VFA Mixed Practice Test #151

Question 1

International Computer Security Day:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

30 November — 30 November — Computer Security Day.‌​‍

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18 July

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2 December

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23 December

Question 2

Which of the following is the primary function of the Kerala State Council for Educational Research and Training (SCERT)?

Accepted Answer

B. Developing and disseminating curriculum frameworks and textbooks for schools — The Kerala State Council for Educational Research and Training (SCERT) is primarily responsible for developing curriculum frameworks, syllabi, and textbooks for schools in Kerala. It does not conduct PSC examinations, appoint school heads, or distribute textbooks under Kudumbashree, which are handled by other agencies.

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A. Conducting State Public Service Commission examinations

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C. Supervising the appointment of Headmasters and Headmistresses in schools

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D. Managing the distribution of free textbooks under the 'Kudumbashree' scheme

Question 3

Which writer is associated with the 'Malayali Memorial'?

Accepted Answer

C.V. Raman Pillai — C.V. Raman Pillai drafted the Malayali Memorial (1891) petition.

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E.V. Krishna Pillai

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Kumaran Asan

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Bodheswaran

Question 4

The Kerala State Film Awards are among the most prestigious film awards in India. Regarding the 'Best Film' category, which of the following is typically a primary criterion for selection?

Accepted Answer

C. Artistic merit, technical excellence, and socio-cultural relevance. — State Film Awards, including Kerala's, primarily focus on the artistic merit, technical excellence, and socio-cultural relevance of a film. Commercial success, tourism promotion, or international festival screenings are generally not the direct criteria for judging a film's quality for such an award.

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A. Commercial success and box office collections of the film.

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B. The film's ability to promote tourism in Kerala.

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D. The number of film festivals the movie has been screened at internationally.

Question 5

Kerala is actively promoting the development of its inland waterways. Apart from reducing road congestion, which of the following is the most significant advantage of prioritizing inland water transport in the state's logistical framework?

Accepted Answer

B. It significantly lowers the carbon footprint and operational costs for bulk cargo movement. — Inland water transport (B) is highly fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly, drastically lowering operational costs and carbon emissions for bulk cargo compared to other modes. While it aids in reducing land acquisition (D) and road congestion, its primary logistical advantage for the state's economy lies in this cost and environmental efficiency. Faster movement of perishables (A) is better served by road/air, and direct international connectivity (C) is an indirect benefit of port integration, not the primary benefit of inland waterways themselves.

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A. It facilitates faster movement of high-value perishable goods across districts.

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C. It enables direct connectivity to international shipping routes from major ports.

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D. It reduces the need for extensive land acquisition for infrastructure expansion.

Question 6

Boyle's law states (at constant temperature):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

PV = constant — Boyle's law: P ∝ 1/V at constant T (PV = constant).‌​‍

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P/V = constant

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V/P = constant

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V + P = constant

Question 7

Bone marrow function:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Makes blood cells — Haematopoiesis.‌​‍

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Makes hormones

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Only support

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Filter blood

Question 8

A woman presents with symptoms arising from grief, characterized by sighing, hysterical behavior, and paradoxical symptoms such as a sore throat better by swallowing solids or an empty feeling in the stomach not relieved by eating. She is easily offended and dislikes tobacco smoke. Which remedy is indicated?

Accepted Answer

D. Ignatia amara — Ignatia amara is the key remedy for symptoms originating from grief, with characteristic sighing, hysterical manifestations, and paradoxical symptoms. Natrum muriaticum also has grief but is more reserved and dwells on past hurts. Hyoscyamus niger is associated with delirium, jealousy, and indecent behavior. Staphysagria is indicated for indignation and suppressed anger.

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A. Natrum muriaticum

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B. Hyoscyamus niger

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C. Staphysagria

Question 9

Peacock:

Accepted Answer

All — National Bird since 1963.

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National bird

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State bird

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Sacred

Question 10

Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq's tomb at:

Accepted Answer

Tughlaqabad — Tughlaqabad fort, Delhi.

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Agra

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Delhi

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Lahore

VFA Mixed Practice Test #151