LGS Mixed Practice Test #690

Question 1

Which Kerala social reformer consecrated the Siva idol at Aruvippuram in 1888, challenging caste-based temple worship?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sree Narayana Guru — At Aruvippuram in 1888, Sree Narayana Guru consecrated a Siva idol — a revolutionary act rejecting Brahminical monopoly. ‌​‍The famous 'Kannadi Pratishta' (mirror consecration) was later at Kalavankode in 1927.

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Vagbhatanandan

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Chattambi Swamikal

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Ayyankali

Question 2

BHIM app is for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

UPI digital payments — BHIM (Bharat Interface for Money) is a UPI-based payment app launched by NPCI in 2016.‌​‍

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Gaming

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Social media

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Email

Question 3

Jane Austen's novels:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Emma, Mansfield Park — Early 19th century English gentry life. ‌​‍Novels of manners. Unsparing social commentary with irony.

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1984

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War and Peace

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Dracula

Question 4

The recent expansion of BRICS, inviting countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, and Iran to join, primarily aims to achieve which of the following objectives in the international system?

Accepted Answer

C. To strengthen economic cooperation and increase the collective voice of the Global South in international financial institutions. — The primary objective behind the expansion of BRICS is to bolster economic cooperation among its members and amplify the influence of the Global South on the global stage, particularly within existing international financial and governance structures. While discussions about a unified currency (B) or challenging existing blocs (A) may arise, they are not the immediate or stated primary aims of the expansion. Option D is a niche area not central to BRICS's broader strategic goals.

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A. To create a military alliance to counter NATO's influence in global security.

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B. To establish a unified currency for international trade among all member states.

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D. To form a new global regulatory body for digital currencies and blockchain technology.

Question 5

India's first satellite was:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Aryabhata — Aryabhata was India's first satellite, launched on 19 April 1975 by the Soviet Union from Kapustin Yar.‌​‍

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Rohini

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INSAT-1A

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Bhaskara

Question 6

Master endocrine gland:

Accepted Answer

Pituitary (under control of hypothalamus) — Anterior: GH, TSH, ACTH, FSH, LH, prolactin. Posterior: ADH, oxytocin (stored, made in hypothalamus).

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Thyroid

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Adrenal

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Pancreas

Question 7

Infrasound used by:

Accepted Answer

Elephants — Below 20 Hz. Long distance communication.

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Bats

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Dolphins

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Dogs

Question 8

Kochi Metro Phase 2:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

JLN Stadium to Infopark via Kakkanad — Extension Kakkanad-Infopark.‌​‍

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Under construction

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Edapally to Aluva

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Kakkanad to Tripunithura

Question 9

Kerala has experienced significant out-migration and subsequent return migration, leading to various social changes. Which of the following is a common health-related consequence observed in families due to prolonged parental migration?

Accepted Answer

D. Psychological stress, behavioral issues in children, and altered family dynamics. — Prolonged parental migration often leads to significant psychological stress, emotional neglect, and behavioral problems in children due to the absence of one or both parents. It can also disrupt traditional family structures and dynamics, contributing to overall family dysfunction. While remittances may improve financial status, they do not automatically mitigate these psychosocial challenges.

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A. Improved nutritional status of children due to increased remittances.

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B. Enhanced social cohesion and reduced family conflicts.

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C. Increased incidence of non-communicable diseases among left-behind spouses.

Question 10

A balanced diet includes carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals and:

Accepted Answer

Water and dietary fibre — Six components: carbs, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, water (+ fibre/roughage).

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Only spices

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Only sugar

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Medicines

LGS Mixed Practice Test #690