University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #590

Question 1

Regarding removal of untouchability in Kerala, which is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

C. Krishnan championed against untouchability through Desabhimani — C. Krishnan championed against untouchability through 'Mitavadi', not Desabhimani.

Answer

T.K. Madhavan was a dynamic leader against untouchability

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Mannath Padmanabhan organised Savarna Jatha

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K. Kelappan led Vaikom Satyagraha

Question 2

National Commission for Backward Classes:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Both — Constitutional status via 102nd Amendment 2018.‌​‍

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1993

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2000

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2018 (constitutional status)

Question 3

The 'Land of Rising Sun' is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Japan — Japan is called the 'Land of the Rising Sun' because the kanji for Japan (日本) literally means 'origin of the sun'.‌​‍

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China

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South Korea

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Thailand

Question 4

Antonym of PROLIFIC:

Accepted Answer

Unproductive — Prolific = producing a lot.

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Productive

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Creative

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Skilled

Question 5

Synonym of APATHY:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Indifference — Lack of interest.‌​‍

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Anger

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Fear

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Enthusiasm

Question 6

Angle at 9:00:

Accepted Answer

90° — 3 hours × 30° = 90°.

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60°

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120°

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150°

Question 7

'The sun rises in the east.' This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Simple present (universal truth) — Habitual/universal facts use simple present.

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Present continuous

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Past simple

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Future

Question 8

Concerning the writ jurisdiction of the Supreme Court (under Article 32) and the High Courts (under Article 226) in India, which of the following statements correctly highlights a key difference?

Accepted Answer

A. The Supreme Court can issue writs exclusively for the enforcement of fundamental rights, while High Courts can issue writs for the enforcement of fundamental rights and also for any other legal right. — Article 32 grants the Supreme Court the power to issue writs only for the enforcement of fundamental rights. In contrast, Article 226 empowers High Courts to issue writs not only for fundamental rights but also for the enforcement of any other legal right, making their writ jurisdiction broader in scope. Options B, C, and D present inaccuracies regarding territorial jurisdiction, nature of jurisdiction, and discretionary powers, respectively.

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B. Both the Supreme Court and High Courts can issue writs against any person or authority throughout the territory of India, without any territorial limitations.

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C. The Supreme Court's power to issue writs is an appellate jurisdiction, whereas High Courts exercise original jurisdiction in writ matters.

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D. High Courts are obligated to admit every writ petition filed before them, while the Supreme Court has the discretion to refuse a petition under Article 32.

Question 9

The Kerala Education Department recently launched a new initiative to integrate advanced digital learning tools and provide IT infrastructure support to all government and aided schools. Which specific organization within the department is primarily tasked with the implementation and management of such technology-driven educational projects?

Accepted Answer

C. Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) — Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) is the state-owned special purpose vehicle responsible for promoting and implementing IT education and digital infrastructure in schools across Kerala. It manages projects related to digital learning tools, smart classrooms, IT labs, and teacher training in ICT. Samagra Shiksha Kerala coordinates various central schemes, KSLMA focuses on literacy, and DVHSE manages vocational higher secondary education.

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A. State Project Office (SPO) of Samagra Shiksha Kerala

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B. Kerala State Literacy Mission Authority (KSLMA)

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D. Directorate of Vocational Higher Secondary Education (DVHSE)

Question 10

Kerala's per-capita electricity consumption:

Accepted Answer

Higher than national average — Above national average.

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Lower

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Equal

Answer

Unknown

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #590