Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #526

Question 1

Buddha's Mahaparinirvana (death) was at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kushinagar (c. 483 BCE) — Buddha died at Kushinagar (UP), c. ‌​‍483 BCE, age 80. Four key Buddhist sites: Lumbini (birth), Bodh Gaya, Sarnath, Kushinagar.

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Lumbini

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Bodh Gaya

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Varanasi

Question 2

The word 'Democracy' comes from which Greek roots?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

'Demos' (people) + 'kratos' (power) — Demos (people) + kratos (power/rule) = 'rule by the people'.‌​‍

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'Logos' (word) + 'ethos' (custom)

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'Nomos' (law) + 'demos' (people)

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'Polis' (city) + 'arkhein' (rule)

Question 3

Which of the following is a barrier to inclusive education that the RPwD Act 2016 aims to address?

Accepted Answer

A. Lack of accessible infrastructure in schools — The RPwD Act 2016 specifically addresses the lack of accessible infrastructure in schools as a barrier to inclusive education. While options B and C are also important, they are not directly addressed as primary barriers in the Act. Option D is incorrect as it includes all options, which is not allowed in this format.

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B. Insufficient funding for teacher training

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C. Limited availability of learning materials in Braille

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D. All of the above

Question 4

What is the primary function of the Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI) in Kerala's education system?

Accepted Answer

C. Administering and supervising the day-to-day functioning of government schools. — The DPI is the chief implementing and administrative authority for public education in Kerala, overseeing the day-to-day functioning, staff management, and financial administration of government schools. Developing curriculum and research are primarily functions of SCERT, while teacher training is guided by SCERT and implemented by DIETs and other bodies.

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A. Developing curriculum and syllabi for all school levels.

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B. Conducting research and evaluation studies on educational policies.

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D. Providing pre-service and in-service training for teachers.

Question 5

Indian Competition Act (2002) replaced:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

MRTP Act 1969 — Competition Act 2002 replaced MRTP Act 1969. ‌​‍Competition Commission of India (CCI) set up 2003. Prohibits anti-competitive agreements, abuse of dominance.

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IBC

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FDI Act

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FERA

Question 6

'Silver lining' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Hope in difficulty — Hopeful prospect in a difficult situation.‌​‍

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Rich person

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Silver border

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Cloud

Question 7

The Fifty Millesimal (LM) potency scale is known for its extreme dilutions and specific preparation method. What is the unique dilution ratio used at each step for LM potencies?

Accepted Answer

C. 1:50,000 — The Fifty Millesimal (LM or 0/1, 0/2, etc.) scale uses a highly dilute ratio of 1 part drug substance to 50,000 parts diluent at each step, making it distinct from the decimal (1:10) or centesimal (1:100) scales.

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A. 1:10

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B. 1:100

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D. 1:1,000,000

Question 8

Capital of Nepal:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kathmandu — Kathmandu. Currency = Nepalese Rupee.‌​‍

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Thimphu

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Colombo

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Dhaka

Question 9

The synonym of 'COMMENCE' is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Begin — Commence means to begin or start something. Its antonym is 'conclude' or 'end'.‌​‍

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End

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Stop

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Pause

Question 10

Which is NOT a work of Pandit Karuppan?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Anandasutram — 'Anandasutram' is by Prabhat Ranjan Sarkar, not Pandit Karuppan.‌​‍

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Lankamardanam

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Sthothramandaram

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Acharabhooshanam

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #526