Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #580

Question 1

The Dr. B. C. Roy Award, instituted by the Medical Council of India (now National Medical Commission), is annually conferred to recognize:

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B. Eminent medical persons for their contributions in various fields of medicine, including medical teaching and research. — The Dr. B. C. Roy Award is one of the highest recognitions for medical professionals in India, honoring eminent medical persons for their distinguished service in various branches of medicine, medical teaching, and research. It celebrates overall contributions to the medical field, not just specific areas like journalism or device innovation.

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A. Outstanding contributions to medical journalism and health awareness campaigns.

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C. Innovative medical device development and manufacturing.

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D. Significant philanthropic activities and charity work in healthcare.

Question 2

cos 60°:

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1/2 — 1/2.

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√3/2

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1

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0

Question 3

Synonym of INUNDATE:

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Flood — Overwhelm with water or things.

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Drain

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Empty

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Reduce

Question 4

Largest savanna:

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African Savanna — African savanna — Serengeti etc.

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Australian

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South American

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Indian

Question 5

Bhakra Nangal Dam is on which river?‌​‍

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Sutlej — Bhakra Nangal Dam on the Sutlej River in Himachal Pradesh-Punjab border is one of India's highest dams.‌​‍

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Ravi

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Beas

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Chenab

Question 6

The report 'The Indian Economy – A Review', an alternative to Economic Survey 2024, was authored by:

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V. Anantha Nageswaran — Dr V. Anantha Nageswaran, Chief Economic Adviser, authored the January 2024 mini-review.

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Krishnamurthy Subramanian

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Mr. Satyendra Kishore

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Shri. S. Ramakrishnan

Question 7

A significant recommendation of NEP 2020 concerning language in education is the promotion of multilingualism. Which of the following statements accurately reflects NEP 2020's stance on the medium of instruction, especially in the Foundational Stage?

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B. Instruction should preferably be in the home language/mother tongue/local language until at least Grade 5, and preferably till Grade 8 and beyond. — NEP 2020 strongly advocates for instruction in the home language/mother tongue/local language wherever possible, at least until Grade 5, and preferably till Grade 8 and beyond, to enhance learning outcomes and cognitive development. Options A, C, and D contradict this emphasis on multilingualism and the use of local languages as the medium of instruction.

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A. English must be the sole medium of instruction from Grade 1 onwards.

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C. Sanskrit should be the compulsory medium of instruction across all stages of school education.

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D. Students should be taught only in one language throughout their school journey to avoid confusion.

Question 8

Puncak Jaya in:‌​‍

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Indonesia — Highest Oceania (4884m).‌​‍

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PNG

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Malaysia

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Philippines

Question 9

A school counselor notes that a student, despite average performance in traditional academic subjects, consistently demonstrates exceptional ability in understanding others' feelings, mediating conflicts among peers, and leading group projects effectively. According to Howard Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences, which intelligence is most prominent in this student?

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C. Interpersonal intelligence — Howard Gardner's theory includes Interpersonal intelligence, which is the capacity to understand and interact effectively with others, recognizing their moods, motivations, and desires. The student's skills in understanding feelings, mediating conflicts, and leading groups are clear indicators of strong interpersonal intelligence. Intrapersonal intelligence relates to self-understanding, while bodily-kinesthetic and naturalistic are different domains of intelligence.

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A. Intrapersonal intelligence

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B. Bodily-kinesthetic intelligence

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D. Naturalistic intelligence

Question 10

In a remote tribal area of Kerala, there's a recognized need to construct additional classrooms, provide residential facilities for girls, and ensure barrier-free access for children with special needs in existing elementary schools. Which central-sponsored program, implemented at the state level, would primarily facilitate funding and implementation for these infrastructure development and inclusion initiatives?

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D. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) — Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA), now part of Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, is a central-sponsored program aimed at universalizing elementary education. It specifically provides financial assistance for infrastructure development like classrooms, toilets, ramps, and implements initiatives for out-of-school children and inclusive education. DPI is the state administrative body, NCERT is a central academic body, and KIIFB is a state financial institution for general infrastructure projects.

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A. Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI)

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B. Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB)

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C. National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #580