Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #344

Question 1

Which was Kerala's first Malayalam newspaper?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rajyasamacharam (1847, by Hermann Gundert) — Talasseri. ‌​‍Gundert (German missionary) also compiled Malayalam-English dictionary (1872). Paschimodayam was second.

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Manorama

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Mathrubhumi

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Kerala Kaumudi

Question 2

Which of the following digestive enzymes, primarily secreted by the pancreas, is responsible for the breakdown of fats (triglycerides) into fatty acids and glycerol in the small intestine?

Accepted Answer

C. Lipase — Pancreatic lipase is the primary enzyme responsible for the digestion of dietary fats (triglycerides) in the small intestine, breaking them down into absorbable fatty acids and monoglycerides. Amylase digests carbohydrates, pepsin digests proteins in the stomach, and trypsin digests proteins in the small intestine.

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A. Amylase

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B. Pepsin

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D. Trypsin

Question 3

Chief Minister of Kerala 2026:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pinarayi Vijayan — Pinarayi Vijayan (2nd consecutive term since 2021).‌​‍

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Oommen Chandy

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V.S. Achuthanandan

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Ramesh Chennithala

Question 4

A high school student completes an assignment solely because it fulfills their personal interest in the subject, not for any external reward. This scenario best exemplifies which type of motivation?

Accepted Answer

A. Intrinsic motivation — Intrinsic motivation refers to engaging in an activity for its inherent satisfaction rather than external rewards. Extrinsic motivation (Option B) involves external incentives, amotivation (Option C) is a lack of motivation, and drive-reduction theory (Option D) pertains to biological needs.

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B. Extrinsic motivation

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C. Amotivation

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D. Drive-reduction theory

Question 5

A rapidly developing urban area in Kerala is grappling with escalating levels of air pollution, primarily from vehicular emissions and industrial activities, leading to public health concerns and environmental degradation. Which of the following integrated strategies would be most effective and sustainable for long-term air quality improvement?

Accepted Answer

C. Promoting significant investment in electric vehicle infrastructure and public transport, enforcing stringent emission standards for both vehicles and industries, and facilitating the transition to cleaner energy sources. — Option C offers the most comprehensive and sustainable long-term solution by addressing the root causes of air pollution through technological advancements (electric vehicles, cleaner energy), infrastructure development (public transport), and robust regulatory enforcement. Option A is a partial and temporary measure, and relocating industries only shifts the problem. Option B treats symptoms rather than causes and is neither sustainable nor cost-effective. Option D is crucial for public health but does not directly mitigate the sources of pollution.

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A. Implementing a strict 'odd-even' road rationing scheme for private vehicles and relocating all major polluting industries to designated industrial zones outside the city limits.

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B. Focusing exclusively on establishing large-scale air purification towers in public spaces and providing free respiratory masks to all residents.

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D. Initiating mass awareness campaigns on the health impacts of air pollution and establishing more health clinics to treat pollution-related illnesses.

Question 6

Company has:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Limited liability of shareholders, separate legal entity, perpetual succession — Common seal. ‌​‍Can sue and be sued. Companies Act 2013. ‌​‍Salomon v Salomon established separate entity principle.

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Unregulated

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Only one owner

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No liability

Question 7

Chandrayaan-3 landed on the Moon in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

August 2023 — 23 August 2023.‌​‍

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July 2023

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September 2023

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October 2023

Question 8

The most widespread type of natural vegetation in India is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Tropical Deciduous — Tropical Deciduous Forests (Monsoon Forests) are the most widespread forest type in India, found in areas with 70-200 cm rainfall.‌​‍

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Tropical Evergreen

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Thorn Forest

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Mangrove

Question 9

The Palakkad Gap connects Kerala with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Tamil Nadu — The Palakkad Gap is the only significant break in the Western Ghats, connecting Kerala with Tamil Nadu.‌​‍

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Karnataka

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Goa

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Andhra Pradesh

Question 10

The height of a tower from which the angle of elevation of the top is 60° at 50 m distance:

Accepted Answer

50√3 m — tan 60° = h/50 → h = 50·√3 ≈ 86.6 m.

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50 m

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100 m

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25 m

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #344