University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #977

Question 1

Which Kerala lake is the deepest freshwater lake in the state?

Accepted Answer

Sasthamkotta — Sasthamkotta Lake in Kollam is the largest freshwater lake in Kerala and one of the deepest.

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Vembanad

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Ashtamudi

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Manasarovar

Question 2

Which feature distinguishes a written constitution from an unwritten one?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

A single authoritative document containing the framework of government — Written constitutions (India, USA) are codified; UK has an uncodified constitution.‌​‍

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Number of articles

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Age of the constitution

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Size of the document

Question 3

In which year was Ayya Vaikundar born in Swamithoppu?

Accepted Answer

1815 — Ayya Vaikundar was born in 1815 (some sources 1809; standard PSC: 1815).

Answer

1809

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1850

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1875

Question 4

Capital of Sri Lanka:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte — Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (legislative). Colombo is commercial capital.‌​‍

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Colombo

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Kandy

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Galle

Question 5

Find the next two in the series: 3, 15, 18, 90, 93, __‌​‍

Accepted Answer

465, 468 — Pattern: ×5, +3 alternately. 93×5=465, 465+3=468.‌​‍

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105, 108

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95, 98

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335, 338

Question 6

'One of (A) the boy (B) is (C) absent (D).' Error is in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

B — 'One of' takes plural noun. Correct: 'One of the boys is absent.'‌​‍

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A

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C

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D

Question 7

Insuaff Cutcheries for the dispensation of justice was established in Travancore in the 19th century by:

Accepted Answer

T. Madhava Rao — T. Madhava Rao (Dewan) modernised the Travancore judiciary, including these courts.

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Ummini Thampi

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Raja Kesava Das

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Velu Thampi

Question 8

When evaluating candidates for the National Teachers' Award, which of the following aspects is given paramount importance by the selection committee?

Accepted Answer

D. The innovative pedagogical practices implemented by the teacher that foster holistic development and critical thinking among students. — The National Teachers' Award primarily recognizes teachers who have significantly improved the quality of education through their innovative teaching methods and commitment. While other options might be desirable qualities, the paramount importance is placed on pedagogical innovation that promotes comprehensive student development, rather than solely administrative skills, service tenure, or examination results.

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A. The teacher's administrative efficiency in managing school resources.

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B. The number of years the teacher has served in remote or challenging areas.

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C. The teacher's ability to consistently secure excellent results in board examinations for their students.

Question 9

Most populous country (2024):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

India — India surpassed China in 2023.‌​‍

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China

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USA

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Indonesia

Question 10

Kerala State Bird scientific name:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Buceros bicornis — Buceros bicornis — Great Indian Hornbill.‌​‍

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Pavo cristatus

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Corvus splendens

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Ardea alba

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #977