University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #66

Question 1

The Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham (1907), formed to uplift Dalits in Kerala, was founded by:

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Ayyankali — Ayyankali founded the Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham in 1907 for Pulaya welfare and education.

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Sree Narayana Guru

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Chattambi Swamikal

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Pampadi John Joseph

Question 2

The 'Vidyakiranam Mission', a flagship initiative under the Kerala government's Public Education Rejuvenation Mission, primarily focuses on which of the following objectives?

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B. Upgrading public schools with enhanced infrastructure, digital learning facilities, and improved academic standards. — The Vidyakiranam Mission, as part of the Public Education Rejuvenation Mission, is dedicated to transforming public schools by modernizing infrastructure, integrating digital technology, and elevating academic quality to international benchmarks. Options A, C, and D represent other educational goals or initiatives that are not the primary focus of Vidyakiranam's comprehensive school upgrade strategy.

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A. Ensuring 100% enrollment and retention of students in elementary education.

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C. Providing free higher education opportunities for economically backward students in professional courses.

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D. Standardizing the curriculum for all private and government schools across the state.

Question 3

A teacher notices that a 14-year-old student frequently seeks approval from peers and struggles to make independent decisions. Which social development milestone is this student likely still developing?

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C. Autonomy — Autonomy (C) refers to the ability to make independent choices and decisions, which adolescents gradually develop. While self-concept (A), moral reasoning (B), and empathy (D) are important, the student's reliance on peer approval and lack of independent decision-making specifically point to autonomy development.

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A. Self-concept

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B. Moral reasoning

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D. Empathy

Question 4

NRC stands for:‌​‍

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National Register of Citizens — Citizens register — Assam NRC operational.‌​‍

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National Reserve Commission

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New Rules Committee

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No — Registry of Cards

Question 5

A 16-year-old girl starts spending significantly more time with her friends, values their opinions highly, and occasionally challenges her parents' rules, stating 'all my friends do it.' How should this behavior generally be interpreted by her parents from a developmental perspective?

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B. A normal part of seeking independence and peer affiliation during adolescence. — During adolescence, it is normal for individuals to increasingly seek autonomy from parents and develop stronger affiliations with peer groups. While parents' guidance remains important, valuing peer opinions and occasionally challenging rules are typical aspects of establishing independence and forming a social identity. This is a crucial step towards adulthood, not necessarily severe rebellion or regression.

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A. A sign of severe rebellion requiring strict disciplinary action.

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C. A clear indication of negative peer pressure that must be immediately stopped.

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D. A regression to an earlier stage of development due to insecurity.

Question 6

India's Balance of Payments crisis occurred in:‌​‍

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1991 — 1991 BoP crisis: forex reserves fell to ~$1 billion (2 weeks imports). ‌​‍India pledged gold to IMF. Triggered 1991 LPG reforms.

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1971

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1966

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2008

Question 7

Thattekad Bird Sanctuary is called:‌​‍

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Birdman's paradise — Thattekad (Ernakulam) was called the 'Birdman's Paradise' by ornithologist Salim Ali.‌​‍

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Paradise of Kerala

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Bird kingdom of Kerala

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None

Question 8

First non-Hindi-speaking PM:

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Both A and B — Both from South India.

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Rao

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Deve Gowda

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Manmohan

Question 9

Muziris rediscovery project by:‌​‍

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All — Muziris Heritage Project.‌​‍

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Govt

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KCHR

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Kerala Tourism

Question 10

Slope of line through (x₁,y₁) and (x₂,y₂):‌​‍

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(y₂-y₁)/(x₂-x₁) — Rise over run. Parallel lines: equal slopes. Perpendicular: product = -1.‌​‍

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y/x

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y₂-y₁

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x₂-x₁

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #66