Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #460

Question 1

The Gram Sabha in Kerala must meet at least how many times a year?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

4 — The Gram Sabha (assembly of all voters in a ward) must meet at least 4 times a year (quarterly) as per the Kerala Panchayati Raj Act.‌​‍

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2

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3

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6

Question 2

Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary is located in the heart of which city?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kochi — Mangalavanam is a mangrove wetland in the heart of Kochi city, often called the green lung of Kochi.‌​‍

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Thrissur

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Thiruvananthapuram

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Kozhikode

Question 3

The Kerala Fibre Optic Network (KFON) project has been a flagship initiative of the state government. Beyond providing high-speed internet connectivity, what is a key socio-economic objective KFON aims to achieve?

Accepted Answer

C. To bridge the digital divide by providing free internet access to economically backward households and government offices. — KFON's primary socio-economic objective is to bridge the digital divide by ensuring equitable access to high-speed internet. This includes providing free internet connections to economically backward families and government institutions, thereby promoting digital inclusion and e-governance. While other options relate to digital infrastructure or literacy, they do not capture the core socio-economic impact of KFON as effectively as bridging the digital divide for all.

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A. To establish a new state-owned mobile network provider, competing with private telecom operators.

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B. To ensure digital literacy for all citizens by distributing free tablets and laptops.

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D. To develop advanced cybersecurity infrastructure exclusively for state government departments.

Question 4

Kerala fisheries rank in India:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Top 3 — Among top marine fisheries states.‌​‍

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Last

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Low

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Top 10 marine

Question 5

IUD (intrauterine device) is a:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mechanical contraceptive (e.g., Copper-T, LNG-20) — Effective, reversible. ‌​‍Copper-T releases Cu ions spermicidal; LNG-20 releases levonorgestrel.

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Oral pill

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Hormonal contraceptive

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Natural method

Question 6

NITI Aayog initiatives for EVs and air quality: (i) LiFE (ii) Shoonya (iii) NDAP (iv) E-Amrit‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Only (ii & iv) — Shoonya and E-Amrit promote EVs directly. ‌​‍LiFE is Lifestyle for Environment (broader); NDAP is data platform.

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Only (i)

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Only (iii)

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Only (iii & iv)

Question 7

Number of subsets of a set with n elements:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2^n — Each element is in or out → 2 choices. ‌​‍Empty set counts. Number of proper subsets: 2^n - 1.

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n!

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n

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n²

Question 8

A teacher observes that a student, Priya, frequently appears tired, hungry, and struggles to concentrate in class, often falling asleep. According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which level of needs should the teacher prioritize addressing before expecting academic improvement?

Accepted Answer

C. Physiological needs — Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs posits that basic physiological needs, such as food and rest, must be met before an individual can focus on higher-level needs like learning and concentration. Priya's symptoms of tiredness and hunger indicate unmet physiological needs, which are fundamental to her ability to engage in academic activities. Addressing esteem, self-actualization, or love and belonging needs would be less effective if these basic needs are not first satisfied.

Answer

A. Self-actualization needs

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B. Esteem needs

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D. Love and belonging needs

Question 9

Synonym of LUDICROUS:

Accepted Answer

Absurd — Ridiculous.

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Serious

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Wise

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Sensible

Question 10

Synonym of DEARTH:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Scarcity — Lack, shortage.‌​‍

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Wealth

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Abundance

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Plenty

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #460