VFA Mixed Practice Test #411

Question 1

In Kerala's three-tier Panchayati Raj system, a Grama Sabha meeting in a particular ward strongly recommends constructing a new public health center. Which of the following statements accurately reflects the subsequent procedural steps for this proposal to be considered and potentially implemented?

Accepted Answer

C. The Grama Panchayat incorporates the proposal into its draft annual plan, which is then consolidated at the Block Panchayat level, and finally integrated into the District Plan by the District Planning Committee for resource allocation and approval. — The Grama Sabha is the foundation of the planning process, and its recommendations are crucial for the Grama Panchayat's draft plan. This plan is then consolidated at the Block Panchayat level and further integrated by the District Planning Committee (DPC) into the comprehensive District Plan. The DPC is responsible for consolidating plans prepared by Panchayats and Municipalities in the district and preparing a draft development plan for the entire district, ensuring a bottom-up planning approach and coordinated resource allocation. Options A, B, and D describe incorrect or incomplete procedu

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A. The Grama Panchayat must directly approve and allocate funds for the project from its own budget, as the Grama Sabha's decision is binding.

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B. The proposal is forwarded by the Grama Panchayat to the Block Panchayat, which then directly includes it in its annual plan for implementation across its jurisdiction.

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D. The Grama Panchayat sends the proposal directly to the State Planning Board for technical sanction and funding allocation, bypassing intermediate tiers.

Question 2

A primary group is characterised by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Face-to-face intimate interaction (family, close friends) — C. ‌​‍H. Cooley (1909) — primary groups: intimate, face-to-face, emotional. ‌​‍Secondary: impersonal, goal-oriented (workplace, political party).

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Bureaucratic

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Large size

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Impersonal

Question 3

What are the 5 Ws and 1 H of news?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

What, When, Where, Why, Who, How — Core questions of news writing. ‌​‍Inverted pyramid: most important first. Lead paragraph, body, conclusion.

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Only what

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3 Ws

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Random

Question 4

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of a primary social group?

Accepted Answer

C. Close, intimate, and face-to-face interaction with strong emotional ties. — Primary groups are fundamental in shaping an individual's social self and are characterized by close, intimate, face-to-face interactions, strong emotional bonds, and enduring relationships. Examples include family and close friends. Options A and B describe secondary groups, which are typically larger, more impersonal, and formed to achieve specific goals. Option D describes characteristics of formal organizations or professional groups, not primary groups.

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A. Large membership with impersonal and formal relationships.

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B. Relationships are goal-oriented and temporary.

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D. Members are selected based on specific skills or qualifications.

Question 5

The Temple Entry Proclamation of 1936 was issued by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma — Maharaja Sree Chithira Thirunal of Travancore signed the proclamation on 12 November 1936.‌​‍

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Marthanda Varma

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Rama Varma IX

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Swathi Thirunal

Question 6

Where did Sree Narayana Guru consecrate the famous mirror at the temple instead of an idol?

Accepted Answer

Kalavancodu — At Kalavancodu (Karunagappally), Sree Narayana Guru installed a mirror (1927).

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Sivagiri

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Aluva

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Vaikom

Question 7

Which vitamin serves as a precursor for the coenzyme NAD+ (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide)?

Accepted Answer

C. Vitamin B3 (Niacin) — Niacin, also known as Vitamin B3, is a crucial precursor for the synthesis of nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) and nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate (NADP+). These coenzymes are vital in numerous metabolic redox reactions, particularly in cellular respiration. The other B vitamins are precursors to different coenzymes.

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A. Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

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B. Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

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D. Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

Question 8

Army Day 2023 outside Delhi:

Accepted Answer

Bangalore (first outside) — First Army Day outside Delhi was Bengaluru.

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Delhi

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Pune

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Chennai

Question 9

Which acid is found in tomato, apple and unripe fruits?

Accepted Answer

Malic acid — Malic acid gives tart flavour to apples, grapes; lactic in milk; tartaric in tamarind.

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Lactic acid

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Citric acid

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Formic acid

Question 10

Peringalkuthu Dam on:

Accepted Answer

Chalakudy — Chalakudy River, Thrissur.

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Periyar

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Pamba

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Bharathapuzha

VFA Mixed Practice Test #411