Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #210

Question 1

The Ezhuthachan Puraskaram is the highest literary award in Kerala. Beyond recognizing individual literary merit, what is its broader impact on the educational and cultural sphere of the state?

Accepted Answer

C. It significantly contributes to enriching the Malayalam language, fostering a love for literature, and inspiring new generations of writers and readers. — The Ezhuthachan Puraskaram celebrates profound contributions to Malayalam literature. By honoring literary stalwarts, the award elevates the status of the language, encourages reading habits, and motivates aspiring writers and scholars, thus enriching the educational and cultural fabric of Kerala beyond specific translation or preservation efforts.

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A. It primarily funds the translation of Malayalam literary works into foreign languages.

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B. It encourages the preservation of ancient Malayalam manuscripts and folklore.

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D. It provides scholarships specifically for students pursuing higher education in linguistics.

Question 2

Kerala's first medical college:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

TMC Thiruvananthapuram — Govt Medical College Thiruvananthapuram (1951).‌​‍

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Kozhikode

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Alappuzha

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Kottayam

Question 3

Correct: 'Each of the boys were given a pen.'

Accepted Answer

Each of the boys was given a pen. — 'Each' is singular → 'was given'.

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Each of the boys are given a pen.

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Each of the boys give a pen.

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Each of the boys were given pens.

Question 4

Kerala Assembly 2021 — historic:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

First time LDF retained power consecutively — Ended alternating trend.‌​‍

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UDF always wins

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All

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Alternating ended

Question 5

A couple is planning to have a child. The father is a known carrier for a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder, while the mother has no family history of the disorder and tests negative for the carrier gene. Based on this information, what is the probability that their child will be affected by this specific recessive genetic disorder?

Accepted Answer

A. 0% — For an autosomal recessive disorder, an individual must inherit two copies of the recessive allele (one from each parent) to be affected. In this scenario, the father is a carrier (heterozygous, e.g., Aa) and the mother is homozygous dominant (AA) as she tested negative and has no family history. A cross between Aa and AA individuals will produce only AA (unaffected) and Aa (carrier) offspring, meaning there is no possibility of an 'aa' (affected) genotype. Therefore, the probability of their child being affected is 0%.

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B. 25%

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C. 50%

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D. 75%

Question 6

Synonym of SPARSE:‌​‍

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Scanty — Thinly scattered.‌​‍

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Dense

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Thick

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Full

Question 7

Under which constitutional provision does the Parliament have the power to legislate on a matter in the State List during a National Emergency?

Accepted Answer

B. Article 250 (Power of Parliament to legislate with respect to any matter in the State List if a Proclamation of Emergency is in operation) — Article 250 empowers Parliament to legislate on State List subjects during a National Emergency, as the emergency justifies overriding the State's legislative powers. Article 249 applies to matters of national interest but not during emergencies, while Article 252 requires State consent and Article 253 pertains to international agreements.

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A. Article 249 (Power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the State List in the national interest)

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

Question 8

The word 'literally' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

In a literal (exact) sense — 'Literally' means actually/exactly, contrasted with figuratively.‌​‍

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Approximately

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Loosely

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Figuratively

Question 9

Kalki Subramaniam's activism spans transgender rights and:‌​‍

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Arts, writing, and visibility for gender minorities — Kalki is a writer, artist, actor and founder of Sahodari Foundation (2007).‌​‍

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Journalism

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Sports

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Wildlife

Question 10

The consecration of the Siva idol at Aruvippuram by Sree Narayana Guru in 1888 is considered a pivotal moment in Kerala's social reform. Beyond its religious aspect, what was the primary societal challenge Guru aimed to address through this act?

Accepted Answer

B. To demonstrate the spiritual equality of all individuals, regardless of their birth or caste. — The Aruvippuram consecration was a symbolic act challenging the Brahminical monopoly on temple consecration and worship. By consecrating the idol himself, Sree Narayana Guru asserted the spiritual competence of lower castes and the universal accessibility of divinity, thereby fundamentally undermining the caste system and promoting social equality. Options A, C, and D misrepresent his primary intent, which was social and spiritual reform, not sectarianism or political rebellion.

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A. To establish a new, independent religious sect separate from traditional Hinduism.

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C. To initiate a mass movement for political independence from colonial rule.

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D. To promote the worship of a specific deity as superior to others.

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #210