LGS Mixed Practice Test #470

Question 1

Chattampi Swamikal belonged to which district?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Thiruvananthapuram — Chattampi Swamikal (1853-1924) was born near Thiruvananthapuram and was a prominent social reformer.‌​‍

Answer

Kollam

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Kottayam

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Thrissur

Question 2

Where was the famous newspaper 'Swadeshabhimani' started by Vakkom Abdul Khader Maulavi?

Accepted Answer

Anchuthengu — Swadeshabhimani was launched in 1905 from Anchuthengu (Anjengo).

Answer

Kannur

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Cochin

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Attingal

Question 3

Under the National Health Policy 2017, which of the following strategies is recommended to address the shortage of healthcare professionals in rural areas?

Accepted Answer

C. Expanding the role of AYUSH practitioners in primary healthcare delivery through bridge courses — The National Health Policy 2017 emphasizes the integration of AYUSH practitioners into primary healthcare through bridge courses to address the shortage of healthcare professionals in rural areas. Option A is incorrect as the policy does not mandate a fixed duration but promotes incentives for rural service. Option B is incorrect as the focus is on decentralizing medical education to rural areas. Option D is incorrect as the policy advocates strengthening public health infrastructure rather than phasing out PHCs.

Answer

A. Mandatory rural postings for all medical graduates for a minimum of 5 years

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B. Increasing the number of medical colleges in urban areas to boost overall physician supply

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D. Phasing out government-run primary health centers in favor of private sector clinics

Question 4

Atomic number of Hydrogen:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1 — Hydrogen = 1 proton = atomic number 1.‌​‍

Answer

0

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2

Answer

8

Question 5

The Roman Republic was founded in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

509 BCE — Rome founded 753 BCE (traditional), kingdom → Republic 509 BCE (overthrow of Tarquin) → Empire 27 BCE (Augustus).‌​‍

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27 BCE

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753 BCE

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44 BCE

Question 6

The Famine of 1943 (Bengal Famine) killed approximately:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

30 lakh — The Bengal Famine (1943) killed ~30 lakh (3 million) people. ‌​‍It was partly caused by WWII supply disruptions and British policies.

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5 lakh

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15 lakh

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50 lakh

Question 7

In Kerala, during monsoon season, there is often an increased incidence of diseases transmitted by mosquitoes. Which of the following is a classic example of a vector-borne disease prevalent in such conditions?

Accepted Answer

C. Dengue fever. — Dengue fever is a classic example of a vector-borne disease, transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito, which thrives in conditions prevalent during the monsoon season in Kerala. Tuberculosis is airborne, while cholera and typhoid fever are typically transmitted through contaminated food and water. Mosquito control is crucial for preventing dengue outbreaks.

Answer

A. Tuberculosis.

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B. Cholera.

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D. Typhoid fever.

Question 8

Which of the following bones contributes to the formation of the knee joint?

Accepted Answer

C. Femur — The knee joint is primarily formed by the articulation of the femur (thigh bone), tibia (shin bone), and patella (kneecap). The humerus, radius, and ulna are bones of the upper limb and do not participate in the knee joint.

Answer

A. Humerus

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B. Radius

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D. Ulna

Question 9

1 horsepower (HP) is approximately equal to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

746 W — 1 HP ≈ 746 watts.‌​‍

Answer

1000 W

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100 W

Answer

1500 W

Question 10

EMS dismissed in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1959 — Liberation Struggle. Art 356.‌​‍

Answer

1957

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1960

Answer

1962

LGS Mixed Practice Test #470