University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #171

Question 1

The formation of the United State of Travancore and Cochin on July 1, 1949, was a pivotal moment in the administrative history of Kerala. Which of the following accurately describes a key constitutional arrangement immediately implemented with this merger?

Accepted Answer

C. The Maharaja of Travancore assumed the position of Rajpramukh, symbolizing the integration of the two princely states. — The United State of Travancore and Cochin was formed on July 1, 1949, through the merger of the two princely states. As per the Instrument of Accession and subsequent agreements, the Maharaja of Travancore, Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma, was appointed as the Rajpramukh (constitutional head) of the new state. This arrangement symbolized the integration of the two states under a unified ceremonial head, while the executive power rested with an elected ministry.

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A. The Maharaja of Cochin was designated as the constitutional head (Rajpramukh) of the newly formed state.

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B. A fully elected legislative assembly, based on universal adult franchise, was established to govern the new state.

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D. Both Travancore and Cochin retained separate high courts, with a federal court resolving inter-state disputes.

Question 2

The largest district in Kerala by area is:

Accepted Answer

Idukki — Idukki is the largest district in Kerala by area (~4,479 sq km). It is also home to the Idukki Arch Dam and Anamudi peak.

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Palakkad

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Wayanad

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Kannur

Question 3

Who is recognized as the first woman to be appointed as the Headmistress of a Government Girls' High School in Travancore, pioneering women's education in Kerala in the late 19th century?

Accepted Answer

A. K. Chinnamma — K. Chinnamma was the first woman to be appointed as the Headmistress of a Government Girls' High School in Travancore, specifically in Thiruvananthapuram, marking a crucial step in promoting education for girls in Kerala. Anna Chandy was the first female judge in India, Mary Poonen Lukose was the first female Surgeon General, and Rosamma Punnoose was one of the first female MLAs in Kerala.

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B. Anna Chandy

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C. Mary Poonen Lukose

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D. Rosamma Punnoose

Question 4

How do autobiography and biography differ?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Autobio: by oneself. Bio: by someone else — Gandhi's 'My Experiments with Truth' is autobio. ‌​‍Memoir: focus on specific period/theme, not whole life.

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Neither exists

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Both by others

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Same

Question 5

Latest Constitutional Amendment (2024 range):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

106th — 106th Amendment (2023) — Women's Reservation.‌​‍

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104th

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105th

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107th

Question 6

Kerala's first woman DIG (police):

Accepted Answer

R Sreelekha — R Sreelekha.

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B Sandhya

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Lakshmi

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Both A and B served

Question 7

In Kalidasa's 'Shakuntala', King Dushyanta meets Shakuntala at:

Accepted Answer

The hermitage of sage Kanva — Dushyanta meets Shakuntala at the ashram of Sage Kanva, her foster father.

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His palace

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A battlefield

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A temple

Question 8

The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) aims to provide tap water connections to every rural household. Which of the following best describes the target year for achieving this goal across the country?

Accepted Answer

C. 2024 — The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) was launched with the explicit aim to provide safe and adequate drinking water through individual household tap connections to all rural households in India by 2024. This target year is a core component of the mission's implementation strategy. Other options provide incorrect target years or scope.

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A. 2025

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B. 2023

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D. 2022

Question 9

Kerala's Panchayat level women reservation:

Accepted Answer

50% — 50% — state higher than constitutional 33%.

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33%

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25%

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75%

Question 10

Berubari case (1960) on Art 3:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Territory cession needs amendment — Cession to Pakistan needed constitutional amendment.‌​‍

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None

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Not amendment

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Simple law

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #171