Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #534

Question 1

Cytokinins are important for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cell division — Along with auxin, regulate differentiation. ‌​‍Kinetin first discovered. Delay senescence.

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Abscission

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Ripening

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Stomatal closure

Question 2

Antonym of UNITE:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Divide — Unite ↔ divide.‌​‍

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Combine

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Connect

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Join

Question 3

Human gestation period:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

280 days (~40 weeks) — From last menstrual period (LMP). ‌​‍Embryo → fetus at 8 weeks. Parturition involves oxytocin surge.

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100 days

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365 days

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200 days

Question 4

Consider a situation where a particular State Government is perceived to be failing in implementing a critical national policy related to 'Public Order' (a State List subject), leading to significant inter-state repercussions. Which of the following constitutional provisions would most appropriately allow the Union Parliament to legislate on this matter, assuming there is no national emergency declared?

Accepted Answer

A. Article 249 (Power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the State List in the national interest). — Article 249 empowers the Parliament to legislate on a State List subject if the Rajya Sabha declares, by a 2/3rd majority, that it is necessary in the national interest. This mechanism allows for central legislative intervention without requiring state consent or the declaration of a national emergency. Article 252 requires the consent of the concerned states, Article 253 is specifically for international agreements, and Article 356 involves the imposition of President's Rule, which is a more drastic measure implying a complete breakdown of constitutional machinery, not merely legislative inte

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B. Article 252 (Power of Parliament to legislate for two or more States by consent and adoption of such legislation by any other State).

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C. Article 253 (Legislation for giving effect to international agreements).

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D. Article 356 (Provisions in case of failure of constitutional machinery in States).

Question 5

Which social reformer is known as 'Pulaya Raja'?

Accepted Answer

Ayyankali — Ayyankali, the great social reformer who fought for the rights of Dalits, was honoured as Pulaya Raja.

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Poykayil Yohannan

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Pandit Karuppan

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Kumaranasan

Question 6

The National Health Mission (NHM) in India integrates several key health programs. Which of the following is NOT a core component or mission under the NHM umbrella?

Accepted Answer

D. National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) — The National Health Mission (NHM) primarily comprises the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) and the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM). The Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) Program is a major component under NHM, focusing on maternal, newborn, and child health. While NACO is a crucial national health program, it operates as a separate organization under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, distinct from being a core component *within* the NHM structure.

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A. National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)

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B. National Urban Health Mission (NUHM)

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C. Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) Program

Question 7

UPI transactions 2024 (monthly peak):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

15+ billion — Crossed 15+ billion transactions per month in 2024.‌​‍

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10 billion

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5 billion

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20 billion

Question 8

Which of the following is a key component of the 'Karunya Scheme' launched by the Kerala government?

Accepted Answer

B. Financial assistance for treatment of chronic illnesses like cancer, haemophilia, and kidney failure — The 'Karunya Scheme' specifically provides financial assistance for the treatment of chronic and life-threatening illnesses such as cancer, haemophilia, and kidney failure, targeting vulnerable populations. Option A is not exclusive to Karunya, while C and D are unrelated to the scheme's core objectives.

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A. Free distribution of essential medicines to all patients in government hospitals

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C. Subsidized health insurance for farmers

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D. Establishment of new medical colleges in rural areas

Question 9

Reserved forests:

Accepted Answer

Fully protected — Strict legal protection.

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Limited use

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Open

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None

Question 10

The chemical formula of rust is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Fe₂O₃ — Rust = Iron Oxide (Fe₂O₃). ‌​‍Formed by oxidation of iron in presence of oxygen and moisture.

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FeO

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FeCl₃

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FeS

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #534