LGS Mixed Practice Test #486

Question 1

Which of the following aligns with the assessment reforms suggested in NCF 2005?

Accepted Answer

B. Continuous and comprehensive evaluation (CCE) with a focus on formative assessment — NCF 2005 advocates for CCE to reduce exam stress and promote holistic development (B). Options A, C, and D reflect outdated or punitive assessment methods that contradict its child-centered approach. Feedback and formative assessment are key components.

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A. Frequent high-stakes examinations to rank students

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C. Emphasis on absolute grading without feedback

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D. Elimination of internal assessments in favor of external board exams

Question 2

Byju's crisis:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Insolvency proceedings — Under NCLT proceedings.‌​‍

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Merged

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IPO

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Still thriving

Question 3

The Western Ghats in Kerala is called:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sahyadri — The Western Ghats running through Kerala are known as Sahyadri, forming the eastern boundary of the state.‌​‍

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Nilgiris

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Cardamom Hills

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Anaimalai

Question 4

Immunoglobulins (antibodies) basic structure:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

4 chains (2 heavy + 2 light) in Y-shape — 5 classes: IgG (most abundant), IgA (secretions), IgM (first response), IgE (allergy), IgD. ‌​‍Antigen-binding site at tips of Y.

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2 chains

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No structure

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One chain

Question 5

Mushrooms belong to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Fungi — Mushrooms are fungi — they are neither plants nor animals. ‌​‍They decompose organic matter.

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Plants

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Animals

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Bacteria

Question 6

UNSCR 1325 (2000) is associated with:

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Women, Peace and Security Agenda — UN Security Council Resolution 1325 addresses the impact of war on women and their role in peace-building.

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Climate change

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Trade liberalisation

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Nuclear non-proliferation

Question 7

The southwest monsoon in Kerala typically arrives in which of the following months, marking the beginning of the rainy season in the state?

Accepted Answer

B. May — The southwest monsoon usually arrives in Kerala in the first week of June, signaling the onset of the rainy season. While pre-monsoon showers occur in May, the sustained monsoon rains begin in June. April is generally dry, and July marks the peak of the monsoon rather than its arrival.

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A. April

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C. June

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D. July

Question 8

Kerala Infant Mortality Rate (lowest):

Accepted Answer

Under 7 — IMR under 7 per 1000 (SRS 2020) — lowest in India.

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Under 10

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15

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20

Question 9

Newlands' law of octaves:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Every 8th element shows similar properties — Arranged in increasing mass. ‌​‍Worked only for light elements. Ridiculed as 'musical' but hinted periodicity.

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Atomic number

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Radioactivity

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Arrangement by valency

Question 10

Which of the following national health programmes is primarily aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal mortality by promoting institutional deliveries?

Accepted Answer

B. Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) — Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) is a safe motherhood intervention under the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) aimed at reducing maternal and neonatal mortality by promoting institutional deliveries through cash incentives for mothers and health workers. Option A (RKSK) focuses on adolescent health, Option C (NVBDCP) targets vector-borne diseases like malaria, and Option D (NPCDCS) addresses non-communicable diseases.

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A. Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK)

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C. National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP)

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D. National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS)

LGS Mixed Practice Test #486