University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #226

Question 1

Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi died fighting the British at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Gwalior (17 June 1858) — After loss of Jhansi, fought alongside Tatya Tope. ‌​‍Killed in battle near Kotah-ki-Serai, Gwalior. Hugh Rose called her 'the best and bravest of the rebel leaders.'

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Jhansi

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Kalpi

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Kanpur

Question 2

The state tree of Kerala is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Coconut — Coconut tree is Kerala's state tree. Kerala literally means 'Land of Coconuts'.‌​‍

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Teak

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Rosewood

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Rubber

Question 3

A teacher notices that a student excels in solving mathematical problems but struggles with tasks requiring spatial reasoning. Which theory of intelligence best explains this observation?

Accepted Answer

C. Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences — Sternberg's Triarchic Theory emphasizes that intelligence involves different components (analytical, creative, and practical), which can vary independently. Gardner's Multiple Intelligences theory (Option C) also explains this, but Sternberg's framework is more directly applicable here. Spearman's theory (Option A) would not explain such specific strengths.

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A. Spearman's Two-Factor Theory

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B. Sternberg's Triarchic Theory

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D. Binet's Intelligence Scale

Question 4

Presiding officer of Rajya Sabha:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Vice President — VP is ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha.‌​‍

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President

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Speaker

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PM

Question 5

I.R. Coelho case:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

9th Schedule review — Laws placed in 9th Schedule after 1973 can be reviewed.‌​‍

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GST

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Art 21

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Emergency

Question 6

A new policy initiative by the Kerala government aims to streamline inter-departmental coordination for integrated development projects. Which of the following administrative roles is primarily responsible for ensuring effective horizontal coordination among various departments within the State Secretariat?

Accepted Answer

C. The Chief Secretary of the State. — The Chief Secretary is the administrative head of the State Secretariat and the highest-ranking civil servant in the state. Their crucial role involves ensuring effective horizontal coordination among various government departments, facilitating policy implementation, and maintaining overall administrative efficiency. While Ministers provide political direction and Principal Secretaries manage their respective departments, the ultimate responsibility for cross-departmental administrative synergy rests with the Chief Secretary.

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A. The Minister in charge of the specific project.

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B. The Principal Secretary of the Department sponsoring the project.

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D. The Head of the Department (HoD) directly implementing the project.

Question 7

Maximum strength of Lok Sabha per Constitution is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

552 — Max 552: 530 from States + 20 from UTs. ‌​‍(2 Anglo-Indian seats were abolished by 104th Amendment, 2019.) Current elected strength: 543.

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545

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500

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600

Question 8

Fear of heights:‌​‍

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Acrophobia — Acrophobia.‌​‍

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Claustrophobia

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Agoraphobia

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Hydrophobia

Question 9

Which mode of transmission is most commonly associated with the spread of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) within a hospital setting?

Accepted Answer

C. Direct contact, primarily through healthcare workers' hands. — Direct contact, particularly via the unwashed hands of healthcare workers, is the most frequent mode of transmission for healthcare-associated infections. While other modes like airborne or vehicle-borne can occur, they are less common than direct contact in the overall epidemiology of HAIs. Vector-borne transmission is generally not a significant mode for HAIs in modern hospitals.

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A. Airborne transmission of droplets containing pathogens.

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B. Vector-borne transmission via insects.

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D. Vehicle-borne transmission through contaminated food or water.

Question 10

Directive Principles of State Policy are contained in which Part of the Constitution?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Part IV — DPSPs are in Part IV (Articles 36-51). ‌​‍Part III = Fundamental Rights. Part IVA = Fundamental Duties.

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Part III

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Part IVA

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Part V

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #226