Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #543

Question 1

The Latin phrase 'ad hoc' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

for this — Ad hoc = 'for this' (created for a specific purpose).‌​‍

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by the year

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the book of

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as one wishes

Question 2

National Commission for Minorities:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1992 — NCM Act 1992.‌​‍

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1995

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1993

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2000

Question 3

The COVID-19 national lockdown in India began on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

24 March 2020 — Janata Curfew on 22 March, then 21-day national lockdown announced by PM Modi from 25 March 2020 (midnight of 24 March).‌​‍

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1 April 2020

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22 March 2020

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14 March 2020

Question 4

Which SQL command is used to fetch data?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

SELECT — DML (Data Manipulation): SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE. ‌​‍DDL: CREATE, ALTER, DROP. DCL: GRANT, REVOKE.

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DELETE

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UPDATE

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INSERT

Question 5

Which Kerala palace is famous for the 'Gajendramoksha' mural painting?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Krishnapuram Palace — Krishnapuram Palace (Alappuzha) houses the famed 49-sq-ft mural 'Gajendra Moksham'.‌​‍

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Mattanchery Palace

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Chirakkal Palace

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Padmanabhapuram Palace

Question 6

A teacher observes that one of her students excels in understanding others' emotions, motivations, and desires, and is particularly good at mediating conflicts among peers. According to Howard Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligences, which intelligence is most prominent in this student?

Accepted Answer

C. Interpersonal Intelligence — Interpersonal Intelligence, as described by Gardner, involves the ability to understand and interact effectively with others. This includes sensing others' moods, feelings, motivations, and intentions, which is evident in the student's ability to understand emotions and mediate conflicts. Intrapersonal intelligence relates to self-understanding, while bodily-kinesthetic and naturalistic intelligences relate to physical movement and understanding nature, respectively.

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A. Intrapersonal Intelligence

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B. Bodily-Kinesthetic Intelligence

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D. Naturalistic Intelligence

Question 7

What did the Cabinet Mission Plan of 1946 propose?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Three-tier federation with grouping of provinces; rejected eventually — Pethick-Lawrence, Cripps, A.V. Alexander. Initially accepted by both Congress and League; broke down over grouping clause. Led to Direct Action Day (16 Aug 1946).

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Immediate partition

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Only provincial autonomy

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Dominion status only

Question 8

Which Kerala national park has the largest population of lion-tailed macaques?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Silent Valley — Silent Valley NP in Palakkad shelters the largest lion-tailed macaque population.‌​‍

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Mathikettan Shola

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Eravikulam

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Anamudi Shola

Question 9

In Kerala, the Kuttanad region is known for its unique agricultural practice. Which of the following best describes this practice?

Accepted Answer

B. Paddy cultivation below sea level using a system of bunds and canals — The Kuttanad region is famous for its below-sea-level farming, where paddy is cultivated using a complex system of bunds (regulators) and canals to manage water levels. Terrace farming and shifting cultivation are not practiced here, and horticulture is not the primary focus.

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A. Terrace farming in hilly areas

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C. Shifting cultivation in forest areas

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D. Horticulture-based cropping in high-altitude regions

Question 10

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) observes International Literacy Day annually. What is the primary objective behind celebrating this day on September 8th worldwide?

Accepted Answer

D. To raise global awareness about the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights, and to advance the literacy agenda. — International Literacy Day, observed on September 8th, aims to highlight the importance of literacy for individuals, communities, and societies worldwide. Its primary objective is to raise global awareness about the critical role of literacy as a fundamental human right and a foundation for lifelong learning, thereby advancing the global literacy agenda. Options A, B, and C represent specific aspects or achievements within education but do not capture the broad, fundamental objective of International Literacy Day.

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A. To recognize the achievements in digital education and the integration of technology in classrooms globally.

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B. To celebrate the successful implementation of universal primary education programs in developing nations.

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C. To honor the educators who have dedicated their lives to promoting higher education and research.

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #543