Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #517

Question 1

John Locke defended:‌​‍

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Natural rights (life, liberty, property) and limited government — Locke's natural rights inspired US Declaration of Independence. ‌​‍Government legitimate only by consent of governed.

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Totalitarianism

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Direct democracy

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Absolute monarchy

Question 2

Kabir (c. 1398-1518) was disciple of:‌​‍

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Ramananda — Kabir (weaver) — disciple of Ramananda. ‌​‍Composed 'Bijak.' Challenged Hindu-Muslim orthodoxy. Verses in Adi Granth (Sikh).

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Tulsidas

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Nanak

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Namdev

Question 3

ICAR Kerala centers:

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CMFRI, CPCRI, KAU — Multiple.

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Only KAU

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None

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Only CMFRI

Question 4

The President can be impeached for:‌​‍

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Violation of the Constitution — Article 61: The President can be impeached for 'violation of the Constitution' — the only ground specified.‌​‍

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Corruption

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Misconduct

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Incompetence

Question 5

The National Health Policy (NHP) in India emphasizes reducing out-of-pocket expenditure on healthcare, particularly for medicines. Which of the following government initiatives, directly impacting pharmacists and drug availability, is primarily aimed at achieving this objective by promoting affordable alternatives?

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B. Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP). — The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is a direct outcome of the NHP's focus on affordability. It aims to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices through Jan Aushadhi Kendras, significantly reducing the financial burden on patients. While other options are important health initiatives, their primary objective is not the broad promotion of affordable drug alternatives to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure.

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A. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).

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C. National AIDS Control Programme (NACP).

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D. Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS).

Question 6

Change to past tense: 'I eat breakfast.'‌​‍

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I ate breakfast — Eat → ate (irregular).‌​‍

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I eaten

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I have eat

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I eated breakfast

Question 7

Leaders inspired by Sree Narayana Guru: (i) Dr. ‌​‍Palpu (ii) Kumaran Asan (iii) Nataraja Guru (iv) Nitya Chaitanya Yati

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All four — All four drew inspiration from Sree Narayana Guru.‌​‍

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Only (ii & iii)

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Only (i, ii & iii)

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Only (i & ii)

Question 8

A rapidly urbanizing city in Kerala is grappling with escalating air pollution, particularly high levels of PM2.5 and nitrogen oxides (NOx), primarily attributed to increased vehicular traffic and burgeoning industrial activities. Which of the following integrated strategies would be most effective for long-term, sustainable pollution control in this scenario?

Accepted Answer

B. Developing an extensive public transportation network, encouraging non-motorized transport, transitioning industries to renewable energy sources, and enforcing stringent industrial emission standards. — Option B offers the most comprehensive and sustainable long-term solution by addressing both major sources (vehicular and industrial) through systemic changes. Developing public transport and non-motorized transport reduces overall vehicle dependency, while transitioning industries to renewables and enforcing strict standards tackles industrial emissions at the source. Options A, C, and D offer partial, short-term, or less effective solutions, such as merely shifting pollution or relying on palliative measures rather than source reduction.

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A. Implementing strict vehicle emission testing, promoting the use of private electric vehicles, and subsidizing cleaner industrial fuels.

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C. Imposing higher taxes on fossil fuels, relocating highly polluting industries to rural areas, and mandating odd-even traffic schemes in peak hours.

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D. Investing heavily in large-scale air purifiers across the city, promoting afforestation drives, and encouraging residents to use personal protective masks.

Question 9

Which item is in the Concurrent List of the Indian Constitution?

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Economic and Social Planning — Economic and social planning is Concurrent List Entry 20. UN, foreign loans are Union List; fisheries is State List.

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United Nations Organization

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Fisheries

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Foreign loans

Question 10

Kiran walked 78 meters towards North. Then turned left and walked 35 meters. Then turned left, walked 30 meters; turned right and walked 5 meters. Next, turned left and walked 48 meters and stopped. How far and in which direction is Kiran from his starting point?

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40 meters, West — Net displacement: Net East-West = -35-5 = -40 (West). Net North-South = 78-30-48 = 0. So 40 meters West.

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12 meters, North

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70 meters, East

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78 meters, East

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #517