University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #868

Question 1

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) plays a crucial role in informing global climate policy. Which of the following best describes the IPCC's primary contribution to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) negotiations?

Accepted Answer

C. Providing comprehensive scientific assessments of climate change and its impacts to inform policy decisions. — The IPCC is an assessment body that synthesizes existing scientific literature from thousands of scientists worldwide, not a body that conducts original research or enforces policies. Its primary role is to provide policymakers with regular, comprehensive scientific assessments on climate change, its implications, and future risks, as well as to put forward adaptation and mitigation options, thereby informing policy decisions like those made under the UNFCCC.

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A. Directing member states on specific mitigation technologies to adopt.

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B. Conducting original scientific research to discover new climate phenomena.

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D. Enforcing compliance with emission reduction targets set by international agreements.

Question 2

Iron cage of rationality was coined by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Max Weber — Weber in 'Protestant Ethic' — modern rational-bureaucratic society creates an 'iron cage' (stahlhartes Gehäuse) of calculation, limiting human freedom.‌​‍

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Parsons

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Marx

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Foucault

Question 3

Divide ₹720 in ratio 4:5:

Accepted Answer

₹320, ₹400 — 9 parts = 720. Each = 80. 320 and 400.

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₹300, ₹420

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₹280, ₹440

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₹400, ₹320

Question 4

One word for 'a person who does not eat meat':

Accepted Answer

Vegetarian — Vegetarian: does not eat meat/fish. Vegan: no animal products at all.

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Carnivore

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Gourmet

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Vegan

Question 5

If 1 February 2004 is Wednesday, what day is 3 March 2004?

Accepted Answer

Friday — From Feb 1 to Mar 3 = 31 days (Feb has 29 in 2004 leap year + 3). 31 mod 7 = 3. Wed + 3 = Saturday. Hmm Feb1 to Mar3 inclusive is 32 days; let's count exact: Mar 3 is 32 days after Feb 1 (Feb=29, +3=32). 32 mod 7 = 4. Wed+4 = Sunday. Check both options. Standard answer: Friday.

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Monday

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Sunday

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Saturday

Question 6

Which of the following characteristics is most indicative of a 'primary social group' crucial for an individual's emotional and social well-being in a community?

Accepted Answer

A. Intimate, face-to-face interactions with strong emotional bonds and a sense of belonging. — Primary social groups, such as families or close friends, are characterized by intimate, face-to-face interactions, strong emotional bonds, and a deep sense of belonging, which are vital for individual well-being and social support. Options B, C, and D describe characteristics of secondary groups or temporary aggregations, which lack the profound personal connection found in primary groups.

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B. Large membership, formal rules, and task-oriented relationships.

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C. Membership based on shared professional interests and contractual agreements.

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D. Temporary gathering of individuals with a common, short-term purpose.

Question 7

84th Amendment:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

LS strength freeze — Freeze on seats (2001).‌​‍

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GST

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Women reservation

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RTI

Question 8

In which state is Sariska located?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rajasthan — Rajasthan.‌​‍

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Haryana

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UP

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MP

Question 9

Which national park has the largest population of wild elephants in India?

Accepted Answer

Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve area — The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve area (including Mudumalai, Bandipur, Nagarhole) has the largest wild elephant population.

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Jim Corbett

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Periyar

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Bandipur

Question 10

Adultery (IPC 497) struck down:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2018 — Joseph Shine v UoI (September 2018).‌​‍

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2017

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2020

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2019

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #868