Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #229

Question 1

Swathi Thirunal known for:‌​‍

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Music and modernisation — Scholar-king, Carnatic/Hindustani composer.‌​‍

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Military conquest

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Temple building

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Social reform

Question 2

India's largest oil refinery:‌​‍

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Jamnagar — Jamnagar (Reliance) — world's largest oil refinery complex.‌​‍

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Panipat

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Mathura

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Haldia

Question 3

Laterite soils are extensively found in the midland regions of Kerala. Considering their formation process and typical properties, which of the following statements accurately describes a key characteristic and its implication for agriculture in the state?

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C. They are characterized by a high content of iron and aluminum oxides, are generally acidic, and have low fertility due to intense leaching of basic nutrients, requiring liming and fertilization for good yields. — Laterite soils form under hot, humid tropical conditions through intense leaching, which removes silica and most basic cations, leaving behind iron and aluminum oxides. This process makes them acidic and poor in essential plant nutrients and organic matter. Consequently, farmers in Kerala often need to apply lime to neutralize acidity and add fertilizers to improve soil fertility for successful cultivation.

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A. They are highly fertile due to rich organic matter content and excellent water retention, supporting intensive farming without significant amendments.

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B. They are formed through the deposition of river sediments, making them deep, well-aerated, and naturally rich in all macro-nutrients.

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D. They possess a high cation exchange capacity and neutral pH, which allows for a wide variety of crops to thrive naturally even in dry conditions.

Question 4

Vande Bharat full form:‌​‍

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Both A and C — Train 18 renamed Vande Bharat Express.‌​‍

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Indian Bullet Train

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Train 18

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Vande Bharat Express

Question 5

A leading pharmacologist from Kerala is being felicitated for his exemplary contributions to drug discovery and development, particularly for a novel treatment for a rare disease. Which of the following prestigious national awards is most appropriately conferred upon him for his significant achievements in the medical field?

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B. Dr. B.C. Roy Award — The Dr. B.C. Roy Award is a prestigious national award in India, presented by the Medical Council of India for outstanding contributions in the field of medicine. It specifically recognizes exemplary work in various branches of medicine. The other options are for sports (Arjuna, Dronacharya) and literature (Jnanpith), making them inappropriate for contributions to drug discovery and medical science.

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A. Arjuna Award

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C. Dronacharya Award

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D. Jnanpith Award

Question 6

A patient undergoing long-term corticosteroid therapy for an autoimmune condition is at increased risk for developing opportunistic infections. This is primarily because corticosteroids:

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C. Suppress the immune system. — Corticosteroids are potent immunosuppressants that reduce the body's inflammatory and immune responses. This suppression of the immune system makes patients on long-term corticosteroid therapy highly susceptible to opportunistic infections, as their natural defenses are compromised. They do not directly enhance bacterial growth or increase antibody production.

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A. Directly enhance bacterial growth.

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B. Increase antibody production.

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D. Improve phagocytic activity.

Question 7

Which authority is responsible for the enforcement of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, in India?

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B. Narcotic Control Bureau (NCB) — The Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) is the primary authority responsible for the enforcement of the NDPS Act, including the control and regulation of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances. The Narcotic Control Bureau (NCB) was later established to coordinate and strengthen enforcement efforts.

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A. Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN)

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C. State Excise Department

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D. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

Question 8

Which of the following is a common chemical disinfectant used for municipal water treatment to kill bacteria and viruses?

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B. Chlorine — Chlorine and its compounds are widely used in municipal water treatment plants as disinfectants due to their effectiveness in killing most bacteria and viruses, making the water safe for consumption. Sodium chloride is table salt, calcium carbonate is limestone, and magnesium sulfate is Epsom salt; none are primary water disinfectants.

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A. Sodium chloride

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C. Calcium carbonate

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D. Magnesium sulfate

Question 9

Following the 'Feedback' session in a microteaching cycle, what is the immediate next step a trainee teacher should undertake to improve their performance?

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B. Analyze the feedback received and modify the lesson plan. — After receiving feedback on the 'Teach' session, the crucial next step in the microteaching cycle is 'Re-plan'. This involves analyzing the feedback, identifying areas for improvement, and making necessary modifications to the lesson plan before proceeding to 'Re-teach'. Self-assessment is part of the analysis but 'Re-plan' is the distinct action.

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A. Re-teach the lesson to a different group of students.

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C. Observe another teacher demonstrating the same skill.

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D. Conduct a self-assessment of the previous teaching session.

Question 10

Pearl Harbor attack (7 Dec 1941) brought which country into WWII?‌​‍

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USA — Japan attacked US naval base Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. ‌​‍Next day, USA declared war on Japan. Germany declared war on USA soon after.

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Italy

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France

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USSR

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #229