University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #98

Question 1

Lord Wellesley's Subsidiary Alliance system was a pivotal policy in expanding British influence in India. Which of the following statements most accurately describes its primary long-term consequence for the Indian princely states that entered into such alliances?

Accepted Answer

C. It significantly diminished their military capabilities and brought them under effective British political and military control. — The Subsidiary Alliance system compelled Indian princely states to disband their own armies and host British resident forces, for which they had to pay. This policy effectively disarmed the states, making them militarily dependent on the British and bringing them under stringent political and military control, thereby eroding their sovereignty. It did not promote industrialization, unity against the British, or democratic governance.

Answer

A. It encouraged the rapid development of indigenous industries and self-reliant economies within these states.

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B. It fostered a collective sense of national unity among Indian rulers against British expansion.

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D. It led to the establishment of democratic governance structures under British guidance.

Question 2

Kannur University:

Accepted Answer

1996 — 1996.

Answer

2000

Answer

1990

Answer

2005

Question 3

TVM Science and Tech Museum:

Accepted Answer

VSSC proximity — Near VSSC in Thiruvananthapuram.

Answer

NH-66

Answer

Fort

Answer

Kovalam

Question 4

A and B together can do a piece of work in 12 days; A alone in 18 days. How long will B alone take?

Accepted Answer

36 days — 1/B = 1/12 - 1/18 = (3-2)/36 = 1/36. B alone = 36 days.

Answer

6 days

Answer

30 days

Answer

21 days

Question 5

UPA (United Progressive Alliance) was formed in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2004 — UPA formed after 2004 elections, led by Congress. ‌​‍Ran governments 2004-2009 and 2009-2014 under Manmohan Singh.

Answer

2009

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1999

Answer

1998

Question 6

Opposite of North-East:

Accepted Answer

South-West — SW is opposite of NE.

Answer

North-West

Answer

South-East

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West

Question 7

The maximum strength of the Lok Sabha (per Constitution) is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

552 — Max 552: up to 530 from states, 20 from UTs (current 543 elected).‌​‍

Answer

545

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625

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500

Question 8

Governor's pardoning power under:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Art 161 — Art 161 — can pardon state law offences. Cannot pardon death sentences.‌​‍

Answer

Art 72

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Art 213

Answer

Art 356

Question 9

A teacher frequently uses rewards like stickers, extra play time, and public praise for every small achievement in class. While initially effective, some students seem to lose interest in tasks once the rewards are no longer offered. This phenomenon is best explained by the potential for excessive extrinsic motivation to:

Accepted Answer

B. Undermine intrinsic motivation by shifting focus to external rewards. — Over-reliance on extrinsic rewards can sometimes diminish a student's intrinsic motivation. When the primary motivator becomes the external reward rather than the inherent enjoyment or challenge of the task, the activity loses its appeal once the reward is removed, thus undermining internal drive.

Answer

A. Enhance intrinsic motivation by building confidence.

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C. Foster a stronger sense of self-actualization among students.

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D. Create a competitive learning environment that benefits all students.

Question 10

One word: Japanese 3-line poem:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Haiku — Haiku (5-7-5).‌​‍

Answer

Ode

Answer

Tanka

Answer

Sonnet

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #98