VFA Mixed Practice Test #325

Question 1

A committee of subject experts is tasked with reviewing and revising the curriculum for Social Science textbooks for classes VI to X in Kerala, ensuring alignment with national educational frameworks and pedagogical best practices. Which organization would primarily lead and coordinate this initiative?

Accepted Answer

C. Kerala State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) — The Kerala State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) is the principal academic body responsible for curriculum development, textbook preparation, and teacher education at the state level. Its mandate specifically includes research, training, and curriculum revision. DPI handles administrative aspects, and SSA is a program for comprehensive education.

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A. Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI)

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B. Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)

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D. Higher Secondary Education Directorate (HSED)

Question 2

Biofortification:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Breeding crops for higher nutritional value — Biofortified wheat (Atlas 66, high protein), rice (high Fe), maize (lysine-rich Protina). ‌​‍Golden rice (Vit A).

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Spraying

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Fermentation

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Irradiation

Question 3

Mendeleev predicted existence of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Eka-aluminium (Ga), Eka-silicon (Ge), Eka-boron (Sc) — Gaps in his table + property predictions verified — triumph of the law.‌​‍

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Only transition metals

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Noble gases

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Actinides

Question 4

The District Primary Education Programme (DPEP) was a precursor to the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA). What was the MAIN objective of DPEP in Kerala?

Accepted Answer

B. Achieving universal primary education and reducing gender disparities — DPEP aimed to achieve universal primary education and bridge gender and social gaps in enrollment and retention. Option A is unrelated (secondary education), Option C was not a DPEP focus, and Option D describes a later SSA strategy, not DPEP's core objective.

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A. Universalization of secondary education in the state

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C. Introducing vocational education in high schools

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D. Establishing private-public partnerships for school infrastructure

Question 5

The Guruvayur Satyagraha began on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1 November 1931 — Launched 1 November 1931 under K. Kelappan and Mannath Padmanabhan.‌​‍

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17 November 1942

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12 November 1936

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30 March 1924

Question 6

India's nuclear doctrine is:

Accepted Answer

No First Use (NFU) — stated 1999 — India declared NFU in 1999, formalised Draft Nuclear Doctrine 2003. Retaliation only; credible minimum deterrence.

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First use

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Use anytime

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No doctrine

Question 7

Iodized salt contains:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

KIO3 or KI — Potassium iodate or iodide.‌​‍

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Ca

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Mg

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NaF

Question 8

A patient suddenly experiences a "fight-or-flight" response due to an acute stressor. Which division of the autonomic nervous system is primarily responsible for mediating these physiological changes, such as increased heart rate and dilated pupils?

Accepted Answer

D. Sympathetic nervous system — The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body's "fight-or-flight" response, preparing the body for stressful situations by increasing heart rate, dilating pupils, and diverting blood flow. The parasympathetic nervous system promotes "rest and digest" functions. The somatic nervous system controls voluntary muscle movements, and the enteric nervous system regulates the gastrointestinal tract.

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A. Parasympathetic nervous system

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B. Somatic nervous system

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C. Enteric nervous system

Question 9

A rapidly growing tech startup in India is preparing for its Initial Public Offering (IPO). From the perspective of SEBI's regulatory framework, what is the primary expectation from the company's prospectus, specifically aimed at protecting potential retail investors?

Accepted Answer

C. To provide comprehensive and accurate disclosure of all material facts, risks, and financial health, enabling informed investment decisions. — SEBI's core role in an IPO is to ensure market integrity and investor protection through transparency. The prospectus is designed to provide full and fair disclosure of all relevant information, including financial details, business risks, and future prospects, so that potential investors can make informed decisions. SEBI does not guarantee returns (A), nor does it fix the offer price (D), though it scrutinizes the pricing mechanism. While companies may have stabilization strategies, it's not the primary expectation for the prospectus in terms of investor protection (B).

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A. To guarantee a minimum return on investment for all subscribers within the first year of listing.

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B. To outline the company's strategy for share price stabilization post-listing through buyback mechanisms.

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D. To obtain mandatory approval from SEBI on the final offer price to ensure it is fair and reasonable for retail investors.

Question 10

In 2022, which Indian state launched a first-of-its-kind scheme aimed specifically at employment of transgender individuals?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala — Kerala launched the transgender employment initiative in 2022.‌​‍

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Gujarat

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Maharashtra

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Tamil Nadu

VFA Mixed Practice Test #325