Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #750

Question 1

The NHRC is a:

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Statutory body (formed by Parliamentary law) — NHRC is a statutory body under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.

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Constitutional body

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Executive body

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Advisory body only

Question 2

The integration of princely states into the Indian Union was a complex process in post-independence India. In the context of the Travancore-Cochin merger, which of the following best describes the primary political impetus for their unification?

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C. The culmination of popular agitation for responsible government within both states, coupled with the Indian Union's firm policy on princely state integration. — The primary impetus for the Travancore-Cochin merger was the strong demand for responsible government from popular movements like the State Congress in both states, coupled with the Indian Union's resolute policy of integrating princely states into the national framework. Options A, B, and D represent less significant or inaccurate motivations; the British administration did not directly order such mergers post-independence, and economic competition or military alliances were not the driving forces for this specific unification.

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A. To create a stronger economic bloc to compete with neighboring Madras Presidency.

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B. The direct order from the departing British colonial administration to form larger administrative units.

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D. The strategic military alliance formed between Travancore and Cochin to counter potential external threats.

Question 3

CM Odisha 2024:‌​‍

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Mohan Charan Majhi — BJP's Majhi — ended 24-year Patnaik era.‌​‍

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Naveen Patnaik

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VK Pandian

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Other

Question 4

Bangalore airport:‌​‍

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Both — Both names used.‌​‍

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Kempegowda Intl

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BIAL

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HAL

Question 5

Which of the following are the components of prejudice?‌​‍

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Cognitive (stereotype) + Affective (prejudice) + Behavioral (discrimination) — Stereotype = belief. ‌​‍Prejudice = attitude. Discrimination = behavior. ‌​‍Contact hypothesis reduces prejudice (Allport).

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None

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Only action

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Only belief

Question 6

Synonym of ASSIDUOUS:‌​‍

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Diligent — Showing great care and perseverance.‌​‍

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Lazy

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Quick

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Careless

Question 7

Unsustainable sand mining from the riverbeds of Kerala's major rivers poses significant environmental and socio-economic challenges. From an ecological and hydrological perspective, which of the following represents the most critical direct impact of excessive sand extraction on the riverine ecosystem and surrounding areas?

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B. Lowering of the riverbed and water table, resulting in reduced groundwater recharge, destabilization of riverbanks, and exposure of bridge foundations. — Excessive sand mining directly lowers the riverbed. This lowering causes a corresponding drop in the water table of the surrounding areas, reducing groundwater recharge and affecting wells. It also destabilizes riverbanks, leading to erosion, and exposes the foundations of bridges and other riverine infrastructure, compromising their structural integrity.

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A. Alteration of the river's natural meandering pattern, leading to increased flood risk in upstream regions.

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C. Enhanced deposition of silt and clay downstream, causing blockages in irrigation canals and reduction in reservoir capacities.

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D. Increased salinity intrusion into freshwater aquifers in coastal belts due to a decrease in the overall volume of river water.

Question 8

What is the antonym of 'predecessor'?‌​‍

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successor — Predecessor (one who came before) ↔ Successor (one who comes after).‌​‍

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ascendant

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descendant

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ancestor

Question 9

Swami Vivekananda's famous speech at Chicago began with:‌​‍

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Sisters and Brothers of America — Opening line from his 11 September 1893 address at the Parliament of Religions.‌​‍

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Friends and colleagues

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My dear Americans

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Ladies and Gentlemen

Question 10

The concept of Directive Principles was borrowed from which country's constitution?‌​‍

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Ireland — DPSPs were adopted from the Irish Constitution of 1937 (which in turn drew from the Spanish Constitution of 1931).‌​‍

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USA

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UK

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USSR

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #750