Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #469

Question 1

The Kerala Land Reforms Act was enacted in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1969 — Kerala Land Reforms Act 1969 (effective 1 Jan 1970) abolished landlordism.‌​‍

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1947

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1957

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1975

Question 2

The National Games of India play a significant role in the country's sports landscape. From the perspective of national sports development objectives, what is the most profound impact a state can achieve by consistently performing well and investing in its sports ecosystem, as reflected through participation in events like the National Games?

Accepted Answer

C. It cultivates a robust sports culture, identifies grassroots talent, and strengthens the pipeline for national and international representation, thereby contributing to India's overall sporting prowess. — Consistent strong performance and investment in sports, as demonstrated in events like the National Games, most profoundly contribute to national sports development by fostering a robust sports culture. This enables the identification and nurturing of talent from the grassroots, strengthening the overall pool of athletes for national and international competitions. While other options might represent partial benefits, they do not encompass the comprehensive long-term objective of building India's overall sporting prowess.

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A. It guarantees a direct increase in the state's share of central government sports funding for the subsequent fiscal year.

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B. It primarily enhances the state's reputation, attracting private sector sponsorships for individual athletes.

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D. It ensures that the state will be prioritized to host the next edition of the National Games, promoting local infrastructure development.

Question 3

Which writer is associated with the 'Malayali Memorial'?

Accepted Answer

C.V. Raman Pillai — C.V. Raman Pillai drafted the Malayali Memorial (1891) petition.

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E.V. Krishna Pillai

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Kumaran Asan

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Bodheswaran

Question 4

Human Rights Day is:

Accepted Answer

10 December — 10 December commemorates UDHR adoption (1948). Human Rights Day celebrated globally.

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26 January

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24 October

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8 March

Question 5

According to Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences, which type of intelligence is most likely demonstrated by a professional athlete who excels in body coordination and movement?

Accepted Answer

B. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence — Gardner's Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence refers to the ability to control body movements and handle objects skillfully. The athlete's abilities align with this type. Options A, C, and D describe other forms of intelligence unrelated to physical coordination.

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A. Linguistic Intelligence

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C. Interpersonal Intelligence

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D. Intrapersonal Intelligence

Question 6

CIAL's solar power achievement:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

First fully solar-powered airport (2015) — World's first fully solar-powered airport.‌​‍

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No solar

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100% wind

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Partial

Question 7

The Latin word 'audire' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

To hear — 'Audire' means 'to hear' — from which 'audit' is derived.‌​‍

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To check

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To note

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To find

Question 8

Synonym of WRETCHED:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Miserable — In a miserable state.‌​‍

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Happy

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Joyful

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Content

Question 9

The primary function of the epiglottis during swallowing is to:

Accepted Answer

B. Prevent food from entering the trachea. — The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located at the root of the tongue that closes over the opening of the larynx (trachea) during swallowing, preventing food and liquids from entering the respiratory tract. It does not primarily direct food into the esophagus (that's the pharynx's role), initiate the gag reflex, or facilitate air passage during swallowing.

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A. Direct food into the esophagus.

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C. Initiate the gag reflex.

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D. Facilitate air passage into the larynx.

Question 10

Longest river in India:

Accepted Answer

Ganga — Ganga — 2,525 km within India.

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Godavari

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Brahmaputra

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Yamuna

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #469