University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #822

Question 1

26 January 1930 was celebrated as:‌​‍

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Independence Day — First Independence Day (Purna Swaraj day). ‌​‍Republic Day came on 26 Jan 1950 to honour this date.

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Republic Day

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Constitution Day

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Youth Day

Question 2

Artificial Intelligence popular paradigms:‌​‍

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Symbolic (rule-based) and Connectionist (neural networks) — Alan Turing (Turing test, 1950). ‌​‍Dartmouth Conference 1956 coined AI. Deep learning resurgence from ~2012 (ImageNet).

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Only ML

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Only expert systems

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Symbolic only

Question 3

A teacher notices that a group of students frequently disrupts the class by talking over each other during group activities. Which intervention would be most appropriate to address this issue?

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B. Implementing a 'talking stick' rule where only the student holding the stick can speak — The 'talking stick' rule (Option B) is a structured approach to manage turn-taking, ensuring all students have an equal opportunity to speak while reducing interruptions. Punitive measures like isolation (Option A) or reducing group activities (Option D) undermine collaborative learning, and ignoring the behavior (Option C) may normalize disruptions.

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A. Assigning the disruptive students to work independently for the rest of the term

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C. Ignoring the behavior as it will likely resolve itself over time

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D. Reducing the frequency of group activities to minimize opportunities for disruption

Question 4

A significant crude oil spill has occurred along the Kerala coastline, posing severe threats to marine biodiversity and local livelihoods. Considering both efficacy and environmental sustainability, which biotechnological strategy would be the most appropriate for remediation?

Accepted Answer

C. Deploying genetically engineered microorganisms (GEMs) specifically designed for enhanced hydrocarbon degradation, along with biostimulation techniques. — Option C, deploying genetically engineered microorganisms (GEMs) with biostimulation, represents the most advanced and effective biotechnological approach for large-scale crude oil spill remediation. GEMs can be tailored for enhanced and rapid degradation of specific hydrocarbons, offering superior efficiency compared to naturally occurring microbes. Option A, while using natural bacteria, may be less efficient and the introduction of non-native strains from 'other sites' could pose ecological risks. Option B is a chemical method, not biotechnological, and can introduce secondary pollutants. O

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A. Introducing large quantities of naturally occurring, indigenous oil-degrading bacteria collected from other contaminated sites.

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B. Applying chemical dispersants to break down the oil, followed by physical removal.

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D. Implementing phytoremediation using oil-tolerant mangrove species.

Question 5

A patient diagnosed with a terminal illness demonstrates remarkable resilience, actively participating in support groups, seeking second opinions, and making plans for their remaining time, rather than succumbing to despair. According to psychodynamic theory, which part of the mind is primarily responsible for this healthy, reality-oriented coping?

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C. Ego — In psychodynamic theory, the Ego functions on the reality principle, mediating between the primal urges of the Id, the moral demands of the Superego, and the constraints of the external world. It is responsible for rational thought, problem-solving, and healthy coping mechanisms that allow an individual to adapt to reality. The Id operates on the pleasure principle, the Superego embodies moral standards, and the Unconscious holds thoughts and feelings outside of awareness.

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A. Id

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B. Superego

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D. Unconscious

Question 6

The Arjuna Award is given for:‌​‍

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Outstanding sports performance — Arjuna Award recognises outstanding sporting achievement over a period of 4 years.‌​‍

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Best coach

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Lifetime contribution

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Sports commentary

Question 7

From which constitution was the concept of 'Republic' in the Indian Constitution borrowed?‌​‍

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French Constitution — The concept of Republic, Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity in the Preamble was borrowed from the French Constitution (French Revolution ideals).‌​‍

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Canadian Constitution

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British Constitution

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USA Constitution

Question 8

PCR/PCPNDT Act:

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Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques — prohibits sex selection/feticide — 1994, amended 2003. Aimed at reducing female feticide. Sex ratio improvements (914 in 2011 to 933 in 2022-23 NFHS-5).

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Environment

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Terrorism

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Land

Question 9

The Temple Entry Proclamation of Sri Chithira Thirunal was declared on:

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1 November 1932 — Travancore Temple Entry Proclamation issued 12 November 1936. Most listed as 1 November 1936 in PSC keys (option A). Verifying — proclamation date 12 Nov 1936; PSC commonly accepts 'November 1936' option (A) or (C) per source. Standard: 1 November 1936 (A).

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1 November 1936

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1 October 1936

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1 January 1936

Question 10

I have lived here ___ 2010:‌​‍

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since — Since = point in time.‌​‍

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for

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from

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by

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #822