VFA Mixed Practice Test #47

Question 1

Vishu is celebrated in which Malayalam month?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Medam — Vishu is celebrated on the first day of Medam (mid-April), the Malayalam New Year observance.‌​‍

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Chingam

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Karkidakam

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Thulam

Question 2

Under the National Health Policy 2017, which initiative is prioritized to address the rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs)?

Accepted Answer

C. Integration of NCD screening and management in the Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres — The NHP 2017 emphasizes the integration of NCD screening and management within the Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs) as a key strategy. Option A is incorrect because Ayushman Bharat (PMJAY) primarily covers secondary and tertiary care, not all NCDs. Option B is incorrect as the policy does not mandate standalone NCD clinics in every PHC. Option D is incorrect because no universal NCD insurance scheme is mandated under the policy.

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A. Expansion of Ayushman Bharat to cover all NCDs

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B. Establishment of NCD clinics in every primary health center

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D. Mandatory NCD insurance for all citizens above 30 years

Question 3

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a controlled nuclear chain reaction, a principle crucial for sustainable energy production?

Accepted Answer

C. The continuous generation of electricity in a nuclear power plant reactor. — A nuclear power plant reactor utilizes control rods to absorb excess neutrons, thereby maintaining a sustained and controlled chain reaction that generates heat for electricity. An atomic bomb represents an uncontrolled chain reaction, leading to a massive, instantaneous energy release. Spontaneous decay is a natural radioactive process, not a chain reaction, and nuclear fusion is a distinct process where light nuclei combine.

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A. The spontaneous decay of Uranium-238 into Thorium-234.

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B. The rapid, uncontrolled release of energy in an atomic bomb explosion.

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D. The fusion of hydrogen isotopes in the sun's core.

Question 4

Swami Vagbhatananda was born on 27 April 1885 at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Patyam — Vagbhatananda was born at Patyam, Kannur.‌​‍

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Kollangode

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Budhanoor

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Chavara

Question 5

A 6-month-old infant is brought to the PHC with complaints of poor feeding, lethargy, and sunken fontanelle. On examination, the child has dry mucous membranes, reduced skin turgor, and a weak cry. Which of the following is the FIRST step in management according to IMNCI guidelines?

Accepted Answer

B. Assess for signs of severe dehydration and refer to a higher facility — The child shows signs of severe dehydration (sunken fontanelle, dry mucous membranes, lethargy, weak cry). IMNCI mandates immediate referral for severe dehydration as IV fluids are required, which cannot be administered at the PHC level. Option A is incorrect for severe dehydration; Option C is premature without prior assessment; Option D is for diarrhea management, not severe dehydration.

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A. Administer oral rehydration solution (ORS) immediately

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C. Start intravenous fluids if no improvement in 1 hour

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D. Provide zinc supplementation and continue breastfeeding

Question 6

Art 14:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Equality before law — Equality before law + equal protection of laws.‌​‍

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Freedom of speech

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Right to life

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Constitutional remedies

Question 7

In Kerala's administrative structure, which body is responsible for the preparation and revision of the District Disaster Management Plan (DDMP) under the Disaster Management Act, 2005?

Accepted Answer

B. District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA) — The District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), chaired by the District Collector, is mandated under the Disaster Management Act, 2005 to prepare and revise the District Disaster Management Plan (DDMP). The State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) oversees at the state level, but local preparation is the DDMA's responsibility.

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A. District Collector

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C. District Panchayat Standing Committee

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D. State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA)

Question 8

Wayanad is known for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Coffee and spices — Wayanad is known for coffee, pepper, and spice cultivation.‌​‍

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Tea only

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Rubber only

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Rice only

Question 9

Meaning of 'perseverance':

Accepted Answer

Persistent effort despite difficulties — Perseverance is a virtue of staying the course.

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Giving up

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Hurrying

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Lying

Question 10

The main end product of photosynthesis is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Oxygen and glucose — 6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ (requires light, chlorophyll).‌​‍

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CO₂

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Proteins

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Water

VFA Mixed Practice Test #47