Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #683

Question 1

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes achieving Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) for all children. According to the NEP 2020 document, by which year is this universal FLN in primary schools targeted to be achieved?

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A. 2025 — The NEP 2020 document explicitly states that achieving universal foundational literacy and numeracy in primary school is the highest priority and targets this by 2025. While the NIPUN Bharat Mission, launched to implement this, has a target of 2026-27, the policy itself set the earlier ambitious goal.

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B. 2027

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C. 2030

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D. 2035

Question 2

A newborn baby acquires passive immunity against certain diseases from its mother. This type of immunity is primarily mediated by the transfer of which immunoglobulin through the placenta?

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D. IgG — Passive acquired immunity in newborns is primarily achieved by the transfer of maternal antibodies, specifically Immunoglobulin G (IgG), across the placenta. IgG is the only class of immunoglobulin capable of crossing the placental barrier. IgA is found in breast milk, while IgM and IgE do not cross the placenta.

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A. IgA

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B. IgE

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C. IgM

Question 3

The leader of the Malabar Rebellion was:‌​‍

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Variyankunnathu Kunjahammed Haji — Variyankunnathu Kunjahammed Haji was the key leader of the 1921 Malabar Rebellion.‌​‍

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K. Kelappan

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T.K. Madhavan

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Pazhassi Raja

Question 4

The National Health Policy (NHP) in India emphasizes reducing out-of-pocket expenditure on healthcare, particularly for medicines. Which of the following government initiatives, directly impacting pharmacists and drug availability, is primarily aimed at achieving this objective by promoting affordable alternatives?

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B. Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP). — The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) is a direct outcome of the NHP's focus on affordability. It aims to provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices through Jan Aushadhi Kendras, significantly reducing the financial burden on patients. While other options are important health initiatives, their primary objective is not the broad promotion of affordable drug alternatives to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure.

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A. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM).

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C. National AIDS Control Programme (NACP).

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D. Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS).

Question 5

The Gulf of Mannar, known for pearl fisheries, lies between:

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India and Sri Lanka — The Gulf of Mannar separates southeastern India from northwestern Sri Lanka.

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India and Myanmar

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India and Maldives

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India and Bangladesh

Question 6

A person who eats human flesh is called:‌​‍

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Cannibal — Cannibal = eats human flesh. Glutton = eats too much.‌​‍

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Glutton

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Herbivore

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Omnivore

Question 7

Antonym of AFFLUENT:‌​‍

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Impoverished — Affluent = wealthy. Antonym = impoverished.‌​‍

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Rich

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Abundant

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Prosperous

Question 8

The formation of the United State of Travancore and Cochin on July 1, 1949, was a pivotal moment in the administrative history of Kerala. Which of the following accurately describes a key constitutional arrangement immediately implemented with this merger?

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C. The Maharaja of Travancore assumed the position of Rajpramukh, symbolizing the integration of the two princely states. — The United State of Travancore and Cochin was formed on July 1, 1949, through the merger of the two princely states. As per the Instrument of Accession and subsequent agreements, the Maharaja of Travancore, Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma, was appointed as the Rajpramukh (constitutional head) of the new state. This arrangement symbolized the integration of the two states under a unified ceremonial head, while the executive power rested with an elected ministry.

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A. The Maharaja of Cochin was designated as the constitutional head (Rajpramukh) of the newly formed state.

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B. A fully elected legislative assembly, based on universal adult franchise, was established to govern the new state.

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D. Both Travancore and Cochin retained separate high courts, with a federal court resolving inter-state disputes.

Question 9

Bharat Ratna is:‌​‍

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Highest civilian award — Highest civilian award in India.‌​‍

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Sports award

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Military award

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Film award

Question 10

Which of the following are wetlands of international importance in India?‌​‍

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Chilika Lake, Keoladeo, Sundarbans, Wular, Vembanad, etc. (Ramsar sites) — India has 75+ Ramsar sites. ‌​‍Chilika largest brackish lake in Asia. Keoladeo Ghana (Bharatpur) famous bird sanctuary.

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Kerala backwaters

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Only coast

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Just rivers

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #683