VFA Mixed Practice Test #1

Question 1

Banasura Sagar Dam, the largest earth dam in India, is in which district?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Wayanad — Banasura Sagar Dam in Wayanad is the largest earth dam in India and the second largest in Asia.‌​‍

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Palakkad

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Thrissur

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Idukki

Question 2

Which of the following inorganic compounds is commonly used as an antacid due to its ability to neutralize stomach acid?

Accepted Answer

D. Calcium carbonate — Calcium carbonate is a commonly used antacid because it reacts with hydrochloric acid in the stomach to form calcium chloride, water, and carbon dioxide, thereby neutralizing stomach acid. Aluminum hydroxide is also used but is less preferred due to constipation side effects. Magnesium sulfate and sodium chloride are not used as antacids.

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A. Magnesium sulfate

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B. Aluminum hydroxide

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C. Sodium chloride

Question 3

The Mysore invasions of Kerala in the late 18th century, led by Hyder Ali and Tipu Sultan, profoundly impacted the region's political structure. Which of the following best describes a significant long-term geopolitical consequence of these invasions for Kerala?

Accepted Answer

C. The expansion of British paramountcy over the Malabar region, eventually leading to its direct administration under the Madras Presidency. — The Mysore invasions weakened many local principalities and led the British to intervene, initially as allies against Mysore. Following Mysore's eventual defeat, the British gained direct control over Malabar, thus significantly expanding their paramountcy and laying the groundwork for British India's administrative divisions, rather than fostering a unified Malayalam kingdom or a new independent confederacy.

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A. The complete political unification of all Malayalam-speaking territories under a single indigenous ruler, fostering a strong regional identity.

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B. The immediate and permanent transfer of Cochin and Travancore into direct tributary status under the Mysore Kingdom.

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D. The establishment of a new independent confederacy of Nair chieftains, effectively repelling all external imperialistic ambitions.

Question 4

KSRTC fleet strength (approx):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

6,000+ buses — Around 6,000-6,500.‌​‍

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2,000

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1,000

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10,000+

Question 5

Optical fibre transmission works on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Total internal reflection — Core (higher n) surrounded by cladding (lower n). ‌​‍Light bounces along the core. Used in internet, medical imaging.

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Absorption

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Refraction

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Diffraction

Question 6

During inspiration (breathing in), the diaphragm primarily:

Accepted Answer

B. Contracts and moves downwards — During inspiration, the diaphragm contracts, flattening and moving downwards, which increases the vertical dimension of the thoracic cavity. This action, along with the contraction of external intercostal muscles, increases lung volume and decreases intra-pulmonary pressure, drawing air into the lungs.

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A. Relaxes and moves upwards

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C. Contracts and moves upwards

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D. Relaxes and moves downwards

Question 7

In the context of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, and its implementation in government and aided schools in Kerala, which of the following best describes the primary role and composition of a School Management Committee (SMC)?

Accepted Answer

B. The SMC's key function is to prepare the School Development Plan and monitor the school's functioning, with at least three-fourths of its members being parents/guardians. — The RTE Act, 2009 (Sections 21 and 22) mandates the formation of School Management Committees (SMCs) in government and aided schools. Their primary roles include preparing the School Development Plan (SDP) and monitoring the school's functioning, including the utilization of government grants and ensuring child rights. Crucially, at least three-fourths of the SMC members must be parents or guardians of children studying in the school, ensuring strong community participation. SMCs do not appoint teachers, decide curriculum, or act solely as disciplinary bodies.

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A. The SMC is mainly responsible for appointing teachers and deciding the school curriculum, comprising only teachers and local politicians.

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C. The SMC exclusively focuses on collecting school fees and managing infrastructure, consisting predominantly of philanthropists and school alumni.

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D. The SMC acts solely as a disciplinary committee for students and staff, with its members appointed directly by the District Education Officer.

Question 8

Raisi death:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Helicopter crash May 2024 — Helicopter crash May 2024.‌​‍

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Illness

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Natural

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Assassinated

Question 9

Fire extinguisher gas:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

CO₂ — CO₂ — non-combustible, smothers fire.‌​‍

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O₂

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N₂

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H₂

Question 10

The Western Ghats in Kerala is called:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sahyadri — The Western Ghats running through Kerala are known as Sahyadri, forming the eastern boundary of the state.‌​‍

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Nilgiris

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Cardamom Hills

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Anaimalai

VFA Mixed Practice Test #1