Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #371

Question 1

The National Health Mission (NHM) aims to achieve universal access to equitable, affordable, and quality healthcare services. Which of the following is NOT a core strategic approach or component of the NHM?

Accepted Answer

C. Focusing exclusively on tertiary care super-specialty services. — The National Health Mission (NHM) primarily focuses on strengthening primary and secondary healthcare, promoting RCH services, and addressing both communicable and non-communicable diseases. While tertiary care is part of the overall health system, NHM's core strategic approach is not *exclusively* focused on super-specialty services; it aims for comprehensive service delivery at all levels, with a strong emphasis on primary care.

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A. Strengthening public health infrastructure at district and sub-district levels.

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B. Promoting RCH (Reproductive and Child Health) services.

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D. Addressing communicable and non-communicable diseases.

Question 2

The Salt Satyagraha in Kerala (1930) was carried out at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Both Payyannur and Kozhikode beach — In 1930, K. ‌​‍Kelappan led the Salt March from Calicut to Payyannur where salt was made; K. Kesava Menon also led at Kozhikode beach.

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Payyannur

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Kozhikode beach

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Vadakara

Question 3

'Deafening silence' is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Oxymoron — Oxymoron pairs contradictory words: bittersweet, cruel kindness, deafening silence.

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Metaphor

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Simile

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Alliteration

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of bacterial resistance to antibiotics?

Accepted Answer

D. Increased synthesis of host cell receptors — Increased synthesis of host cell receptors is not a bacterial resistance mechanism; it is a host response. Beta-lactamase production, target site alteration (e.g., penicillin-binding protein changes), and biofilm formation are well-documented resistance mechanisms.

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A. Production of beta-lactamase enzymes

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B. Alteration of target site to reduce drug binding

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C. Formation of biofilms to protect bacterial communities

Question 5

A university is planning to revamp its undergraduate programs in alignment with NEP 2020. Which principle should guide their curriculum design for enhancing student flexibility and holistic development?

Accepted Answer

C. Provision for multiple entry and exit points with an Academic Bank of Credits. — NEP 2020 strongly advocates for multidisciplinary education and flexibility in higher education, including multiple entry and exit options, and the establishment of an Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) to facilitate credit transfer. Options A, B, and D contradict the policy's emphasis on student choice, flexibility, and holistic development.

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A. Strict adherence to single-discipline specializations.

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B. Mandatory three-year degree programs without exit options.

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D. Centralized curriculum dictated by a single regulatory body.

Question 6

Malabar Rebellion year:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1921 — 1921.‌​‍

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1919

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1920

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1922

Question 7

A primary school teacher wants to introduce the concept of 'parts of a plant' to her students, ensuring active participation and visual understanding. Which teaching aid would be most appropriate for this lesson, promoting direct observation and discussion?

Accepted Answer

C. A real plant brought into the classroom, along with labeled flashcards. — Bringing a real plant (Option C) allows for direct observation, tactile engagement, and hands-on learning, which is highly effective for primary students. Labeled flashcards further aid in vocabulary development. Textbook diagrams, videos, or posters (Options A, B, D) are useful but lack the direct, multi-sensory experience provided by a real specimen, reducing the potential for active participation and deeper understanding.

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A. A detailed textbook diagram of a plant.

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B. A pre-recorded video documentary on plant growth.

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D. A set of laminated posters depicting various plant types.

Question 8

What was the real name of Vagbhatananda?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

K.P. Kunjikannan — Vagbhatananda's birth name was Kunjikannan Gurukkal.‌​‍

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Keeleri Kunjikannan

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Kunjan Pillai

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Vayaleri Kunjikannan

Question 9

Kepler's laws of planetary motion describe that:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Planets' speeds vary with distance from the Sun — Kepler's 2nd and 3rd laws relate orbital speed to distance from the Sun.‌​‍

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Earth is the centre of the universe

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All planets have the same orbital period

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Planets move in uniform circular orbits

Question 10

Secondary structure of protein includes:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

α-helix and β-pleated sheets (H-bonds) — Primary: sequence. ‌​‍Secondary: local folding. Tertiary: 3D. ‌​‍Quaternary: multiple subunits (e.g., Hb).

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Disulfide bridges only

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Quaternary

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Amino acid sequence

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #371