University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #79

Question 1

Which Article deals with Fundamental Duties of Indian Citizens?

Accepted Answer

Article 51-A — Article 51A (Part IV-A) lists 11 Fundamental Duties.

Answer

Article 29-B

Answer

Article 21-A

Answer

Article 39-C

Question 2

Synonym of MERCURIAL:

Accepted Answer

Volatile — Changeable in mood.

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Stable

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Calm

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Constant

Question 3

104th Amendment (2020):

Accepted Answer

Both — Both: Extended SC/ST reservation to 2030, abolished Anglo-Indian seats.

Answer

Anglo-Indian abolished

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SC/ST extension

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Women

Question 4

The orphanage could not have been constructed without the efforts of the altruist who helped in his spare time. ‌​‍Find out the antonym of the italicised word 'altruist'.

Accepted Answer

egoist — Altruist (selfless) ↔ Egoist (self-centred).‌​‍

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humanitarian

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famous

Answer

philanthropist

Question 5

Which of the following is a key principle of aseptic technique?

Accepted Answer

A. Using sterile equipment and supplies — Using sterile equipment and supplies is a key principle of aseptic technique. Aseptic technique involves using sterile equipment and supplies to prevent microbial contamination, and it is an essential aspect of preparing sterile solutions. Minimizing the number of people involved in the preparation of a sterile solution and working in a clean and well-ventilated area are also important principles of aseptic technique, but using sterile equipment and supplies is the most critical aspect.

Answer

B. Minimizing the number of people involved in the preparation of a sterile solution

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C. Working in a clean and well-ventilated area

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D. All of the above

Question 6

Golden ratio:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

~1.618 — ~1.618.‌​‍

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~1.414

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~3.14

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~2.71

Question 7

In an ICT-enabled classroom, which strategy would best promote collaborative learning among students?

Accepted Answer

C. Utilizing cloud-based tools like Google Docs for group projects — Google Docs enables real-time collaboration, allowing students to work together on documents, share ideas, and receive peer feedback, which directly supports collaborative learning. The other options are more individualistic or passive.

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A. Using individual tablets for self-paced exercises

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B. Implementing a flipped classroom model with pre-recorded lectures

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D. Assigning homework through an online assignment portal

Question 8

The 73rd Amendment (1992) relates to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Panchayati Raj — The 73rd Amendment (1992) gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj institutions and added the 11th Schedule. ‌​‍The 74th Amendment deals with Municipalities.

Answer

Municipalities

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GST

Answer

Anti-defection

Question 9

Affirmative Action / Reservation aims to achieve:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Substantive equality by compensating historical disadvantage — Affirmative action addresses historical injustice through preferential treatment in employment/education for disadvantaged groups.‌​‍

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Maintain status quo

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Racial quotas

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Formal equality

Question 10

National Security Advisor 2024-26:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ajit Doval — Ajit Doval since 2014.‌​‍

Answer

Shivshankar Menon

Answer

Nripendra Misra

Answer

MK Narayanan

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #79