LGS Mixed Practice Test #550

Question 1

The festival 'Thrissur Pooram' was started by which ruler?

Accepted Answer

Sakthan Thampuran — Sakthan Thampuran (Raja Rama Varma) of Cochin reorganised Thrissur Pooram in 1798.

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Marthanda Varma

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Tipu Sultan

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Dharma Raja

Question 2

During the cardiac cycle, the term 'systole' refers to which event of the heart?

Accepted Answer

C. Contraction of the ventricles — Systole refers to the contraction phase of the cardiac cycle, specifically ventricular systole, where the ventricles contract to eject blood into the aorta and pulmonary artery. Diastole, on the other hand, refers to the relaxation and filling phase of the heart. Atrial events and valve actions are part of the overall cycle but not the sole definition of systole.

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A. Filling of the atria

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B. Relaxation of the atria

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D. Opening of the atrioventricular valves

Question 3

Who is the chairperson of the 16th Finance Commission of India?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Dr. Arvind Panagariya — Dr Arvind Panagariya was appointed chair of the 16th Finance Commission in December 2023.‌​‍

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Shaktikanta Das

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Nand Kishore Singh

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Jagdish Bhagwati

Question 4

A school principal is planning for the upcoming academic year. According to the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, what is the primary responsibility of the school regarding a child identified with a mild intellectual disability, within the age group of 6 to 14 years?

Accepted Answer

B. To ensure admission and provide free and compulsory elementary education in a neighbourhood school, with necessary support. — The RTE Act, 2009, mandates free and compulsory elementary education for all children aged 6-14, including children with disabilities, in a neighbourhood school. It emphasizes inclusive education where necessary support is provided within the mainstream setting, not segregation or conditional admission. The Act aims to ensure no child is denied admission on the basis of disability.

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A. To provide free and compulsory education in a separate special school for children with disabilities.

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C. To refer the child to a rehabilitation center, as the RTE Act primarily focuses on mainstreaming without specific provisions for disabilities.

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D. To admit the child only if the school has a dedicated special educator already appointed for severe disabilities.

Question 5

Kerala's state animal:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Elephant — Indian Elephant is Kerala's state animal.‌​‍

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Lion-tailed Macaque

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Nilgiri Tahr

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Tiger

Question 6

Which of the following is the primary function of dietary fiber in a balanced diet?

Accepted Answer

B. Regulates blood glucose levels and promotes bowel regularity — Dietary fiber is primarily known for its role in regulating blood glucose levels and promoting bowel regularity by adding bulk to stool. It does not provide amino acids, enhance calcium absorption, or supply immediate energy like fats or carbohydrates.

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A. Provides essential amino acids for protein synthesis

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C. Enhances calcium absorption in the small intestine

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D. Supplies concentrated energy for immediate metabolic use

Question 7

The river on which the Idukki Dam is built is:

Accepted Answer

Periyar — Idukki Dam is built on the Periyar River in Idukki district. It is one of the highest arch dams in Asia.

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Pamba

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Bharathapuzha

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Chaliyar

Question 8

'Clash of Civilisations' thesis (1993) by Samuel Huntington argued:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Post-Cold War conflicts will be civilisational (Islamic, Sinic, Western, etc.) — Huntington's thesis controversial but influential. ‌​‍Cited in discussions of 9/11, ISIS, US-China rivalry.

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Global government

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World peace

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Economic unity

Question 9

The Malayali Congress leaders active at the national level included:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

C. Sankaran Nair and Barrister G.P. Pillai — Both C. ‌​‍Sankaran Nair (INC President 1897) and G.P. Pillai were prominent Malayali Congressmen.

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K.P. Kesava Menon only

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Only G.P. Pillai

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Only C. Sankaran Nair

Question 10

A postpartum mother at 6 weeks requests contraception. She is breastfeeding exclusively and her menses have not returned. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate contraceptive method for her?

Accepted Answer

B. Progestin-only pill (POP) — The progestin-only pill (POP) is the safest contraceptive choice for a breastfeeding mother, as it does not affect milk production or infant growth. COCP is contraindicated due to estrogen's impact on lactation. Cu-IUD and DMPA are effective but may cause irregular bleeding, making POP preferable in the early postpartum period. Lactational amenorrhea alone is unreliable after 6 weeks postpartum.

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A. Combined oral contraceptive pill (COCP)

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C. Copper intrauterine device (Cu-IUD)

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D. Depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) injection

LGS Mixed Practice Test #550