Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #537

Question 1

Capital of Sri Lanka:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte — Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (legislative). Colombo is commercial capital.‌​‍

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Colombo

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Kandy

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Galle

Question 2

The volunteer captain of the Guruvayoor Temple Satyagraha was:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

A.K. Gopalan — A.K. ‌​‍Gopalan was the volunteer captain; K. Kelappan led the satyagraha (1931–32).

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K. Kelappan

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Pattom Thanu Pillai

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Ayyankali

Question 3

Kerala's diverse topography and climate contribute to various soil types, with laterite soils being prominent in many regions. From an agricultural perspective, which of the following accurately describes a characteristic challenge associated with laterite soils in Kerala and its underlying cause?

Accepted Answer

C. Poor nutrient retention and acidity, primarily due to intense leaching of soluble minerals under heavy rainfall and high temperatures. — Laterite soils in Kerala are formed under conditions of high temperature and heavy rainfall, which lead to intense leaching of soluble minerals and silica, leaving behind iron and aluminum oxides. This process results in soils that are generally acidic and poor in essential plant nutrients, posing a significant challenge for agriculture without proper management. Options A and B describe characteristics opposite to laterite soils, while D refers to a problem primarily affecting coastal alluvial soils.

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A. High fertility due to rich organic matter content, resulting from dense forest cover.

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B. Excellent water retention capacity, making them ideal for paddy cultivation without extensive irrigation.

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D. Susceptibility to severe salinity, caused by tidal incursions in coastal areas.

Question 4

Vir Bhumi:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rajiv — Rajiv Gandhi.‌​‍

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Gandhi

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Indira

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Jawaharlal Nehru

Question 5

Which Kerala government policy introduced the 'Samagra Shiksha Kerala' (SSK) programme to improve the quality of school education?

Accepted Answer

A. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) — Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK) is an extension of the centrally sponsored Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), which was launched in Kerala to enhance the quality of school education. The Kerala Education Act and RTE Act are legal frameworks, while KITE is a digital learning platform, making options B, C, and D incorrect.

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B. Kerala Education Act, 1958

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C. Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009

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D. Kite Virtual Academy (KITE)

Question 6

If 1 January 2023 is Sunday, what day is 1 January 2024?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Monday — 2023 is not a leap year → 365 days → 52 weeks + 1 odd day. Sunday + 1 = Monday.‌​‍

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Sunday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Question 7

Bhavani river:

Accepted Answer

Kerala (Attappady)-TN — Originates in Attappady.

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UP

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MP

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MH

Question 8

First Chief Minister of Kerala (after state formation on 1 Nov 1956):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

E.M.S. Namboodiripad — E.M.S. ‌​‍Namboodiripad (CPI, 5 Apr 1957 – 31 Jul 1959) was Kerala's first CM after the state was formed on 1 November 1956. Pattom A. ‌​‍Thanu Pillai was CM of Travancore-Cochin (pre-Kerala) and later became Kerala's 3rd CM (1960–1962).

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Pattom A. Thanu Pillai

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R. Sankar

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C. Achutha Menon

Question 9

A family where two previously divorced or widowed individuals with children marry or cohabitate is called a:

Accepted Answer

Blended Family — A blended (or step) family is formed when partners with existing children unite into one household.

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Nuclear Family

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Extended Family

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Single-Parent Family

Question 10

Mattupetty Dam in:

Accepted Answer

Idukki (Munnar) — Tourist spot near Munnar.

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Palakkad

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Wayanad

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TVM

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #537