University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #61

Question 1

UNHCR (UN High Commissioner for Refugees) is based in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Geneva — UNHCR founded 1950, based in Geneva. ‌​‍Protects refugees and stateless persons. Won Nobel Peace Prize 1954 and 1981.

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New York

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London

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Paris

Question 2

In a triangle, the sum of any two sides is:

Accepted Answer

Greater than third — Triangle Inequality Theorem.

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Equal to third

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Less than third

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Equal to product

Question 3

CPI(M) Kerala politburo member:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Multiple — Multiple.‌​‍

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None

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Pinarayi Vijayan, M.A. Baby

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Only Pinarayi

Question 4

The only Keralite whose birthday and death anniversary are observed as holidays is:

Accepted Answer

Sree Narayana Guru — Chathayam (birthday) and Samadhi day of Sree Narayana Guru are both Kerala public holidays.

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Kuriakose Elias Chavara

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Poykayil Yohannan

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Brahmananda Swami Sivayogi

Question 5

Demonetisation announced:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

8 Nov 2016 — 8 November 2016.‌​‍

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8 Nov 2015

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1 Jan 2017

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1 Apr 2017

Question 6

Kerala High Court established:

Accepted Answer

1958 — Kerala HC established 1958.

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1947

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1956

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1960

Question 7

Kalinga War:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

261 BCE — 261 BCE by Ashoka.‌​‍

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321 BCE

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268 BCE

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232 BCE

Question 8

Basic Structure Doctrine was enunciated by the Supreme Court in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kesavananda Bharati case — Kesavananda Bharati vs State of Kerala (1973) established that Parliament cannot alter the basic structure.‌​‍

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Minerva Mills vs Union of India

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Maneka Gandhi vs Union of India

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A.K. Gopalan vs State of Madras

Question 9

Aadhaar is a biometric identification system unique to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

India — Aadhaar (UIDAI, 2009) provides 12-digit unique ID based on biometrics + demographic data.‌​‍

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Japan

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USA

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UK

Question 10

The Vaikom Satyagraha (1924-25) holds a unique place in Kerala's freedom struggle. Beyond its immediate objective, which of the following accurately represents its broader impact on the national freedom movement?

Accepted Answer

C. It effectively demonstrated the potential of non-violent direct action to challenge social injustices, influencing Gandhi's national strategy. — The Vaikom Satyagraha was a landmark non-violent agitation against untouchability and caste discrimination, particularly concerning temple entry and access to public roads. Its success in drawing national attention and involving leaders like Mahatma Gandhi highlighted the effectiveness of non-violent direct action in addressing social inequities, thereby influencing the broader Gandhian strategy for social and political change within the national freedom movement. Options A, B, and D misrepresent the primary focus and direct outcomes of the Satyagraha.

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A. It directly led to the establishment of a responsible government in Travancore, accelerating political reforms.

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B. It was the first large-scale peasant uprising against feudal landlords and British exploitation in South India.

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D. It united various religious communities in a common political front against the British Raj, fostering communal harmony.

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #61