Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #88

Question 1

The Ezhuthachan Puraskaram is Kerala's highest literary honour. Which of the following statements accurately describes a key aspect of this prestigious award?

Accepted Answer

B. The award money currently stands at ₹5,00,000, along with a citation and a plaque. — The Ezhuthachan Puraskaram, constituted by the Government of Kerala, is the highest literary honour for contributions specifically to Malayalam literature, not all Indian languages. The award money was increased to ₹5,00,000 in 2020. While it was instituted in 1993, the first recipient was Suranad Kunjan Pillai, making option D incorrect.

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A. It is awarded for contributions to Indian literature across all languages, similar to the Jnanpith Award.

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C. The recipient is selected by a panel constituted by the Government of India's Ministry of Culture.

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D. It was first instituted in 1993, with M.T. Vasudevan Nair being the inaugural recipient.

Question 2

Consumer Protection Act of India:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1986, revised 2019 — Six consumer rights: safety, information, choice, redressal, consumer education, be heard. ‌​‍2019 Act adds e-commerce, product liability.

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1991

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2015

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1947

Question 3

The French Revolution began with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Storming of the Bastille (14 July 1789) — Storming of Bastille 14 July 1789 — symbolic start. ‌​‍Other key events: Tennis Court Oath (June 1789), Declaration of Rights of Man (Aug 1789).

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Napoleon's coup

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Tennis Court Oath

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Execution of Louis XVI

Question 4

Nanda Devi Biosphere:

Accepted Answer

Uttarakhand — Uttarakhand.

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HP

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Sikkim

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UK (Uttarakhand)

Question 5

India's 2024 General Election phases:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

7 phases — 7 phases, April-June 2024.‌​‍

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4 phases

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5 phases

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6 phases

Question 6

The socio-religious reform movements in Kerala played a crucial role in challenging patriarchal norms and enhancing women's status. Among the following initiatives, which one stands out as having the most transformative and long-term impact on empowering women across different communities?

Accepted Answer

C. Establishing and promoting educational institutions specifically for girls and advocating for their universal schooling. — Promoting universal access to education for girls was the most transformative step, as education is fundamental to women's autonomy, economic independence, and ability to challenge traditional patriarchal structures. While campaigning against specific social evils (like 'Marumakkathayam' which was specific to certain communities) or advocating for political participation were important, these often followed or were enabled by a foundational shift in women's educational opportunities. Encouraging leadership within reform organizations, though valuable, did not have the broad, systemic impact on

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A. The active campaigning against social evils like 'Marumakkathayam' and 'Sambandham' in certain communities.

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B. Advocating for the right of women to participate in public discourse and political assemblies.

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D. Encouraging women's leadership roles within the reform organizations themselves.

Question 7

ICAR Kerala centers:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

CMFRI, CPCRI, KAU — Multiple.‌​‍

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None

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Only CMFRI

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Only KAU

Question 8

Kerala's traditional male dress:

Accepted Answer

All three variants — All names for similar.

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Mundu

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Dhoti

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Lungi

Question 9

Antonym of VERBOSE:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Concise — Verbose = using too many words.‌​‍

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Wordy

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Detailed

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Lengthy

Question 10

The Malayali Congress leaders active at the national level included:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

C. Sankaran Nair and Barrister G.P. Pillai — Both C. ‌​‍Sankaran Nair (INC President 1897) and G.P. Pillai were prominent Malayali Congressmen.

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K.P. Kesava Menon only

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Only G.P. Pillai

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Only C. Sankaran Nair

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #88