Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #2

Question 1

Which reformer is associated with the 'Ezhava Memorial' of 1896, a petition demanding reservation in government jobs and educational institutions for the Ezhava community?

Accepted Answer

C. Dr. Palpu — Dr. Palpu, a prominent Ezhava reformer and physician, was the primary leader of the 'Ezhava Memorial' of 1896, which petitioned the Maharaja of Travancore for reservation in government jobs and education. Chattampi Swamikal was a social reformer who advocated against casteism and superstitions but was not directly involved in the memorial. Vaikunda Swamikal, a social reformer from Tamil Nadu, had different ideological influences. Kumaran Asan, a poet-reformer, contributed to social awakening but was not the leader of this specific movement.

Answer

A. Chattampi Swamikal

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B. Vaikunda Swamikal

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D. Kumaran Asan

Question 2

In which state is Sariska located?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rajasthan — Rajasthan.‌​‍

Answer

Haryana

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UP

Answer

MP

Question 3

How many times do clock hands overlap in 12 hours?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

11 — 11 times in 12 hours (not 12 — because the overlap between 11 and 12 doesn't happen separately).‌​‍

Answer

10

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12

Answer

24

Question 4

The Kerala government is launching a statewide initiative to integrate advanced digital tools and smart classroom technologies into all government and aided schools, along with providing comprehensive IT training for teachers. Which specific organization within the state's education framework is mandated to spearhead the implementation and technical support for this ambitious project?

Accepted Answer

B. Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) — KITE (Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education) is the nodal agency responsible for promoting and implementing IT education and digital infrastructure in schools across Kerala, including smart classrooms and teacher IT training. While SSK is a comprehensive scheme encompassing various educational initiatives, KITE is the specific technical implementation arm. DGE handles overall administration, and SCERT focuses on curriculum and academic support.

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A. Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK)

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C. Directorate of General Education (DGE)

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D. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)

Question 5

Which king issued the Temple Entry Proclamation?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma — Sree Chithira Thirunal of Travancore signed the Proclamation on 12 November 1936.‌​‍

Answer

Sree Moolam Thirunal Rama Varma

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Marthanda Varma

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Visakham Thirunal Rama Varma

Question 6

Synonym of PROFUSE:

Accepted Answer

Plentiful — Abundant.

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Scarce

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Limited

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Few

Question 7

Set-Mundu:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Two-piece Kerala women's traditional dress — Set-mundu or Mundum Neriyathum.‌​‍

Answer

One-piece

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Male

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Religious

Question 8

Capital of Turkey:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ankara — Ankara.‌​‍

Answer

Izmir

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Istanbul

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Antalya

Question 9

The newest district in Kerala (formed in 1982) is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pathanamthitta — Pathanamthitta was formed in 1982 from parts of Kollam, Alappuzha, and Idukki.‌​‍

Answer

Wayanad

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Idukki

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Malappuram

Question 10

The 'Venice of the East' is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Alappuzha — Alappuzha is called the 'Venice of the East' due to its network of backwaters and canals.‌​‍

Answer

Kochi

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Kollam

Answer

Kozhikode

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #2