University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #772

Question 1

Ashtamudi Lake shape:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Octopus-like (8 arms) — Ashtamudi = 'Eight braids' — 8-pointed shape.‌​‍

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Circular

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Linear

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Star

Question 2

The Indian Constitution delineates clear boundaries for legislative powers between the Centre and States. However, there are specific circumstances where the Parliament can legislate on a matter originally enumerated in the State List. Which of the following correctly identifies one such circumstance?

Accepted Answer

B. When the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a two-thirds majority of members present and voting, declaring it necessary in the national interest. — Article 249 of the Constitution empowers Parliament to legislate on a State List subject if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution with a special majority (two-thirds of members present and voting), declaring it expedient in the national interest. This is a specific provision for parliamentary intervention in state legislative domain. Options A, C, and D describe incorrect procedures or bodies for this particular legislative power.

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A. When the President, through an executive order, declares the subject to be of paramount national security interest.

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C. When the Finance Commission recommends such legislation to ensure fiscal stability across states.

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D. When the Prime Minister's Office issues a directive to address a critical national development priority.

Question 3

Abdul Kalam's role:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

President, DRDO, ISRO — Multiple — Integrated Guided Missile Development, SLV, President.‌​‍

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Just missile

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Just scientist

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Just President

Question 4

A successful entrepreneur, despite having modest academic achievements, demonstrates an exceptional ability to adapt to changing market conditions, effectively negotiate with diverse stakeholders, and find practical solutions to unforeseen business challenges. This individual's strengths are most aligned with which aspect of Sternberg's Triarchic Theory?

Accepted Answer

C. Contextual intelligence — Sternberg's Triarchic Theory defines contextual (practical) intelligence as the ability to adapt to, shape, or select environments, often referred to as 'street smarts.' This involves practical problem-solving, negotiation, and adapting to real-world situations, which aligns perfectly with the entrepreneur's described abilities. Componential (analytical) intelligence focuses on academic problem-solving, experiential (creative) intelligence on novel ideas, and linguistic intelligence is a concept from Gardner's theory.

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A. Componential intelligence

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B. Experiential intelligence

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D. Linguistic intelligence

Question 5

Synonym of DILATORY:‌​‍

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Slow/delaying — Tending to delay.‌​‍

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Efficient

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Punctual

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Fast

Question 6

Article ___ lays down that there shall be a Public Service Commission for the Union and one for each State:

Accepted Answer

Article 315 — Article 315 establishes Union and State PSCs.

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Article 280

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Article 324

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Article 356

Question 7

In the formation of Kerala state in 1956, which taluks were transferred from Travancore to Madras state?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Thovala, Agastheeswaram, Kalkulam, Vilavancode — The four southern taluks went to Madras (now Kanyakumari district, Tamil Nadu).‌​‍

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Wayanad, Gudalur, Devikulam

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Kasaragod, Hosdurg, Karadka

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Ottapalam, Palakkad, Chittoor

Question 8

Art 148:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

CAG — Comptroller and Auditor General.‌​‍

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Election Commission

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Finance Commission

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UPSC

Question 9

Kerala Public Service Commission:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Conducts state govt job exams — State PSC.‌​‍

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None

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Central

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Private

Question 10

In the context of the three-tier Panchayati Raj system in Kerala, a newly elected Grama Panchayat is preparing its annual development plan. To ensure genuine grassroots participation and accurate needs assessment for the plan, which of the following is the most fundamental and initial step mandated by the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act?

Accepted Answer

C. Ward Sabhas are convened in each ward to discuss local needs, identify problems, and propose solutions, which are then consolidated and approved by the Grama Sabha. — The Kerala Panchayat Raj Act emphasizes participatory planning, starting from the lowest level. Ward Sabhas are the primary forums where citizens directly articulate their needs and priorities, which are then deliberated and approved by the Grama Sabha, forming the foundation of the Grama Panchayat's development plan. Options A, B, and D represent later stages or alternative approaches that do not prioritize the initial grassroots engagement as effectively as Ward and Grama Sabhas.

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A. The Grama Panchayat forms a working group of experts to conduct a survey of local resources and prepare a draft plan.

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B. The Block Panchayat convenes a joint meeting with all Grama Panchayat presidents to identify common development priorities for the block.

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D. The District Planning Committee allocates funds and issues broad guidelines, based on which the Grama Panchayat designs its specific projects.

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #772