Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #345

Question 1

The National Education Policy 2020 emphasizes the importance of Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN). Which of the following initiatives directly aims to achieve universal FLN in primary schools by 2026-27?

Accepted Answer

B. NIPUN Bharat Mission. — The NIPUN Bharat Mission (National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy) was launched specifically to ensure that every child achieves foundational literacy and numeracy by the end of Grade 3 by 2026-27. SWAYAM and PM e-VIDYA are broader digital education initiatives. PARAKH is a national assessment regulator, not an FLN implementation mission.

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A. SWAYAM platform for online courses.

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C. PM e-VIDYA programme.

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D. PARAKH as a national assessment centre.

Question 2

Ayyankali's organisation:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham — Founded 1907.‌​‍

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SNDP

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NSS

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Arya Samaj

Question 3

Battle of Colachel:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1741 — 1741 (Travancore vs Dutch).‌​‍

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1729

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1750

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1757

Question 4

In a classroom guided by constructivist principles, what is the primary role of the teacher?

Accepted Answer

B. To design and facilitate learning experiences that encourage active exploration and discovery. — A constructivist teacher acts as a facilitator, guide, or coach, creating rich learning environments and activities where students can actively construct knowledge. Direct transmission of facts, strict behavior management, or primary reliance on rote memorization tests are less aligned with constructivist pedagogy.

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A. To deliver lectures and transmit factual information directly.

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C. To strictly manage classroom behavior and ensure compliance with rules.

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D. To assess student learning primarily through standardized tests and rote memorization.

Question 5

If 1 = A, 2 = B..., 15 = ?:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

O — 15th letter O.‌​‍

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N

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M

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P

Question 6

Synonym of CRYPTIC:

Accepted Answer

Mysterious — Mysterious in meaning.

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Clear

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Simple

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Obvious

Question 7

Gram Sabha means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

A body of all registered voters of the village — Gram Sabha = assembly of all adult registered voters of a village. ‌​‍Supreme body at village level.

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Village elders only

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The District Magistrate's office

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A body of elected panchayat members

Question 8

Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

C. Ribs — The axial skeleton forms the central axis of the body and includes the skull, vertebral column, and thoracic cage (ribs and sternum). The femur (thigh bone), humerus (upper arm bone), and tibia (shin bone) are all part of the appendicular skeleton, which consists of the limbs and their girdles.

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A. Femur

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B. Humerus

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D. Tibia

Question 9

Fundamental Duties in India were borrowed from the constitution of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

USSR (former Soviet Union) — Tahiru 11 duties under Article 51A were modelled on Soviet Constitution's duties chapter.‌​‍

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USA

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UK

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Japan

Question 10

Kerala's caste composition:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Diverse — Multiple communities.‌​‍

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Homogeneous

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Monolithic

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Unknown

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #345