LGS Mixed Practice Test #367

Question 1

Which initiative launched by the Kerala State Higher Education Council aims to rejuvenate higher education institutions by enhancing faculty skills, research outcomes, and infrastructure through a performance-based funding model?

Accepted Answer

C. KHEP (Kerala Higher Education Project) — The KHEP is a World Bank-funded initiative by the Kerala State Higher Education Council to improve higher education quality through performance-based grants. K-DISC focuses on employment and skill development, K-SYNERGY is not a recognized programme, and K-SWAYAM is an online learning platform unrelated to funding models.

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A. K-DISC (Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council)

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B. K-SYNERGY (Kerala Synergy for Higher Education Rejuvenation and Growth Yield)

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D. K-SWAYAM (Kerala State Wide Access for Yielding Advanced Modules)

Question 2

'A bolt from the blue' means:

Accepted Answer

A sudden shock — Something completely unexpected.

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Lightning

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Blue sky

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Thunder

Question 3

Chipko Movement was:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Forest conservation hugging trees (Uttarakhand, 1973) — Sunderlal Bahuguna, Chandi Prasad Bhatt. ‌​‍Women prominent (Gaura Devi). Inspired Appiko in Karnataka.

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Sports

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Political

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Urban

Question 4

Which statement aligns with the principle that intrinsic motivation is more sustainable than extrinsic motivation in long-term learning?

Accepted Answer

B. Intrinsic motivation fosters deeper engagement and persistence because it is driven by personal interest and curiosity. — Intrinsic motivation is sustainable because it stems from internal drive, leading to deeper, self-sustained engagement. Option B correctly captures this, while options A and C incorrectly assume extrinsic rewards can replace intrinsic motivation long-term. Option D is impractical as extrinsic rewards (e.g., grades) are often necessary in structured learning environments.

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A. Extrinsic rewards like grades or certificates can sustain motivation indefinitely if consistently administered.

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C. Students motivated by extrinsic rewards are more likely to develop a genuine love for the subject.

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D. Schools should eliminate extrinsic rewards entirely to promote intrinsic motivation.

Question 5

India's renewable energy capacity (GW 2024):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

200+ — Over 200 GW installed.‌​‍

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100

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50

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500

Question 6

G. S. Ghurye is known as:

Accepted Answer

Father of Indian Sociology — Govind Sadashiv Ghurye (1893-1983) — pioneer of Indian sociology. His 'Caste and Race in India' (1932) is foundational.

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Father of Psychology

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Father of Economics

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Father of Linguistics

Question 7

India's national tree is:

Accepted Answer

Banyan — Indian Banyan (Ficus benghalensis) is the national tree.

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Neem

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Mango

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Peepul

Question 8

A high school counselor observes that many adolescents engage in impulsive, risky behaviors despite understanding the potential negative consequences. Which of the following best explains this phenomenon from a neurodevelopmental perspective?

Accepted Answer

B. The limbic system, associated with emotion and reward, matures earlier than the prefrontal cortex. — Neuroscientific research indicates that the limbic system, responsible for emotions, rewards, and impulsivity, develops and matures earlier in adolescence compared to the prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for executive functions like planning, impulse control, and risk assessment. This developmental imbalance can lead to a period where adolescents are more prone to impulsive and risky behaviors, as the emotional drive often overrides nascent rational control.

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A. Adolescents have fully developed prefrontal cortices, leading them to seek thrill.

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C. Hormonal imbalances in adolescence permanently impair rational decision-making.

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D. Adolescents are consciously choosing to ignore risks for social acceptance.

Question 9

Colour blindness:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cone defect — Usually X-linked cone deficiency.‌​‍

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Retina only

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Lens

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Rod defect

Question 10

Father of taxonomy:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Linnaeus — Carolus Linnaeus.‌​‍

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Darwin

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Aristotle

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Mendel

LGS Mixed Practice Test #367