PSC Mock Exam 019 — Advanced
Full-length Kerala PSC simulation. 100 questions, 75 minutes, -0.33 negative marking.
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This 75-minute Kerala PSC mock test contains 100 multiple-choice questions spanning 21 subject areas, scored with +1 / −0.33 negative marking — the same penalty pattern used in actual Kerala PSC examinations. A full-length paper. Take it timed, review wrong answers afterwards, and recovered questions move from "Wrong" to "Recovered" on your dashboard.
Subject distribution in this mock
Topics covered in this mock
- Indian History (11 Qs): Mughal empire, British rule, 1857 revolt, freedom movement, Gandhi era.
- Physics (9 Qs): light and optics, electricity and magnetism, waves and sound, modern physics, units and measurement.
- Indian Polity (9 Qs): panchayati raj, constitutional amendments, citizenship, judiciary, election commission.
- General Knowledge (7 Qs): national symbols, important days, UN agencies, abbreviations, famous personalities.
- Mathematics (6 Qs): algebra and equations, geometry basics, number system, percentage, profit and loss.
Best fit for these cadres
The subject mix of this mock matches the typical syllabus weight for these cadres. Cadre-specific 10-Q Topic Quizzes are also available.
Sample questions — one from each major subject
Q1. Charles Horton Cooley's concept 'looking-glass self' means:
General Knowledge- Physical appearance
- We develop self-image through others' perceptions
- Narcissism
- Self-reflection in mirrors
Show answer + explanation
Correct: B. We develop self-image through others' perceptions
Cooley (1902): self emerges via 3 steps — we imagine how we appear to others, imagine their judgment, develop self-feeling.
Q2. The Battle of Plassey (23 June 1757) was between:
Indian History- Robert Clive and Siraj-ud-Daulah of Bengal
- British and French
- Company and Tipu
- Marathas and Abdali
Show answer + explanation
Correct: A. Robert Clive and Siraj-ud-Daulah of Bengal
Conspiracy with Mir Jafar, Jagat Seths, Omichand. Nawab defeated; Mir Jafar installed. Marks start of British political power in India.
Q3. Sky wave propagation uses:
Physics- Reflection from ionosphere (HF 3-30 MHz)
- Line of sight
- Ground hugging
- Satellite only
Show answer + explanation
Correct: A. Reflection from ionosphere (HF 3-30 MHz)
Shortwave radio; long-distance propagation. VHF/UHF uses space wave / satellites.
Q4. Area under curve y = f(x) from a to b:
Mathematics- f'(b) - f'(a)
- Sum
- ∫ₐᵇ f(x) dx
- f(b) - f(a)
Show answer + explanation
Correct: C. ∫ₐᵇ f(x) dx
Fundamental theorem of calculus. Net signed area (above - below x-axis).
Q5. Hobbes described the state of nature as:
Indian Polity- Anarchic equality
- Peaceful
- Golden age
- Solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short
Show answer + explanation
Correct: D. Solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, and short
Hobbes's bleak state of nature justified absolute sovereign (the Leviathan) to maintain order.
The full 100-question mock starts below.
Frequently asked
How long does this mock take?
75 minutes for 100 questions — the same per-question pace required in actual Kerala PSC paper examinations.
Is it scored like the real exam?
Yes — +1 for each correct answer, −0.33 for each wrong, 0 for unanswered. PSC-exact pattern.
Can I retake this mock?
Unlimited attempts. Each attempt saves to your scores. Wrong questions go to your review list; getting them right later moves them to "Recovered."
Is it free?
First 8 questions of every mock are free to preview. Complete 3 topic quizzes to earn 1 free mock unlock — or unlock all 1,200+ mocks for ₹500 (one-time, 2 years).
PSC Mock Exam 019 — Advanced
100 questions · 75 minutes