University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #903

Question 1

Reservation for women in Panchayats is at least:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

33% — Constitution mandates at least 33% (one-third) reservation for women. ‌​‍Many states (like Kerala) provide 50%.

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25%

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40%

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50%

Question 2

Which Indian state holds the distinction of being the first to achieve universal primary education and subsequently declare 100% literacy, a significant milestone that inspired educational reforms across the nation?

Accepted Answer

B. Kerala — Kerala was the first state in India to achieve 100% literacy, a remarkable feat resulting from sustained public education campaigns and social reforms. This accomplishment set a national benchmark for educational development and inspired similar initiatives in other states like Goa and Tamil Nadu, which also boast high literacy rates but were not the first.

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A. Tamil Nadu

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C. Goa

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D. Himachal Pradesh

Question 3

Under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, which of the following conditions is explicitly recognized as one of the specified disabilities, potentially making an individual a 'person with disability'?

Accepted Answer

D. Specific Learning Disability (SLD), such as Dyslexia, affecting academic performance. — The RPwD Act, 2016, expanded the list of recognized disabilities from 7 to 21. Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), which includes conditions like Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia, is explicitly listed as one of these specified disabilities. The other options describe temporary conditions or medical conditions without significant functional limitations, which do not qualify as specified disabilities under the Act.

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A. Seasonal allergies causing discomfort for a few weeks annually.

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B. Temporary fracture of a limb requiring a cast for two months.

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C. Mild hypertension controlled by medication without functional limitations.

Question 4

The Hiroshima atomic bomb was dropped on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

6 August 1945 — Hiroshima: 6 August 1945. ‌​‍Nagasaki: 9 August 1945. Japan surrendered on 15 August 1945 (same date as India's independence, 2 years later).

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6 August 1944

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9 August 1945

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15 August 1945

Question 5

The National Teachers' Award, conferred by the President of India, primarily aims to recognize and celebrate the unique contribution of teachers who have improved the quality of education and enriched the lives of their students. Which of the following is a key criterion for selecting recipients of this award?

Accepted Answer

B. Active involvement in community service and innovative teaching practices. — The National Teachers' Award emphasizes teachers' active involvement in community service, their adoption of innovative teaching practices, and their positive impact on students and the school environment. While academic qualifications or high pass percentages are commendable, the primary focus of this award is on holistic contributions to the field of education and the community, rather than purely academic or research output.

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A. Publication of a minimum of five research papers in peer-reviewed journals.

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C. Achieving 100% pass results in board examinations for at least five consecutive years.

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D. Possession of a Ph.D. degree in their respective subject area.

Question 6

Something bitter and ___ tasting was coming up in his mouth.

Accepted Answer

vile — Vile = foul/repulsive; veil = cloth covering; vale = valley.

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veil

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vale

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vail

Question 7

Synonym of DILATORY:

Accepted Answer

Slow/delaying — Tending to delay.

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Punctual

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Fast

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Efficient

Question 8

NJAC struck down because:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

All — Violated basic structure — judicial independence.‌​‍

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Unconstitutional

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Basic structure

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Threatened independence of judiciary

Question 9

Synonym of IMPERIOUS:

Accepted Answer

Domineering — Commanding.

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Humble

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Kind

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Weak

Question 10

The Finance Commission is appointed by the President every:

Accepted Answer

5 years — Article 280: Finance Commission constituted every 5 years to recommend Centre-State fiscal relations.

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2 years

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3 years

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10 years

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #903