Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #696

Question 1

Kottayam is known as:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rubber capital — Rubber capital of India.‌​‍

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Spice garden

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Cashew capital

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Rice bowl

Question 2

The majority of nutrient absorption, including carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, takes place in which specific part of the digestive tract?

Accepted Answer

D. Jejunum and ileum — While some initial digestion occurs in the stomach and duodenum, and water/electrolyte absorption in the large intestine, the jejunum and ileum are specialized for nutrient absorption. Their extensive surface area, created by villi and microvilli, is optimized for absorbing most digested carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

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A. Stomach

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B. Large intestine

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C. Duodenum

Question 3

Golden ratio:

Accepted Answer

~1.618 — ~1.618.

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~2.71

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~3.14

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~1.414

Question 4

Synonym of RIFE:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Widespread — Widespread.‌​‍

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Rare

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Missing

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Scarce

Question 5

A pivotal moment in the social reform movements of Kerala was the establishment of the first school specifically for the education of lower caste children, challenging the prevalent caste-based discrimination. Which social reformer is primarily credited with this pioneering effort, and which school is often associated with this historic initiative?

Accepted Answer

B. Ayyankali, Ooruttambalam School — Ayyankali, a prominent leader of the Pulaya community, established the Ooruttambalam School in 1904, specifically for the education of Dalit children. This act was a revolutionary step against caste discrimination and an assertion of the right to education for all, making it a landmark event in Kerala's social reform history.

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A. Sree Narayana Guru, Sivagiri School

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C. Chattampi Swamikal, Panmana School

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D. Vaikunda Swamikal, Suchindram School

Question 6

Most populous district:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Malappuram — Malappuram — most populous district (2011 Census).‌​‍

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Ernakulam

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Thiruvananthapuram

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Thrissur

Question 7

Vietnam War (US involvement) ended with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Fall of Saigon to North Vietnamese (April 1975) — US military withdrew 1973. ‌​‍Saigon fell to North Vietnam (April 1975). Vietnam reunified under communist rule.

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Chinese takeover

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Independence

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US victory

Question 8

The Chera dynasty's major port on the Malabar coast during Sangam age was:

Accepted Answer

Muziris (Muchiri, near Kodungallur) — Muziris on the Periyar river traded with Rome (pepper, spices); silted up by 14th century.

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Karaikkal

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Tamralipti

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Sopara

Question 9

Which services does the UMANG app provide under Digital India?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

e-Governance services on mobile — UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) provides access to multiple government services via a single app.‌​‍

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Digital land records only

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AI chatbot assistance

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Unified payment interface

Question 10

Mahakumbh 2025:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Prayagraj Jan-Feb — Prayagraj Mahakumbh Jan-Feb 2025.‌​‍

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Nasik

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Ujjain

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Haridwar

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #696