Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #979

Question 1

CVC stands for:

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Central Vigilance Commission — Central Vigilance Commission (1964, statutory 2003).

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Central Verification Council

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Chief Vigilance Commissioner

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Central Voting Commission

Question 2

The merger of Travancore and Cochin in 1949, forming the United State of Travancore and Cochin, was not merely an administrative consolidation but also held significant strategic importance for the nascent Indian Union. From the perspective of the central government's long-term vision for regional development and stability, which of the following best describes a key strategic advantage sought through this specific merger?

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B. To forge a more economically viable and resource-rich entity by combining Travancore's agricultural and industrial base with Cochin's strategic port and trade infrastructure, thereby strengthening the southern region. — The merger aimed to create a robust economic unit in the south. By combining Travancore's fertile agricultural lands, growing industries, and revenues with Cochin's vital port and trade networks, the central government sought to establish a self-sustaining and prosperous regional entity. This consolidation was crucial for enhancing overall economic stability and facilitating planned development within the newly independent India, aligning with the broader goal of integrating viable units into the Union.

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A. To establish a preliminary framework for linguistic states, anticipating the future demands for Kerala by combining Malayalam-speaking regions.

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C. To test a novel model of integrating princely states where traditional rulers would retain substantial executive powers, thereby ensuring a smoother transition for larger states like Hyderabad and Mysore.

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D. To create a buffer state against potential maritime threats in the Arabian Sea, utilizing the combined naval resources and coastline of the two former kingdoms.

Question 3

The J.C. Daniel Award is the highest honour in Malayalam cinema, conferred by the Government of Kerala for lifetime contributions. Which of the following is a key characteristic of this award?

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B. The award is named after J.C. Daniel, who is considered the 'Father of Malayalam Cinema'. — J.C. Daniel is widely acknowledged as the 'Father of Malayalam Cinema' for producing and directing the first Malayalam feature film, 'Vigathakumaran'. The award is named in his honour to recognize lifetime contributions to the industry, celebrating pioneers and veterans, not just single-year performances or debut works.

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A. It is awarded exclusively to directors for their debut films.

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C. It specifically recognizes achievements in acting performances in a single year.

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D. The selection committee is chaired by the President of the Kerala Film Producers Association.

Question 4

State Veteran award:‌​‍

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Sahitya Akademi Distinguished Fellowship — Various state-level awards.‌​‍

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All

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None

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Only one

Question 5

Indirect: 'Are you coming?' she asked.‌​‍

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She asked if I was coming — Yes/No question → if/whether. 'She asked if I was coming.'‌​‍

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She asked are you coming

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She asked that I was coming

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She asked whether am I coming

Question 6

Soliloquy in drama:

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Character speaks thoughts aloud alone on stage — Reveals inner state. 'To be or not to be'. Aside: brief remark to audience, other characters don't hear.

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Dialogue

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Song

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Exit line

Question 7

One word: Long narrative poem on hero:‌​‍

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Epic — Epic.‌​‍

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Lyric

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Sonnet

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Ode

Question 8

The 'Silent Valley' is located in which district of Kerala?

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Palakkad — Silent Valley National Park is in Palakkad district. It is one of the last undisturbed tropical evergreen forests in India.

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Idukki

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Wayanad

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Thrissur

Question 9

Schedule 8:‌​‍

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22 languages — 22 scheduled languages.‌​‍

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Sched tribes

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Regions

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Sched castes

Question 10

Synonym of ELOQUENT:‌​‍

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Articulate — Fluent in speech.‌​‍

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Quiet

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Slow

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Mute

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #979