University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #571

Question 1

CM Odisha 2024:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mohan Charan Majhi — BJP's Majhi — ended 24-year Patnaik era.‌​‍

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Naveen Patnaik

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VK Pandian

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Other

Question 2

Synonym of CONDONE:

Accepted Answer

Overlook/forgive — Overlook or forgive.

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Condemn

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Punish

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Reject

Question 3

Kerala Health indicators — IMR:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Among lowest in India — Lowest IMR in India.‌​‍

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Highest

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Average

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Unknown

Question 4

With reference to Educational Degree, what does Ph.D. stand for?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Doctor of Philosophy — Doctor of Philosophy.‌​‍

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Diploma of Philosophy

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Diploma in Psychology

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Drama in Philosophy

Question 5

Antonym of OPAQUE:

Accepted Answer

Transparent — Opaque = not transparent. Antonym = transparent.

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Dark

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Cloudy

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Thick

Question 6

Kerala Film Development Corp:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

KSFDC — KSFDC.‌​‍

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KFC

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KFDC

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Both

Question 7

A key emphasis of the NEP 2020 is promoting multidisciplinary education and flexibility for students. Which of the following mechanisms is explicitly proposed to facilitate this in higher education?

Accepted Answer

B. The introduction of multiple entry and exit points in undergraduate courses. — The NEP 2020 introduces multiple entry and exit points, allowing students to leave a program with appropriate certification (e.g., certificate after 1 year, diploma after 2 years, degree after 3 years) and re-join later. This provides unprecedented flexibility, encouraging multidisciplinary studies without the fear of dropping out permanently. Options A, C, and D are either contrary to the policy's intent or not primary mechanisms for achieving this flexibility.

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A. Strict specialization in a single academic discipline from undergraduate level.

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C. Compulsory study of two foreign languages for all university students.

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D. Abolition of all private universities to ensure uniform standards.

Question 8

Synonym of ACQUIESCE:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Agree passively — Accept without protest.‌​‍

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Question

Answer

Fight

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Refuse

Question 9

The Vizhinjam International Seaport project in Thiruvananthapuram is poised to significantly impact Kerala's maritime trade. Which of the following statements accurately highlights a unique geographical advantage and a primary function of the Vizhinjam port?

Accepted Answer

B. The port's natural depth, close to the coastline, allows for the berthing of mega-container vessels without extensive dredging, positioning it as a transshipment hub. — The Vizhinjam International Seaport's key advantage is its natural depth (around 18-20 meters) very close to the coastline, enabling it to accommodate large mother vessels and mega-container ships with minimal dredging. This unique geographical feature positions it as a major transshipment hub for cargo. Options A, C, and D incorrectly describe its primary function or geographical characteristics.

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A. Its location in a high-tide zone facilitates easy dredging for smaller vessels, primarily serving coastal shipping.

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C. It is designed primarily as an exclusive naval base to enhance India's maritime security in the Arabian Sea.

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D. The project's main objective is to handle only passenger traffic and cruise liners, boosting tourism in the southern districts.

Question 10

The number of Schedules in the Indian Constitution currently is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

12 — The Indian Constitution currently has 12 Schedules. ‌​‍Originally it had 8 Schedules; the 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th were added by various amendments.

Answer

14

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8

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10

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #571