University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #605

Question 1

Sati abolition pre-Bentinck by:

Accepted Answer

Raja Rammohan Roy — Ram Mohan advocated before 1829 Regulation XVII.

Answer

Vidyasagar

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Brahmo

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All

Question 2

As per the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, what is the mandatory reservation percentage for children belonging to economically weaker sections (EWS) and disadvantaged groups in private unaided schools in Kerala at the entry level?

Accepted Answer

C. 25% of the total seats — The RTE Act, 2009, mandates that all private unaided schools must reserve 25% of their entry-level seats for children from economically weaker sections and disadvantaged groups. This provision ensures that these children receive free and compulsory education, thereby promoting social inclusion and equitable access to quality education.

Answer

A. 15% of the total seats

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B. 20% of the total seats

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D. 30% of the total seats

Question 3

A significant need has been identified to develop new pedagogical approaches and instructional materials for teaching environmental science to upper primary students in Kerala, aligning with contemporary learning theories. Which autonomous state-level institution is primarily mandated to undertake *research, curriculum development, and preparation of textbooks and teacher handbooks* for such initiatives?

Accepted Answer

C. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) — The State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) is the apex academic body in Kerala responsible for curriculum development, syllabus framing, textbook preparation, and research in school education. DPI handles administration, SSK (Samagra Shiksha Kerala, which subsumes SSA) focuses on program implementation, and NCERT operates at the national level.

Answer

A. Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI)

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B. Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK)

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D. National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)

Question 4

The abbreviation 'etc.' stands for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

et cetera (Latin: and the rest) — et cetera = 'and the others' in Latin.‌​‍

Answer

electronic cart

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English translation (classical)

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et. cetera correct

Question 5

Train 150m + platform 150m crosses 20s. Speed:

Accepted Answer

15 m/s — 300/20=15.

Answer

10

Answer

20

Answer

30

Question 6

Synonym of STRINGENT:

Accepted Answer

Strict — Strict, rigorous.

Answer

Lax

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Mild

Answer

Loose

Question 7

Air Force Chief 2024-26:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Both A and B — VR Chaudhari till Sep 2024; AP Singh after.‌​‍

Answer

VR Chaudhari

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RKS Bhadauria

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AP Singh

Question 8

Eravikulam NP famous for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Nilgiri Tahr — Nilgiri Tahr.‌​‍

Answer

Lion

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Tiger

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Elephant

Question 9

A teacher observes that a new student is quiet, withdrawn, and frequently looks anxious, avoiding eye contact and group activities. Before focusing on academic performance, the teacher prioritizes building a trusting relationship with the student and ensuring they feel safe and accepted in the classroom. According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which needs is the teacher primarily addressing?

Accepted Answer

B. Love and belonging needs and Safety needs — Feeling safe (Safety needs) and accepted by peers and the teacher (Love and belonging needs) are foundational psychological needs in Maslow's hierarchy. These must be met before a student can fully engage in higher-level learning or self-esteem development.

Answer

A. Esteem needs and Self-actualization needs

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C. Physiological needs and Esteem needs

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D. Self-actualization needs and Physiological needs

Question 10

The minimum age to contest for the Lok Sabha is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

25 — Article 84: MP must be ≥25 years for Lok Sabha; ≥30 for Rajya Sabha.‌​‍

Answer

21

Answer

18

Answer

30

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #605