University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #983

Question 1

Deepika (oldest running Malayalam):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1887 — Nasrani Deepika 1887 — oldest Malayalam paper still running.‌​‍

Answer

1920

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1947

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1900

Question 2

Air India Maharaja return:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Tata merged AI+Vistara 2024 — Merger completed Nov 2024.‌​‍

Answer

Only AI

Answer

Only Vistara

Answer

None

Question 3

Art 370 abrogation ruling SC:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2023 upheld — SC 5-judge bench upheld Dec 2023.‌​‍

Answer

Pending

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2023 struck down

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Not heard

Question 4

The Punnapra-Vayalar uprising took place in which year?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1946 — The Punnapra-Vayalar uprising against the Travancore government took place in October 1946.‌​‍

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1921

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1930

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1957

Question 5

The Punnapra-Vayalar Uprising (1946) holds a distinct place in Kerala's freedom struggle narrative. Unlike many other contemporary movements primarily targeting British colonial rule, this uprising had a specific internal focus. What was its central demand or trigger?

Accepted Answer

C. Opposition to Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer's 'American Model' constitutional reforms, which was seen as an attempt to perpetuate autocratic rule and prevent Travancore's democratization and integration with independent India. — The Punnapra-Vayalar Uprising was primarily a revolt against the autocratic rule of Dewan C.P. Ramaswami Iyer in Travancore and his proposed 'American Model' constitution. This model was perceived as a move to retain power for the Dewan, prevent democratic reforms, and potentially keep Travancore independent from the impending Indian Union. While economic distress was a contributing factor, the core trigger was political opposition to the Dewan's constitutional proposals. Options A, B, and D either state incorrect primary objectives or misattribute the target of the rebellion.

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A. The demand for the formation of a separate linguistic state of Kerala, uniting all Malayalam-speaking regions.

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B. A direct armed rebellion against the British resident's authority in Travancore, aiming to establish a provisional independent government.

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D. A protest against the imposition of wartime taxes and food rationing by the Travancore state, without any broader political objectives.

Question 6

He is ___ honest man:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

an — 'An' — silent h, vowel sound.‌​‍

Answer

a

Answer

the

Answer

no article

Question 7

What is the probability of a certain event?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1 — Impossible event: 0. All probabilities in [0,1]. Sum over sample space = 1.‌​‍

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0.5

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∞

Answer

0

Question 8

Statue of Unity height:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

182 metres — 182m, world's tallest statue, of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel in Gujarat.‌​‍

Answer

150 metres

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200 metres

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210 metres

Question 9

The Nobel Prize in Literature 2022 was awarded to:

Accepted Answer

Annie Ernaux — French writer Annie Ernaux won the 2022 Literature Nobel for autobiographical writing.

Answer

Bob Dylan

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Kazuo Ishiguro

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Peter Handke

Question 10

Which of the following is the PRIMARY reason for using a desiccant in the packaging of effervescent tablets?

Accepted Answer

B. To absorb moisture and maintain stability — Effervescent tablets are highly hygroscopic and can degrade if exposed to moisture. A desiccant absorbs moisture, preserving the tablet's stability. Option A is incorrect as desiccants do not primarily prevent microbial contamination. Options C and D are unrelated to the function of a desiccant.

Answer

A. To prevent microbial contamination

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C. To enhance the dissolution rate of the tablet

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D. To improve the tablet's hardness

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #983