LGS Mixed Practice Test #501

Question 1

TVM Science and Tech Museum:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

VSSC proximity — Near VSSC in Thiruvananthapuram.‌​‍

Answer

NH-66

Answer

Fort

Answer

Kovalam

Question 2

Nuclear fission releases:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

~200 MeV per U-235 atom — Basis of nuclear reactors and atomic bombs. ‌​‍Chain reaction with neutrons. Moderators (water, graphite) slow neutrons.

Answer

None

Answer

~eV

Answer

Few MeV

Question 3

Molar mass of CO₂ is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

44 g/mol — C(12) + 2×O(16) = 44 g/mol.‌​‍

Answer

46 g/mol

Answer

32 g/mol

Answer

28 g/mol

Question 4

The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) aims to provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections by 2024 to all rural households in India. Which of the following is a *key guiding principle* for the implementation and sustainability of the mission, particularly at the local level?

Accepted Answer

C. Community ownership and management, with local village communities playing a crucial role in planning, implementation, and operation & maintenance. — The Jal Jeevan Mission strongly advocates for a decentralized, community-driven approach. It mandates the formation of Village Water and Sanitation Committees (VWSCs) or Pani Samitis to manage and maintain the water supply infrastructure, ensuring local ownership and long-term sustainability. Options A, B, and D contradict the mission's core principles of decentralization, rural focus, and appropriate technology choices, rather than exclusive advanced methods.

Answer

A. Centralized planning and execution by the Ministry of Jal Shakti to ensure uniformity and efficiency across states.

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B. Prioritizing urban slum areas and peri-urban regions for tap water connections to address immediate public health challenges.

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D. Exclusive reliance on advanced purification technologies like Reverse Osmosis (RO) for all water sources to ensure 100% purity.

Question 5

A rapidly growing tech startup in India is preparing for its Initial Public Offering (IPO). From the perspective of SEBI's regulatory framework, what is the primary expectation from the company's prospectus, specifically aimed at protecting potential retail investors?

Accepted Answer

C. To provide comprehensive and accurate disclosure of all material facts, risks, and financial health, enabling informed investment decisions. — SEBI's core role in an IPO is to ensure market integrity and investor protection through transparency. The prospectus is designed to provide full and fair disclosure of all relevant information, including financial details, business risks, and future prospects, so that potential investors can make informed decisions. SEBI does not guarantee returns (A), nor does it fix the offer price (D), though it scrutinizes the pricing mechanism. While companies may have stabilization strategies, it's not the primary expectation for the prospectus in terms of investor protection (B).

Answer

A. To guarantee a minimum return on investment for all subscribers within the first year of listing.

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B. To outline the company's strategy for share price stabilization post-listing through buyback mechanisms.

Answer

D. To obtain mandatory approval from SEBI on the final offer price to ensure it is fair and reasonable for retail investors.

Question 6

The Kerala government is launching a statewide initiative to integrate advanced digital tools and smart classroom technologies into all government and aided schools, along with providing comprehensive IT training for teachers. Which specific organization within the state's education framework is mandated to spearhead the implementation and technical support for this ambitious project?

Accepted Answer

B. Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) — KITE (Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education) is the nodal agency responsible for promoting and implementing IT education and digital infrastructure in schools across Kerala, including smart classrooms and teacher IT training. While SSK is a comprehensive scheme encompassing various educational initiatives, KITE is the specific technical implementation arm. DGE handles overall administration, and SCERT focuses on curriculum and academic support.

Answer

A. Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK)

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C. Directorate of General Education (DGE)

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D. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)

Question 7

Swami Vagbhatananda was born on 27 April 1885 at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Patyam — Vagbhatananda was born at Patyam, Kannur.‌​‍

Answer

Kollangode

Answer

Budhanoor

Answer

Chavara

Question 8

Largest artery:

Accepted Answer

Aorta — Aorta.

Answer

Pulmonary

Answer

Carotid

Answer

Vena cava

Question 9

The largest artery in the human body is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Aorta — The aorta carries oxygenated blood from the left ventricle to the body.‌​‍

Answer

Pulmonary artery

Answer

Carotid artery

Answer

Vena cava

Question 10

Nuclear family is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Parents + unmarried children — Trend in urban India. ‌​‍Reasons: migration, housing cost, women's work. Traditional joint family still in rural areas.

Answer

Only children

Answer

Only parents

Answer

Joint

LGS Mixed Practice Test #501