Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #442

Question 1

Minimum voting age:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

18 — 18 years — reduced from 21 by 61st Amendment (1989).‌​‍

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21

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20

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16

Question 2

'Clash of Civilisations' thesis was by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Samuel P. Huntington — Huntington's 'Clash of Civilizations' (1993 article, 1996 book): post-Cold War conflicts will be between civilisations (Western, Islamic, Sinic, etc.).‌​‍

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Francis Fukuyama

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Edward Said

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Joseph Nye

Question 3

Synonym of CRYPTIC:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mysterious — Mysterious in meaning.‌​‍

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Obvious

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Clear

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Simple

Question 4

Payyambalam beach:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kannur — Kannur town beach.‌​‍

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Kollam

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Kozhikode

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Kasaragod

Question 5

In a microteaching session focused on explaining a complex concept, what should the teacher prioritize to ensure clarity?

Accepted Answer

B. Breaking the concept into smaller parts with examples — Clarity in teaching complex concepts is best achieved by breaking them into smaller, understandable parts with relatable examples. Jargon, rapid speech, and lack of interaction hinder comprehension, making them less effective strategies.

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A. Using jargon to demonstrate expertise

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C. Speaking rapidly to cover more content

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D. Avoiding any interaction with students

Question 6

74th Amendment relates to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Municipalities — 74th Amendment (1992) — constitutional status to municipalities/urban local bodies.‌​‍

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Panchayats

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Cooperatives

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Tribunals

Question 7

Handwashing with soap and water is considered the most effective primary measure to prevent the spread of which type of infection?

Accepted Answer

C. Waterborne and foodborne diseases — Proper handwashing significantly reduces the transmission of pathogens causing gastrointestinal infections like cholera, typhoid, and various diarrheal diseases by removing microbes from hands before eating or preparing food. While important for general hygiene, it is not the primary defense against vector-borne, airborne, or sexually transmitted infections.

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A. Vector-borne diseases like malaria

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B. Airborne diseases like tuberculosis

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D. Sexually transmitted infections

Question 8

Statue of Unity height:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

182 metres — 182m, world's tallest statue, of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Gujarat.‌​‍

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150 metres

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200 metres

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210 metres

Question 9

'Equal Remuneration Act' in India was enacted in:

Accepted Answer

1976 — Equal Remuneration Act, 1976 mandated equal pay for men and women.

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1961

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1986

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1993

Question 10

Part of speech of 'beautifully' in 'She sings beautifully':‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Adverb — Modifies the verb 'sings' → adverb of manner.‌​‍

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Adjective

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Noun

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Verb

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #442