma Memorial Literary Award is a highly esteemed award specifically for Malayalam literature. It recognizes outstanding literary works published in the Malayalam language. The other languages listed are not the focus of this particular award.

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A. English

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B. Tamil

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D. Hindi

Question 6

SCTIMST:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Science — Autonomous institute under DST.‌​‍

Answer

Both

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Private

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Pvt

Question 7

Seeds are formed from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ovules — After fertilisation, ovules develop into seeds and the ovary develops into fruit.‌​‍

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Petals

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Sepals

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Anthers

Question 8

Cambium function:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Secondary growth — Lateral meristem — secondary thickening.‌​‍

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Primary

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Roots

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Leaves

Question 9

Name of rain water harvest programme organised by Kerala Government:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Varsha — 'Varsha' — Kerala's rainwater harvesting programme.‌​‍

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Anugraha

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Harita

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Jalanidhi

Question 10

Facing East, turn left twice. Now facing?

Accepted Answer

West — East → left = North → left = West.

Answer

East

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North

Answer

South

LGS Mixed Practice Test #344