University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #192

Question 1

China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) was launched by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Xi Jinping (2013) — BRI (One Belt One Road) launched by Xi 2013. ‌​‍Ambitious infrastructure investments across Asia, Africa, Europe. India hasn't joined due to CPEC through PoK.

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Mao

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Hu Jintao

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Deng Xiaoping

Question 2

The state flower of Kerala is:

Accepted Answer

Kanikonna (Golden Shower) — Kanikonna (Cassia fistula / Golden Shower Tree) is the state flower of Kerala. Its flowers are used in Vishu celebrations.

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Lotus

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Rose

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Jasmine

Question 3

Shah Bano case related to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Muslim women's maintenance — SC ruled in favour of Muslim woman's maintenance under CrPC 125 (1985).‌​‍

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Sati

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Dowry

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Property rights

Question 4

The country with the world's largest natural gas reserve is:

Accepted Answer

Russia — Russia holds the world's largest proven natural gas reserves.

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Saudi Arabia

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Kuwait

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USA

Question 5

Which of the following functions falls primarily under the purview of the Kerala State Election Commission, as per constitutional provisions?

Accepted Answer

C. Preparation of electoral rolls and conduct of elections to Panchayats and Municipalities in the state. — The Kerala State Election Commission is a constitutional body established under Article 243K and 243ZA of the Indian Constitution, specifically tasked with the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of all elections to the Panchayats and Municipalities in the state. Option A describes the role of the Election Commission of India. Option B describes the primary function of the Kerala State Human Rights Commission (KSHRC). Option D relates to the functions of institutions like the Kerala Institute of Local Administration (KILA).

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A. Conducting elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assembly within Kerala.

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B. Investigation of human rights violations committed by public servants in Kerala.

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D. Providing training and capacity building to elected representatives of local self-governments.

Question 6

Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1865 — Lincoln shot at Ford's Theatre by John Wilkes Booth, 14 April 1865 (died 15 April). ‌​‍Days after Civil War ended.

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1863

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1861

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1877

Question 7

A primary school teacher in Kerala is preparing for the upcoming academic year, considering the recent educational reforms. Which of the following accurately represents the new pedagogical and curricular structure for school education as proposed by the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020?

Accepted Answer

A. Foundational Stage (3-8 years), Preparatory Stage (8-11 years), Middle Stage (11-14 years), Secondary Stage (14-18 years) — The NEP 2020 replaces the previous 10+2 system with a new 5+3+3+4 curricular structure. This corresponds to the Foundational (3-8 years), Preparatory (8-11 years), Middle (11-14 years), and Secondary (14-18 years) stages, designed for holistic development and age-appropriate learning.

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B. 10+2 system with vocational streams from Grade 9

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C. Early Childhood Care (0-6 years) followed by 12 years of integrated schooling

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D. A flexible 3-year foundational stage followed by a 9-year secondary stage for all students

Question 8

Kerala Lok Sabha seats (18th LS):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

20 — 20 seats.‌​‍

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15

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30

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25

Question 9

When is Martyrs' Day observed in India?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

30 Jan — 30 January (Gandhi's assassination, 1948).‌​‍

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15 Aug

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26 Jan

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2 Oct

Question 10

Vande Bharat Express trains are manufactured at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

ICF Chennai — Vande Bharat Express trains are designed and manufactured at the Integral Coach Factory (ICF) in Chennai.‌​‍

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BEML Bengaluru

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MCF Rae Bareli

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CLW Chittaranjan

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #192