Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #866

Question 1

In the context of NEP 2020, what does the term '360-degree progress card' refer to?

Accepted Answer

B. A holistic evaluation including co-curricular activities and life skills — NEP 2020 proposes a 360-degree progress card to evaluate students holistically, including academic, co-curricular, and life skills. Options A, C, and D are incorrect as they narrow the scope to specific areas or tools.

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A. A report card assessing only academic performance

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C. A digital platform for tracking student attendance

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D. A standardized test for teacher performance

Question 2

The author of 'Wings of Fire' autobiography is:

Accepted Answer

A. P. J. Abdul Kalam — 'Wings of Fire: An Autobiography' (1999) by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam with Arun Tiwari.

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Nelson Mandela

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Malala Yousafzai

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Nehru

Question 3

Synonym of MERCURIAL:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Volatile — Changeable in mood.‌​‍

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Constant

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Calm

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Stable

Question 4

What is the total length of NH 49 (Kochi to Dhanushkodi)?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

650 km — NH 49 (now NH 85) Kochi-Dhanushkodi ~650 km.‌​‍

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600 km

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440 km

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500 km

Question 5

A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia believes that the television newscaster is sending him direct, personal messages specifically meant for him. This type of thought disturbance is best described as:

Accepted Answer

C. Delusion of reference — A delusion of reference is the false belief that external events, objects, or people have a particular and unusual personal significance for the individual. The patient's belief that the newscaster is sending direct, personal messages to him perfectly fits this description. Delusion of grandeur involves inflated self-importance, and persecution involves believing one is being harmed or conspired against.

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A. Delusion of grandeur

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B. Delusion of persecution

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D. Somatic delusion

Question 6

Prairies in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

N America — US-Canada great plains.‌​‍

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S America

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Asia

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Europe

Question 7

A new agricultural policy aims to promote cultivation of plantation crops like tea, coffee, and cardamom, alongside developing adventure tourism and hydroelectric projects. Which physiographic division of Kerala would be the primary focus for implementing such a policy?

Accepted Answer

C. Highlands — The Highlands, characterized by high elevations, steep slopes, and dense forests, provide the ideal climatic conditions and topography for plantation crops like tea, coffee, and cardamom. This region is also suitable for adventure tourism and has the necessary elevation differences for hydroelectric power generation, unlike the relatively flat lowlands and midlands.

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A. Coastal Lowlands

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B. Midlands

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D. Backwater Regions

Question 8

The Attappady Soil Conservation Project in Kerala receives assistance from:

Accepted Answer

The Danish International Development Agency — Funded by DANIDA (Danish International Development Agency).

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The Japan International Cooperation Agency

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The Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation

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The German Agency for Technical Cooperation

Question 9

The river on which the Idukki Dam is built is:

Accepted Answer

Periyar — Idukki Dam is built on the Periyar River in Idukki district. It is one of the highest arch dams in Asia.

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Pamba

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Bharathapuzha

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Chaliyar

Question 10

Who founded 'Advaita Ashram' at Aluva in 1913?

Accepted Answer

Sree Narayana Guru — Sree Narayana Guru founded the Advaita Ashram at Aluva in 1913.

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Chattampi Swami

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Ayya Vaikundar

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Thycaud Ayya

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #866