University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #219

Question 1

Consider the following statements about the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India: (1) The CAG audits all expenditure from the Consolidated Fund of India, State Funds, and Union Territories. (2) The CAG’s reports are examined by the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament. (3) The CAG can audit the accounts of any private entity receiving government funds. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

A. 1 and 2 only — Statements (1) and (2) are correct as the CAG audits all expenditures from the Consolidated Fund and its reports are examined by the Public Accounts Committee. Statement (3) is incorrect because the CAG can audit accounts of private entities only if they are substantially funded by the government, not all such entities.

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B. 2 and 3 only

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C. 1 and 3 only

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D. 1, 2 and 3

Question 2

In the context of local self-governance in Kerala, which of the following best describes the primary role of the District Planning Committee (DPC)?

Accepted Answer

A. To prepare a consolidated draft development plan for the district, encompassing both rural and urban areas. — The District Planning Committee (DPC) is primarily responsible for consolidating the plans prepared by Panchayats and Municipalities in the district and preparing a draft development plan for the entire district, as mandated by Article 243ZD of the Constitution. Direct implementation of schemes is typically done by the respective local bodies or line departments. Budget approval is handled by the respective local bodies themselves or higher administrative authorities, and dispute resolution falls under different administrative or legal mechanisms.

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B. To directly implement centrally sponsored schemes at the district level.

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C. To approve the annual budget of all Panchayats and Municipalities within the district.

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D. To resolve inter-Panchayat disputes regarding resource allocation and administrative boundaries.

Question 3

No-confidence motion in:

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Lok Sabha — Only in Lok Sabha.

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Rajya Sabha

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Both

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Joint session

Question 4

Kerala is actively promoting the development of its inland waterways. Apart from reducing road congestion, which of the following is the most significant advantage of prioritizing inland water transport in the state's logistical framework?

Accepted Answer

B. It significantly lowers the carbon footprint and operational costs for bulk cargo movement. — Inland water transport (B) is highly fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly, drastically lowering operational costs and carbon emissions for bulk cargo compared to other modes. While it aids in reducing land acquisition (D) and road congestion, its primary logistical advantage for the state's economy lies in this cost and environmental efficiency. Faster movement of perishables (A) is better served by road/air, and direct international connectivity (C) is an indirect benefit of port integration, not the primary benefit of inland waterways themselves.

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A. It facilitates faster movement of high-value perishable goods across districts.

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C. It enables direct connectivity to international shipping routes from major ports.

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D. It reduces the need for extensive land acquisition for infrastructure expansion.

Question 5

4, 7, 12, 19, 28, ___‌​‍

Accepted Answer

39 — Differences: 3,5,7,9. Next = 11. 28+11 = 39.‌​‍

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37

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41

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43

Question 6

Kerala's backwaters length:‌​‍

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~900 km — About 900 km of navigable backwaters.‌​‍

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500

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2000

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300

Question 7

Article 370 granting special status to J&K was revoked in:‌​‍

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2019 — Article 370 abrogated on 5 August 2019; J&K bifurcated into two UTs (J&K + Ladakh).‌​‍

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2014

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2022

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2017

Question 8

What are the key characteristics of a company?‌​‍

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Limited liability of shareholders, separate legal entity, perpetual succession — Common seal. ‌​‍Can sue and be sued. Companies Act 2013. ‌​‍Salomon v Salomon established separate entity principle.

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Unregulated

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No liability

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Only one owner

Question 9

LIFE Mission (Livelihood Inclusion and Financial Empowerment) was launched by Kerala for:‌​‍

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Housing for homeless — LIFE Mission aims to provide homes for all homeless and landless families in Kerala.‌​‍

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Skill development

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Flood relief

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Digital literacy

Question 10

New Parliament building opened:‌​‍

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2023 — May 2023. Triangular design.‌​‍

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2024

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2022

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2025

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #219