Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #110

Question 1

David Easton's systems model of politics (1953) defined political system as:

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Process of authoritative allocation of values for society — Easton: inputs (demands, support) → political system (conversion) → outputs (policies, decisions) → feedback loop.

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Government

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Electoral machinery

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Parliament

Question 2

The Cold War era ran approximately:‌​‍

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1947-1991 — Cold War: US (capitalist) vs USSR (communist) ideological/geopolitical rivalry. ‌​‍End: fall of Berlin Wall (1989), dissolution of USSR (1991).

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1939-45

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1914-18

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2001-present

Question 3

If two dice are rolled, probability of sum = 7 is:

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1/6 — 6 combinations for sum 7: (1,6)(2,5)(3,4)(4,3)(5,2)(6,1) = 6/36 = 1/6.

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1/9

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1/12

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5/36

Question 4

Synonym of CONCILIATE:‌​‍

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Pacify — Appease, reconcile.‌​‍

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Ignore

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Reject

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Anger

Question 5

Kunjali Marakkars were:‌​‍

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Zamorin's naval chiefs — Naval chiefs of Zamorin of Calicut.‌​‍

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British chiefs

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Dutch admirals

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Portuguese captains

Question 6

Synonym of CONTENTIOUS:

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Quarrelsome — Causing argument.

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Agreeable

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Peaceful

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Quiet

Question 7

Spot the gerund in 'Swimming is good exercise':‌​‍

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Swimming — Gerund = verb + ing acting as a noun; 'Swimming' here is the subject.‌​‍

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is

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exercise

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good

Question 8

India's 'Neighbourhood First Policy' is a cornerstone of its foreign policy, aiming to cultivate strong and friendly relations with its immediate neighbours. In the context of this policy, consider India's consistent emphasis on providing humanitarian assistance, disaster relief (HADR), and capacity-building support to countries like Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. Which of the following statements best encapsulates the overarching strategic rationale behind these specific initiatives?

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C. To foster goodwill, enhance regional stability, build trust, and strengthen socio-economic linkages, thereby securing India's long-term strategic interests. — The 'Neighbourhood First Policy' prioritizes fostering goodwill, mutual trust, and regional stability through soft power initiatives like HADR and capacity building. These efforts strengthen socio-economic linkages and create a benign environment conducive to India's long-term strategic interests. Option A is incorrect as the policy aims for partnership, not hegemony. Option B is partially true as stability contributes to security, but HADR and capacity building are broader than just military alliances. Option D highlights economic benefits, which are a component, but not the overarching strat

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A. To establish India as a regional hegemon by demonstrating superior economic and military capabilities.

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B. To create a robust security alliance with these nations against potential external threats.

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D. To facilitate the unrestricted flow of goods and services, ensuring India's access to their natural resources.

Question 9

The NCERT Class 11 Sociology book 'Understanding Sociology' covers:

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Sociological theories, methods, institutions (family, education, economy, polity, religion) — Standard intro sociology curriculum — theories, research, and major social institutions.

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Only Indian sociology

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Only statistics

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Only politics

Question 10

Nuclear family is:‌​‍

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Parents + unmarried children — Trend in urban India. ‌​‍Reasons: migration, housing cost, women's work. Traditional joint family still in rural areas.

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Only children

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Only parents

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Joint

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #110