LGS Mixed Practice Test #476

Question 1

Sree Narayana Guru's seminal philosophy of 'One Caste, One Religion, One God for Man' was a radical statement in early 20th-century Kerala. Which of the following statements best encapsulates the *primary objective* of this philosophy in the context of the prevailing social hierarchy?

Accepted Answer

C. To challenge the hierarchical caste system and promote spiritual equality and universalism among all human beings. — Sree Narayana Guru's philosophy directly challenged the discriminatory caste system prevalent in Kerala by asserting the fundamental spiritual unity and equality of all human beings, thereby promoting universalism over sectarian divisions. Options A, B, and D misrepresent his core objectives, which were focused on social upliftment through spiritual equality and reform within society, not forming new sects, abolishing religion entirely, or promoting conversions to other faiths as a primary solution.

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A. To advocate for the complete abolition of all religious practices and institutions.

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B. To establish a new, unified Hindu sect under his direct spiritual leadership.

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D. To encourage the conversion of lower-caste individuals to Abrahamic religions for social upliftment.

Question 2

The author of 'God of Small Things' is:

Accepted Answer

Arundhati Roy — Arundhati Roy won the 1997 Booker Prize for 'The God of Small Things'.

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Kiran Desai

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Jhumpa Lahiri

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Vikram Seth

Question 3

Kerala's tourism ranked:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Top 10 global destinations (various lists) — Several international accolades.‌​‍

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Only Asia

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Unknown

Answer

Last

Question 4

Who led the Guruvayur Satyagraha (1931-33) and is known as 'Kerala Gandhi'?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

K. Kelappan — K. ‌​‍Kelappan led the Guruvayur Satyagraha (1931-33) for temple entry and is the most widely recognised bearer of the title 'Kerala Gandhi'. T.K. ‌​‍Madhavan led the Vaikom Satyagraha.

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T.K. Madhavan

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Vakkom Moulavi

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E.M.S. Namboodiripad

Question 5

Biosphere Reserves in India:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

18 — 18 biosphere reserves as of current.‌​‍

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12

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24

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30

Question 6

The birthplace of direct democracy in the ancient world was:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Athens (Greece) — Athens, 5th c. BCE — direct citizen participation in the Ecclesia (assembly).‌​‍

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Rome

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Sparta

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Jerusalem

Question 7

Speed of electromagnetic waves in vacuum:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

3 × 10⁸ m/s — c = 1/√(μ₀ε₀). ‌​‍Maxwell predicted; Hertz confirmed. All EM waves travel at c in vacuum.

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1.5 × 10⁸

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3 × 10¹⁰

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3 × 10⁶

Question 8

Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary is part of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve — Wayanad WLS is part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve — elephants, tigers.‌​‍

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Periyar Reserve

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Silent Valley

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Western Ghats Reserve

Question 9

Makaravilakku:

Accepted Answer

Sabarimala festival — Major Sabarimala festival (January).

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Onam

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Vishu

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Navratri

Question 10

Barium sulfate is commonly used as a contrast agent in gastrointestinal imaging. Its suitability for this purpose is primarily due to its:

Accepted Answer

C. High atomic number and insolubility, making it opaque to X-rays and non-absorbable. — Barium sulfate is effective as a GI contrast agent because its high atomic number provides good X-ray attenuation (opacity), and its extreme insolubility prevents systemic absorption, thus minimizing toxicity and making it safe for oral or rectal administration. High solubility would lead to absorption and toxicity, it does not emit gamma radiation, and its primary role is not anti-inflammatory.

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A. High solubility in water, allowing for easy absorption.

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B. Ability to emit gamma radiation for detection.

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D. Potent anti-inflammatory properties that reduce gut irritation.

LGS Mixed Practice Test #476