VFA Mixed Practice Test #142

Question 1

Velu Thampi was the Dalawa (Prime Minister) of which king?

Accepted Answer

Balarama Varma Maharaja — Velu Thampi served under Maharaja Balarama Varma of Travancore.

Answer

Marthanda Varma

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Dharma Raja

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Swati Thirunal

Question 2

Cocaine is from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Coca plant (Erythroxylum coca, South America) — Stimulant of CNS — euphoria. Strongly addictive. Medical use: local anesthetic.‌​‍

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Tobacco

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Poppy

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Cannabis

Question 3

India's renewable energy capacity (GW 2024):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

200+ — Over 200 GW installed.‌​‍

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100

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50

Answer

500

Question 4

Immunoglobulins (antibodies) basic structure:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

4 chains (2 heavy + 2 light) in Y-shape — 5 classes: IgG (most abundant), IgA (secretions), IgM (first response), IgE (allergy), IgD. ‌​‍Antigen-binding site at tips of Y.

Answer

2 chains

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No structure

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One chain

Question 5

Place for burial:

Accepted Answer

Cemetery — Cemetery.

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Morgue

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Hospital

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Temple

Question 6

Kerala's renewable energy mainly:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Hydro — Hydroelectric dominant.‌​‍

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Solar

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Wind

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Biomass

Question 7

A patient experiences an adverse reaction to a medication. What should be the first step in managing this situation?

Accepted Answer

A. Discontinue the suspected medication immediately — The first step in managing an adverse reaction to a medication is to discontinue the suspected medication immediately to prevent further harm. This action prioritizes patient safety. While monitoring the patient (C) and considering an antidote (D) may be appropriate subsequent steps, they do not supersede the initial need to stop the offending medication. Adjusting the dosage (B) might not be sufficient if the reaction is severe.

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B. Adjust the dosage of the medication

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C. Monitor the patient closely for signs of worsening

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D. Administer an antidote if available

Question 8

The first Prime Minister of Kochi after Praja Mandal's merger with Congress was:

Accepted Answer

Ikkanda Warrier — Ikkanda Warrier became Kochi's first Congress PM (1948-49).

Answer

Panampilly Govinda Menon

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Pattom Thanu Pillai

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C. Kesavan

Question 9

Kozhikode is also known as:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

City of Spices — Kozhikode is called the 'City of Spices' due to its historical role as a major spice trading port. ‌​‍'Queen of Arabian Sea' = Kochi. 'Venice of the East' = Alappuzha.

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Venice of the East

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Queen of Arabian Sea

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City of Seven Hills

Question 10

Under the 'Aarogyam' scheme of Kerala, which category of patients is primarily covered for free treatment of specified non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like diabetes and hypertension?

Accepted Answer

D. Families enrolled under Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY) — The 'Aarogyam' scheme primarily covers families enrolled under RSBY for free treatment of specified NCDs, including diabetes and hypertension. It is not limited to BPL families alone (A), does not cover all above 40 years (B), nor is it restricted to government employees (C). RSBY beneficiaries are the target group for this scheme.

Answer

A. BPL families only

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B. All Keralites above 40 years of age

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C. Government employees and pensioners

VFA Mixed Practice Test #142