Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #801

Question 1

Boyle's law:‌​‍

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PV = constant at constant T and n — Charles: V/T. Gay-Lussac: P/T. Combined → ideal gas eqn.‌​‍

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V/T = constant

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PV = nRT

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P/T = constant

Question 2

ATAGS artillery:‌​‍

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Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System — Indigenous 155mm.‌​‍

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Imported

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Old

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New

Question 3

Sahodara Sangham was founded by:

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Sahodaran Ayyappan — K. Ayyappan founded Sahodara Sangham in 1917 advocating dining inter-caste.

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Ayyankali

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Sree Narayana Guru

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Vakkom Moulavi

Question 4

Synonym of OMNIPOTENT:‌​‍

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All-powerful — Having unlimited power.‌​‍

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Powerless

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Weak

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Limited

Question 5

During inspiration (breathing in), the diaphragm primarily:

Accepted Answer

B. Contracts and moves downwards — During inspiration, the diaphragm contracts, flattening and moving downwards, which increases the vertical dimension of the thoracic cavity. This action, along with the contraction of external intercostal muscles, increases lung volume and decreases intra-pulmonary pressure, drawing air into the lungs.

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A. Relaxes and moves upwards

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C. Contracts and moves upwards

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D. Relaxes and moves downwards

Question 6

Demographic dividend refers to:‌​‍

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Working-age population (15-64) dominating — potential economic boost — India's dividend peaks 2020s-2040s. ‌​‍Requires education, skills, employment for realisation. Otherwise becomes burden.

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Old population

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Decline

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Only children

Question 7

The Vaikom Satyagraha (1924-25) holds a unique place in Kerala's freedom struggle. Beyond its immediate objective, which of the following accurately represents its broader impact on the national freedom movement?

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C. It effectively demonstrated the potential of non-violent direct action to challenge social injustices, influencing Gandhi's national strategy. — The Vaikom Satyagraha was a landmark non-violent agitation against untouchability and caste discrimination, particularly concerning temple entry and access to public roads. Its success in drawing national attention and involving leaders like Mahatma Gandhi highlighted the effectiveness of non-violent direct action in addressing social inequities, thereby influencing the broader Gandhian strategy for social and political change within the national freedom movement. Options A, B, and D misrepresent the primary focus and direct outcomes of the Satyagraha.

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A. It directly led to the establishment of a responsible government in Travancore, accelerating political reforms.

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B. It was the first large-scale peasant uprising against feudal landlords and British exploitation in South India.

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D. It united various religious communities in a common political front against the British Raj, fostering communal harmony.

Question 8

Which type of muscle tissue is characterized by involuntary control, striations, and the presence of intercalated discs?

Accepted Answer

C. Cardiac muscle — Cardiac muscle tissue, found exclusively in the heart, exhibits all three characteristics: involuntary control (not consciously controlled), striations (due to organized contractile proteins), and intercalated discs (specialized junctions that facilitate rapid electrical communication between cells). Skeletal muscle is voluntary and striated, while smooth muscle is involuntary and non-striated. Tendon tissue connects muscles to bones.

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A. Skeletal muscle

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B. Smooth muscle

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D. Tendon tissue

Question 9

Global terrorism — UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy adopted in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2006 — UN Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy adopted unanimously Sept 2006. ‌​‍Four pillars. India has long pushed for Comprehensive Convention on International Terrorism (CCIT) without success.

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2015

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2020

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2001

Question 10

Which of the following packaging materials is BEST suited for a light-sensitive injectable drug?

Accepted Answer

B. Amber glass vial — Amber glass blocks UV light, protecting light-sensitive drugs. Clear glass and plastic allow light penetration, while a foil seal alone does not provide adequate light protection for the entire container.

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A. Clear glass vial

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C. Plastic vial with a foil seal

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D. Polypropylene syringe

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #801