Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #633

Question 1

Paris 2024 medal topper:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

USA — USA with 126 (40 gold tied with China).‌​‍

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Japan

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China

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Australia

Question 2

First President of India:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rajendra Prasad — Dr. Rajendra Prasad (1950-1962).‌​‍

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Jawaharlal Nehru

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Radhakrishnan

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Ambedkar

Question 3

Find the odd one: murmur, whisper, mutter, martyr

Accepted Answer

martyr — murmur/whisper/mutter relate to speaking softly; martyr is unrelated.

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murmur

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whisper

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mutter

Question 4

Choose correct form: 'The car is different ___ the one I saw yesterday.'

Accepted Answer

from — 'Different from' (UK/US); 'different to' (UK); 'different than' informal US.

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with

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to

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than

Question 5

The Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK) scheme is a comprehensive program for school education. Which of the following is NOT a fundamental objective or component of the SSK framework?

Accepted Answer

D. Managing the recruitment and transfer of college professors in government arts and science colleges. — Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK) integrates various schemes to ensure quality and inclusive school education from pre-school to senior secondary, including vocationalization and special needs education. The recruitment and transfer of college professors fall under the Department of Higher Education and are outside the scope of SSK, which focuses on school education.

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A. Providing quality education for all children from pre-school to senior secondary level.

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B. Promoting vocationalization of education and skill development at secondary stages.

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C. Ensuring inclusive education for children with special needs.

Question 6

A farmer in Kerala wants to shift from traditional paddy cultivation to a more profitable and sustainable model, considering the changing climate and market demands. Which of the following approaches would be most aligned with the objectives of promoting agricultural diversification and sustainability in Kerala?

Accepted Answer

C. Integrating aquaculture with paddy cultivation (Paddy-fish farming) and intercropping with short-duration vegetables. — Integrating aquaculture with paddy cultivation (Paddy-fish farming) and intercropping with short-duration vegetables represents a holistic approach to agricultural diversification and sustainability. This method enhances biodiversity, optimizes resource utilization, and provides multiple income streams, aligning with modern sustainable farming practices in Kerala. Options A, B, and D primarily suggest monoculture or less sustainable intensification, which do not fully address the need for diversification and environmental resilience.

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A. Focusing solely on increasing the yield of existing paddy varieties through chemical fertilizers and pesticides.

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B. Cultivating high-value spices like black pepper and cardamom as monocrops in large plantations.

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D. Shifting entirely to rubber plantation as it offers stable long-term returns.

Question 7

Oommen Chandy's Solar controversy:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2013 — Solar scam allegations 2013.‌​‍

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2015

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2011

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2016

Question 8

Synonym of GUILE:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cunning — Sly cleverness.‌​‍

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Truth

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Honesty

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Simplicity

Question 9

Under the National Health Mission (NHM), which programme focuses on reducing maternal and child mortality?

Accepted Answer

C. Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health (RMNCH+A) — The correct answer is C. Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health (RMNCH+A). This programme specifically targets maternal and child health, aiming to reduce mortality rates. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as they focus on vector-borne diseases, tuberculosis, and non-communicable diseases, respectively, not maternal and child health.

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A. National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP)

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B. National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP)

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D. National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases, and Stroke (NPCDCS)

Question 10

Symbol of Gold:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Au — Au (Latin: Aurum). Ag = Silver.‌​‍

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Go

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Gd

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Ag

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #633