University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #890

Question 1

Prashant Bhushan — contempt case:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

All — 2020 contempt case over tweets.‌​‍

Answer

2020

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Against CJI

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Criticising judiciary

Question 2

During a Teachers' Day celebration on September 5th, a district education officer addresses a gathering of teachers. Which of the following messages would best resonate with the core philosophy behind observing this day in India?

Accepted Answer

B. Stressing the importance of teachers as mentors who shape character and instill values, beyond just imparting knowledge. — Teachers' Day in India, celebrated on September 5th, honors the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India's second President and a renowned philosopher and educationist. He believed that teachers should be the best minds in the country and emphasized their role in shaping character and moral values, making option B the most fitting message. While other options relate to important educational aspects, they do not capture the specific essence of Dr. Radhakrishnan's philosophy tied to this day.

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A. Encouraging teachers to focus on integrating technology for a digital-first learning experience.

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C. Advocating for increased government funding and infrastructure development in rural schools.

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D. Reminding teachers of their role in promoting scientific temper and critical thinking among students.

Question 3

Chattampi Swamikal belonged to which district?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Thiruvananthapuram — Chattampi Swamikal (1853-1924) was born near Thiruvananthapuram and was a prominent social reformer.‌​‍

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Kollam

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Kottayam

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Thrissur

Question 4

A rectangle with all sides equal is called a:

Accepted Answer

Square — Square = rectangle with equal sides = rhombus with right angles.

Answer

Rhombus

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Trapezium

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Parallelogram

Question 5

The 86th Amendment (2002) is famous for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Making education a Fundamental Right (Article 21A) and a Fundamental Duty — 86th Amendment: added Article 21A (Right to Education) + Article 51A(k) (parents' duty to provide education).‌​‍

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Panchayati Raj

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GST

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Anti-defection law

Question 6

The Upper Cloth Agitation in Travancore ended in 1859 with a proclamation by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Uthram Thirunal Marthanda Varma — Uthram Thirunal's 26 July 1859 proclamation permitted Channar women to wear upper cloth.‌​‍

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Swati Thirunal

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Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma

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Sree Moolam Thirunal

Question 7

Who is the author of 'Kanneerum Kinavum'?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

V.T. Bhattathiripad — V.T. Bhattathiripad's autobiography, a classic of Malayalam literature.‌​‍

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Vagbhatananda

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Sree Narayana Guru

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Ayyankali

Question 8

'Reaching families through women and reaching communities through families' is the slogan of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kudumbashree — Kudumbashree's well-known guiding philosophy.‌​‍

Answer

Mahila Samriddhi Yojana

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Indira Awaas Yojana

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Bharat Nirman

Question 9

Kerala capital:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Thiruvananthapuram — Thiruvananthapuram.‌​‍

Answer

Kochi

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Kozhikode

Answer

Thrissur

Question 10

Synonym of BELLIGERENT:

Accepted Answer

Hostile — Warlike, aggressive.

Answer

Peaceful

Answer

Friendly

Answer

Calm

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #890