University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #450

Question 1

New BRICS members joined 2024:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE — Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE joined 1 Jan 2024. ‌​‍Saudi Arabia participating but not formally joined. Argentina withdrew.

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Only 3 countries

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Turkey, Iran

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Argentina, Saudi Arabia also

Question 2

Flipkart founders:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sachin and Binny Bansal — Bansal pair.‌​‍

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Bhavish

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Others

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VSS

Question 3

The Mysore invasions of Kerala in the late 18th century and the subsequent Treaty of Seringapatam (1792) significantly altered the political landscape of the region. From the perspective of administrative and political integration into the broader British Indian Empire, which of the following represents the most crucial long-term outcome for the Malabar region?

Accepted Answer

C. It marked the direct annexation of Malabar by the British and its subsequent integration as a district into the Madras Presidency. — The Treaty of Seringapatam (1792) ceded Malabar to the British East India Company, directly leading to its annexation and integration as a district into the Madras Presidency. This fundamentally altered Malabar's political identity, ending traditional rule and establishing direct British administration. Travancore and Cochin, while allies, subsequently became princely states under British paramountcy, not fully independent.

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A. It led to the complete independence of Travancore and Cochin from external influence, as they were vital British allies.

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B. It resulted in the formation of a unified 'Kerala State' under direct British administration, dissolving all existing princely states.

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D. It primarily strengthened the traditional feudal system in Malabar by eliminating external threats and restoring local chieftains.

Question 4

What is the functional unit of the kidney?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Nephron — ~1 million per kidney. ‌​‍Components: Bowman's capsule, PCT, loop of Henle, DCT, collecting duct.

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Neuron

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Alveolus

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Bronchiole

Question 5

The Great Depression began in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1929 (Oct Wall Street Crash) — Black Thursday 24 Oct 1929 + Black Tuesday 29 Oct — NYSE crash. ‌​‍25% US unemployment. Global depression till WWII.

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1939

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1918

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1914

Question 6

Which provision of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009 ensures that no child is denied admission or expelled from school on grounds of disability?

Accepted Answer

A. Section 12(1)(c) — Section 12(1)(c) of the RTE Act mandates that private unaided schools must admit at least 25% of their class strength from disadvantaged groups, including children with disabilities, ensuring inclusive education. The other sections do not directly address this provision.

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B. Section 21

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C. Section 3(2)

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D. Section 9

Question 7

Velu Thampi Dalawa revolted:

Accepted Answer

1809 — 1808-09 against British.

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1947

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1857

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1891

Question 8

KSEB:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala State Electricity Board — KSEB Ltd — state utility.‌​‍

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Kerala Sports Ed Board

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Kerala Senior Ed B

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Kerala State Env B

Question 9

Synonym of AMBIGUOUS:

Accepted Answer

Unclear — Open to multiple interpretations.

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Clear

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Specific

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Direct

Question 10

Which of the following is a key principle of the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach in English pedagogy?

Accepted Answer

C. Use of real-life contexts and meaningful interactions for language use — The CLT approach prioritizes meaningful communication and real-life contexts to develop language proficiency. While grammar and accuracy are important, they are not the primary focus. Rote repetition and written tests are not aligned with CLT's principles of interactive and communicative learning.

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A. Emphasis on memorizing grammar rules and vocabulary lists

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B. Focus on rote repetition of dialogues for accuracy

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D. Prioritizing written tests over oral communication skills

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #450