LGS Mixed Practice Test #846

Question 1

Palakkad is known as:

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Granary of Kerala — Palakkad is called the 'Granary of Kerala' (Rice Bowl of Kerala) because of its extensive paddy cultivation, facilitated by the Palakkad Gap.

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Venice of the East

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Queen of Arabian Sea

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Cultural Capital of Kerala

Question 2

The PM Internship Scheme (expanded in 2026) is administered by which ministry?‌​‍

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Ministry of Corporate Affairs — The PM Internship Scheme is under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, as interns are placed in Indian companies.‌​‍

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Ministry of Labour and Employment

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Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

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Ministry of Education

Question 3

A large listed Indian company is planning a rights issue to raise additional capital from its existing shareholders. Which of the following is the primary regulatory function SEBI performs concerning this specific corporate action?

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C. To ensure the offer document (Letter of Offer) contains all material information and complies with issue regulations for investor protection. — For a rights issue, SEBI's main function is to ensure that the Letter of Offer, which is provided to existing shareholders, is complete, accurate, and contains all necessary material information. This allows investors to make informed decisions. SEBI also ensures that the issue complies with all applicable regulations, thereby protecting investor interests and maintaining market integrity, rather than guaranteeing success or certifying financial projections.

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A. To guarantee the success of the rights issue by providing a standby underwriting facility.

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B. To evaluate the company's future profit projections and certify their accuracy for investors.

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D. To set the rights issue price to ensure it is fair and attractive to existing shareholders.

Question 4

ISRO HQ is at:‌​‍

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Bangalore — ISRO headquarters is in Bangalore.‌​‍

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Thiruvananthapuram

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Sriharikota

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Ahmedabad

Question 5

In a classroom setting, a student performs well in logical-mathematical tasks but faces difficulties in understanding metaphors and nuances in language. Which theory would best explain these variations in performance?

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B. Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences — Gardner's Multiple Intelligences theory posits that individuals have varying strengths in different domains, such as logical-mathematical and linguistic intelligence. Spearman's theory (Option A) would suggest a general 'g factor' influencing all tasks, which does not account for such specific variations.

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A. Spearman's Two-Factor Theory

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C. Sternberg's Triarchic Theory

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D. Binet's Intelligence Scale

Question 6

UPA chairperson:‌​‍

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Sonia Gandhi — Sonia Gandhi since 2004.‌​‍

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Rahul

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Manmohan

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Kharge

Question 7

A fuse in household wiring protects by:

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Melting and breaking the circuit during excess current — Fuses melt when current exceeds the rated value, preventing damage.

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Reducing voltage

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Increasing resistance permanently

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Changing polarity

Question 8

Kerala's highest points of rainfall:‌​‍

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Nilambur, Idukki — High rainfall in highlands.‌​‍

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Kollam

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Thrissur

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TVM

Question 9

Which type of bone cell is primarily responsible for breaking down bone tissue, a process essential for bone remodeling and calcium homeostasis?

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C. Osteoclast — Osteoclasts are large, multinucleated cells that secrete acids and enzymes to resorb, or break down, bone tissue, releasing minerals into the blood. This process is crucial for bone remodeling, repair, and maintaining calcium homeostasis. Osteoblasts are responsible for bone formation, osteocytes maintain bone tissue, and chondrocytes are cells found in cartilage.

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A. Osteoblast

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B. Osteocyte

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D. Chondrocyte

Question 10

Kerala Piravi:

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1 Nov — 1 November — Kerala Day.

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15 Aug

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26 Jan

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2 Oct

LGS Mixed Practice Test #846