University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #735

Question 1

Internet was made available to the public in India on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

15 August 1995 — VSNL (Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited) launched public internet service in India on 15 August 1995.‌​‍

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26 January 1995

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1 January 1996

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15 August 1997

Question 2

The largest freshwater lake in Kerala is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sasthamkotta — Sasthamkotta Lake (Kollam) is the largest freshwater lake in Kerala. ‌​‍Vembanad is the longest (but brackish).

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Vembanad

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Ashtamudi

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Periyar Lake

Question 3

In Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE), which component primarily assesses the cognitive domain of students?

Accepted Answer

C. Written tests and quizzes — Written tests and quizzes are designed to evaluate cognitive skills such as knowledge, comprehension, and application. Portfolio assessment (A) focuses on holistic development, self/peer assessment (B) on affective and metacognitive domains, and project-based activities (D) often assess practical and psychomotor skills.

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A. Portfolio assessment

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B. Self-assessment and peer assessment

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D. Project-based learning activities

Question 4

A patient undergoing long-term corticosteroid therapy for an autoimmune condition is at increased risk for developing opportunistic infections. This is primarily because corticosteroids:

Accepted Answer

C. Suppress the immune system. — Corticosteroids are potent immunosuppressants that reduce the body's inflammatory and immune responses. This suppression of the immune system makes patients on long-term corticosteroid therapy highly susceptible to opportunistic infections, as their natural defenses are compromised. They do not directly enhance bacterial growth or increase antibody production.

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A. Directly enhance bacterial growth.

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B. Increase antibody production.

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D. Improve phagocytic activity.

Question 5

Kerala's demographic profile is distinct, marked by a low Total Fertility Rate (TFR), high life expectancy, and significant rates of both internal and international migration, alongside a high degree of urbanization. Considering these interconnected factors, which of the following represents the most critical long-term demographic challenge for the state?

Accepted Answer

C. An accelerating demographic aging, placing immense pressure on healthcare systems, pension funds, and social support structures, exacerbated by the out-migration of working-age cohorts. — Kerala is in an advanced stage of demographic transition, characterized by a TFR below replacement level and high life expectancy, leading to an aging population. This demographic shift places significant strain on social security, healthcare, and pension systems. The out-migration of working-age individuals further exacerbates this challenge by reducing the working population that supports the elderly. Options A and B are incorrect as Kerala experiences low population growth and an aging population, not a youthful bulge. Option D is incorrect as Kerala boasts high literacy rates, including am

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A. Sustained rapid population growth, leading to severe resource depletion and housing crises in urban centers.

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B. A disproportionate increase in the young dependent population, overwhelming the educational system and creating widespread youth unemployment.

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D. A sharp decline in the overall literacy rate, particularly among women, due to the socio-economic impacts of urbanization and family restructuring.

Question 6

The largest bone in the human body is the:

Accepted Answer

Femur — Femur (thigh bone) is the longest and strongest bone.

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Humerus

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Tibia

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Vertebra

Question 7

The total number of districts in Kerala is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

14 — Kerala has 14 districts, from Kasaragod (northernmost) to Thiruvananthapuram (southernmost).‌​‍

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12

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15

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13

Question 8

Vallathol founded Kerala Kalamandalam in:

Accepted Answer

1930 — Kerala Kalamandalam founded 1930 by Mahakavi Vallathol.

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1920

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1940

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1950

Question 9

Sovereign means:

Accepted Answer

Free from external control — No external authority above India.

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Following religion

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Ruled by king

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Dependent

Question 10

The Guruvayur Satyagraha began on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1 November 1931 — Launched 1 November 1931 under K. Kelappan and Mannath Padmanabhan.‌​‍

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17 November 1942

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12 November 1936

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30 March 1924

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #735