Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #99

Question 1

The centroid of a triangle divides each median in the ratio:

Accepted Answer

2:1 (vertex to midpoint of opp. side) — Centroid divides each median 2:1 from vertex to opposite side midpoint.

Answer

1:1

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1:2 (from vertex)

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1:3

Question 2

Synonym of CREDULOUS:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Gullible — Easily convinced.‌​‍

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Skeptical

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Smart

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Wise

Question 3

Time ahead of GMT:

Accepted Answer

5.5 hrs — IST = GMT+5:30.

Answer

4 hrs

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6 hrs

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3 hrs

Question 4

Malabar Special Police (MSP) was formed in the year:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1884 — The Malabar Special Police was established in 1884 and is one of the oldest armed police forces in India.‌​‍

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1947

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1921

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1885

Question 5

Which of the following geographical features is LEAST characteristic of Kerala's 'Midland' physiographic region?

Accepted Answer

D. Significant areas of mangroves and estuarine ecosystems. — The Midland region of Kerala is primarily characterized by undulating laterite hills, fertile river valleys, and is a hub for diverse cash crop cultivation (A, B). Rivers originating from the Western Ghats traverse this region before reaching the coast (C). Mangroves and estuarine ecosystems, however, are distinct features of the Lowland or coastal physiographic region, making them least characteristic of the Midland.

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A. Extensive laterite soil deposits and undulating terrain.

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B. Cultivation of diverse cash crops like rubber, pepper, and cashew.

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C. Presence of numerous small to medium-sized rivers originating from the Western Ghats.

Question 6

Who founded Jatinasini Sabha?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Anandatheerthan — Anandatheerthan (Swami Anandatheertha) founded Jatinasini Sabha to fight caste system.‌​‍

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Thycaud Ayya

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Chattampi Swamikal

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Pandit Karuppan

Question 7

National Education Day, observed on November 11th, celebrates the birth anniversary of India's first Education Minister, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad. A school aims to truly embody the spirit of this day. Which of the following initiatives would most appropriately reflect its core purpose?

Accepted Answer

C. Hosting a panel discussion on the evolution of India's education system post-independence and the vision for universal education. — National Education Day commemorates Maulana Abul Kalam Azad's birth anniversary and his pivotal role as India's first Education Minister in shaping the post-independence education system, including advocating for universal elementary education. A panel discussion on the evolution and vision of the education system directly reflects his foundational contributions. Options A, B, and D, while valuable, do not as directly align with Azad's specific legacy celebrated on this day.

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A. Organizing a 'Young Scientists Fair' to promote innovation in STEM fields.

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B. Conducting a felicitation ceremony for outstanding teachers in the district.

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D. Launching a campaign to promote literacy among adult learners in the local community.

Question 8

Sound travels fastest in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Steel — Sound travels fastest in solids (steel ~5,960 m/s) > liquids > gases. ‌​‍Cannot travel through vacuum.

Answer

Vacuum

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Air

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Water

Question 9

The Gini Coefficient in Kerala has shown a rising trend in recent years. What does this trend primarily indicate about the state's economic situation?

Accepted Answer

B. An increase in income inequality, where the gap between the richest and poorest is widening — A rising Gini Coefficient indicates increasing income inequality (Option B), as it measures the disparity in income distribution within a population. It does not necessarily imply a decrease in absolute poverty (Option A), which would require separate indicators like the poverty headcount ratio. It also does not directly measure public expenditure (Option C) or economic sector shifts (Option D), though these factors may contribute to inequality.

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A. A decrease in absolute poverty levels across all income groups

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C. A reduction in public expenditure on welfare schemes like PDS and MGNREGS

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D. A shift in economic growth from agriculture to high-productivity industries only benefiting urban areas

Question 10

The Finance Commission is constituted every five years by the President of India under which Article of the Constitution?

Accepted Answer

Article 280 — The Finance Commission is constituted under Article 280 of the Indian Constitution.

Answer

Article 263

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Article 275

Answer

Article 282

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #99