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HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 1

Which of the following is correct?

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According to Piaget, language is a symptom of existing cognitive structures of the child. There are four major cognitive stages: sensorimotor, pre-operational, concrete-operational and formal operations. Language acquisition varies depending upon the particular stage of development.
Skinner, and not Bruner, explains "language acquisition is measured in terms of learning principles or more particularly, a child's operant conditioning techniques".

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 2

Raja, a student of your class, is very tense due to the acne on his face. What will you do?

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A student always feels tense when he is unaware of things happening to him and happening around him. Mere words from someone on whom he relies upon can act wonders in such cases. The teacher must tell him that it is normal and is due to hormonal changes.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 3

Directions: Answer the following question by selecting the most appropriate option.
Gender discrimination in a classroom

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Gender discrimination may lead to diminished effort or performance in education or the labour market, which itself gives rise to negative outcomes. What remains unclear from this line of research, however, is to what extent perceptions of discrimination correspond to some reliable depiction of reality. Because events may be misperceived or overlooked, perceptions of discrimination may over- or under-estimate the actual incidence of discrimination.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 4

Who is mainly responsible for classroom management?

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Classroom management is the responsibility of the class teacher as she is the one who manages children, she knows how to handle children, she knows how to control emotions, how to teach them, what is right or wrong for the children.
Hence, the correct answer is "Class-teacher".

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 5

When children learn a concept and use it, practice helps in reducing the errors committed by them. This idea was given by:

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The Law of effect principle was propounded by Edward Thorndike. According to this principle, any behavior is followed by pleasant consequences that get repeated whereas if it is followed by unpleasant consequences it gets stops. Edward Thorndike has given a learning theory that leads to the development of operant conditioning within Behaviorism.
Hence, the correct answer is, 'E.L Thorndike.'

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 6

Sita and her cousin Rakesh are twelve years old. Sita is not allowed to stay in the playground after 6 pm while her brother Rajesh plays till 7 pm in the same playground. This is called:

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  • Gender inequality is the social phenomenon in which men and women are not treated equally.
  • The treatment may arise from distinctions regarding biology, psychology, or cultural norms prevalent in the society.
  • Gender inequality is experienced differently across different cultures. 
  • In practice, it means discrimination against women in various aspects such as access to education, job or even free mobility. 

Therefore, the above example is of gender inequality. 

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 7

Learning disability, which is related to reading and language comprehension is called

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Learning disability refers to a neurological disorder that causes cognitive impairment. Reading disorders are part of learning disabilities.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 8

“भगवान श्रीराम के अयोध्या लौटने पर प्रजा ने खुशियाँ मनाई थी।” वाक्य में रेखाँकित शब्द के लिए सही मुहावरा है-

Detailed Solution for HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 8

विकल्प घी के दिए जलाना सही है।

Key Points
  • घी के दिए जलाना
    • अर्थ: खुशियाँ मनाना
    • वाक्य प्रयोग: भगवान श्रीराम के अयोध्या लौटने पर प्रजा ने घी के दिए जलाए थे।

Additional Information

  • घाव पर नमक छिड़कन
    • अर्थ: दुखी को और दुखी करना
    • वाक्य प्रयोग : वह अनुत्तीर्ण होने के कारण पहले दुखी है, तुम जली – कटी सुनाकर उसके घाव पर नमक छिड़क रहे हो।
  • घोड़े बेचकर सोना
    • अर्थ : निश्चित होना
    • वाक्य प्रयोग: दिन-भर थकने के बाद मजदूर रात को घोड़े बेचकर सोते हैं।
  • चाँद पर थूकना
    • अर्थ:निर्दोष पर दोष लगाना
    • वाक्य प्रयोग: अरे, उस संत-महात्मा पर व्यभिचार का आरोप लगाना चाँद पर थूकना है ।
Important Points
  • अन्य उदाहरण
  • झोली भरना
    • अर्थ – भरपूर प्राप्त होना
  • टाँग अड़ाना
    • अर्थ – अड़चन डालना
  • टका सा जबाब देना
    • अर्थ – साफ़ इनकार करना
  • टस से मस न होना
    • अर्थ – कुछ भी प्रभाव न पड़ना
  • टोपी उछालना
    • अर्थ – निरादर करना
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 9

यहाँ वाक्य दिया गया हैं। प्रत्येक वाक्य में चार विकल्प हैं। इनमें से जो शुद्ध वाक्य हो उसके लिए निर्धारित (A), (B), (C) और (D) में से कोई एक उत्तर के रूप में उत्तर पत्रक में चिह्नित कीजिए।

इस समस्या की औषध उसके पास है।

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"इस समस्या का समाधान उसके पास है।" वाक्य शुद्ध वाक्य है।

  • यहाँ शब्द चयन की त्रुटि है।
  • औषध शब्द का प्रयोग बीमारी के लिए किया जाता है।
  • अतः इस वजह से यहाँ पर समाधान शब्द का प्रयोग किया जाएगा।

Additional Information

औषध
पुल्लिंग:

  • दवा।
  • दवा-दारू।

समाधान
पुल्लिंग:

  • संशय दूर करना।
  • संकट को दूर करना।
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 10
किस वाक्य में 'मत' (आज्ञा के लिए) का प्रयोग अशुद्ध और अनुचित है?
Detailed Solution for HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 10

सही उत्तर 'कार मत तेज मत चलाओ।' है।

  • 'कार मत तेज मत चलाओ।' वाक्य में 'मत' (आज्ञा के लिए) का प्रयोग अशुद्ध और अनुचित है।
  • शुद्ध वाक्य: कार तेज मत चलाओ।
  • उपरोक्त वाक्य में 'मत' शब्द का प्रयोग दो बार हुआ है जिसके कारण वाक्य का अर्थ स्पष्ट नहीं हो रहा है

Key Points

  • वाक्य अशुद्धि शोधन- ‘वाक्य’ भाषा की महत्त्वपूर्ण इकाई है,अत: वाक्य को बोलते व लिखते समय उसकी शुद्धता, स्पष्टता और सार्थकता का ध्यान रखना आवश्यक है।
  • यदि वाक्य में किसी तरह की अशुद्धि होती है तो आपके बोले गए वाक्य अर्थ भी बदल सकता है। सामने वाले व्यक्ति को आसानी से और सही-सही समझ आ सके उसके लिए आवश्यक है कि व्याकरण के नियमों की दृष्टि से ‘वाक्य’ को शुद्ध हो।
  • अत: वाक्य को व्याकरण के नियमों के अनुसार शुद्ध करना ही ‘वाक्य अशुद्धि शोधन’ कहलाता है।
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 11

The average of 80 numbers is 105. The average of the first 21 numbers is 104 and that of the next 57 numbers is 103. What is the average of the last two numbers?

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The average of the last two numbers

Hence, Option A is correct.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 12
In which century Firoz Shah Tughlaq founded the city of Fatehabad?
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The correct answer is the 14th century.

About Firoz Shah Tughlaq:

  • The Fatehabad was founded by Firoz Shah Tughlak in the 14th century. He named the city "Fatehabad" after his son's name Fateh Khan.
  • Firoz Shah Tughlaq was born in 1309 at Dipalpur( now in Pakistan). He was a Muslim ruler of the Tughlaq dynasty, who reigned over the Sultanate of Delhi from 1351 to 1388.
  • He was the Third Ruler of the Tughlaq dynasty after the death of Mohammad-bin Tughlaq. Mohammad-bin Tughlaq Son of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq founder of the Tughlaq dynasty ascended the throne in the year 1325.
  • Firoz Shah Tughlaq wrote his autobiography named as, Futuhat-e-Firozshahi. He established an office for Poor and Deprived sections called Diwan-i-Khairat.
  • He opened a Department for the Slave people known as the Diwan-i-Bundagan. Firoz Shah Tughlaq declared the Iqtadari Framework Hereditary.
  • The Four new towns were established by him named Fatebabad, Jaunpur, Firozabad, and Hissar. He was the one who started the Imposition of Jaziya on the Brahmans. Firoz Shah Tughlaq established many hospitals portrayed differently as Shifa Khana, Darul-Shifa, and Bimaristan, in Delhi.
  • He died in the year 1388 and the Tughlaq dynasty starts declining after his death and could not continue to rule.

Notes:

  • The founder of the Tughlaq Dynasty was Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq in 1320.
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 13

If 25% of (A + B) = 80% of (A – B), A is what percentage of B?

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HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 14
According to census 2011, which of the following percentage depict the level of urbanization in India ?
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The Correct Answer is 31.16%.

Key Points

  • Currently, India’s population stood at 1210 million in 2011, with an urbanisation level of 31.1% (Census of India 2011).
  • Number of Persons Living in Urban Areas:
    • Over 75% of the urban population of the country is in 10 States: Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Kerala.
    • Maharashtra leads with 50.8 million persons (13.5% of the total urban population of the country).
    • Uttar Pradesh accounts for about 44.4 million, followed by Tamil Nadu at 34.9 million.
  • High-Scoring States: Goa is the most urbanised State with a 62.2% urban population.

Additional Information

  • Schemes/Programmes Related to Urban Development:
    • Smart Cities.
    • AMRUT Mission.
    • Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban.
    • HRIDAY.
    • Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban.
  • Government Initiatives for Slum Dwellers/Urban Poor:
    • Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana.
    • Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan (self-reliant India).
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 15

Direction: Read the given instructions carefully and answer the questions given beside.

In which direction is D’s home from the school?
I. D moved a distance of 40m towards north. From there he turns to the right and walked for 30m and reached school.
II. D is facing south. He turns right and walk for 100m. After that he turned to the left walk for 50m and reach home.

Detailed Solution for HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 15

From Statement 1:

We have, D moved a distance of 40m towards north.

From there he turns to the right and walked for 30m and reached school.


Here, we can’t determine in which direction is D’s home from the school.

From Statement 2:

We have, D is facing south. He turns right and walk for 100m.

After that he turned to the left walk for 50m and reach home.

Here, we can’t determine in which direction is D’s home from the school.

Hence option B is correct.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 16

'Indolence' is related to 'Work' in the same way as 'Taciturn' is related to:

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As 'Indolence' and 'Work' are opposite to each other in the same way 'Taciturn' and 'speak' are opposite to each other.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 17
What factors typically constitute the terms of credit in a loan agreement?
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The terms of credit encompass various elements that define the conditions of a loan agreement. These typically include the interest rate charged on the borrowed amount, the collateral provided by the borrower as security, and the specified mode of repayment. These terms can vary significantly based on the nature of the lender, borrower, and the specific credit arrangement, highlighting the importance of understanding and negotiating favorable terms when entering into a credit agreement.
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 18

Which of the following sentences is correct?

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It is not necessary that all countries that have c... moreonstitution are democratic. For ex. in french revolution, France was declared a constitutional monarchy but not democratic.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 19

National Rural Employment Guarantee Act was implemented in which one of the following years ?

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National Rural Employment Guarantee Act, 2005. National Rural Employment Guarantee Act 2005 (or, NREGA No 42, later renamed as the "Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act", MGNREGA), is an Indian labour law and social security measure that aims to guarantee the 'right to work'.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 20

Given below are the names of four energy crops. Which one of them can be cultivated for ethanol? 

[2010]

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Maize is one of the carbohydrate rich crops; hence it is more suited for ethanol-production among the given crops.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 21

Jehangir’s faithful general Mahabat Khan revolted against him in 1626 A.D. because

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As a result of Nur Jahan's machinations against Jahangir, Mahabat Khan decided to take action, and so in 1626, he led an army of loyal Rajput soldiers to Punjab. He had also brought the wives and families of many of them, so that, if driven to extremity, they would fight to the last for the lives and honour of themselves and their families. Meanwhile, Jahangir and his retinue were preparing to head to Kabul, and were encamped on the banks of the River Jhelum. Mahabat Khan and his forces attacked the royal encampment, and successfully took the emperor hostage; Nur Jahan, however, managed to escape.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 22

This helps to create an opportunity for the producers to reach beyond the domestic market ?

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Detailed Explanation:
To create an opportunity for producers to expand their market beyond the domestic boundaries, the following factors play a significant role:
1. Foreign trade: Foreign trade refers to the exchange of goods and services between different countries. It allows producers to tap into international markets, enabling them to reach a larger customer base and increase their sales. By exporting their products, producers can access new markets and generate more revenue.
2. Domestic trade: Domestic trade refers to the exchange of goods and services within the borders of a country. While it primarily focuses on the domestic market, it can also provide opportunities for producers to establish a strong local customer base. This can act as a stepping stone for further expansion into foreign markets.
3. Internal trade: Internal trade refers to the exchange of goods and services within a particular region or state. It helps producers reach customers in different cities or areas within the country. By diversifying their distribution channels and targeting specific regions, producers can expand their market reach.
4. Trade barriers: Trade barriers are restrictions or obstacles imposed by governments to regulate international trade. These can include tariffs, quotas, or regulations that limit the entry of foreign goods into a domestic market. By reducing trade barriers, producers can gain easier access to foreign markets and increase their exports.
In this context, the correct answer is option A: Foreign trade. Foreign trade offers the most significant potential for producers to reach beyond the domestic market and explore international opportunities.
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 23

Which of the following kings was the founder of Gahadavala dynasty with Kanyakubja as its seat of power?

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Rudolf Hoernlé once proposed that the Gahadavalas were an offshoot of the Pala dynasty of Gauda, but this theory has been totally rejected now. Another theory identifies the dynasty's founder Chandradeva as the Kannauj Rashtrakuta scion Chandra.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 24

Which body exposed to the world about the prisoners at Guantanamo Bay were being tortured in ways that violated the US laws?

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Answer:
The body that exposed the violations of US laws in the torture of prisoners at Guantanamo Bay was Amnesty International. Here is a detailed explanation:
Amnesty International:
- Amnesty International is a global organization that advocates for human rights and works to expose and prevent human rights abuses around the world.
- They have conducted extensive research and investigations into the treatment of prisoners at Guantanamo Bay.
- Through their reports and publications, Amnesty International has highlighted the torture and mistreatment of detainees at the facility, including practices that violate US laws and international human rights standards.
- They have documented cases of physical and psychological abuse, including prolonged isolation, sensory deprivation, sleep deprivation, and the use of harsh interrogation techniques.
- Amnesty International has called for the closure of Guantanamo Bay and the prosecution of those responsible for the torture and ill-treatment of prisoners.
In conclusion, Amnesty International has played a crucial role in exposing the violations of US laws in the torture of prisoners at Guantanamo Bay.
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 25

What will happen if the government fails to provide 100 days employment under NREGA ?

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What will happen if the government fails to provide 100 days employment under NREGA?
If the government fails to provide 100 days employment under NREGA, the following consequences may occur:
1. No extra benefit will be given: The government will not provide any additional benefits to the individuals who were supposed to receive employment under NREGA.
2. The officer-in-charge will be punished: The officer responsible for the implementation of NREGA may face disciplinary action or punishment for the failure to provide the guaranteed employment.
3. Unemployment allowance will be given: In case the government fails to provide employment as per the guarantees of NREGA, the affected individuals may be eligible to receive an unemployment allowance. This allowance is provided to compensate for the loss of employment opportunities.
4. Foodgrains may be provided: In some cases, if the government fails to provide employment, it may compensate by providing foodgrains or other essential commodities to the affected individuals. This is done to ensure that their basic needs are met during the period of unemployment.
It is important to note that the specific consequences may vary depending on the policies and regulations of each state or region within the country.
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 26

The term Jana is used 275 times in the Rig Veda.How many times the term janapada is used in the Rig Veda?

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The term Jana is used 275 times in the Rig Veda. The term janapada is not used even once in the Rig Veda. The tribal political organisation (Jana) of the Rig Vedic phase gave way to the rise of territorial state (Janapada) towards the end of the Vedic period i.e. early Vedic Janas later coalesced into the Janapadas. The term “Janapada” literally means the foothold of a tribe.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 27

Assertion (A): Chandragupta Maurya's conversion to Jainism significantly impacted the spread of the religion in South India.

Reason (R): Chandragupta Maurya's patronage provided Jainism with the royal support necessary for its expansion and establishment in new regions.

Detailed Solution for HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 27
  • Assertion is true: Chandragupta Maurya's conversion and his subsequent life in South India indeed had a significant impact on Jainism’s spread in the region.
  • Reason is true: While royal patronage and support were important for the spread of religious movements, Chandragupta's influence on Jainism’s spread in South India was more due to his personal adoption of the religion and less about formal royal patronage, as his conversion came at the end of his reign.
HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 28

How much is the Mauna Kea higher than Mount Everest ?

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Mauna Kea (Hawaii) in the Pacific Ocean is an undersea mountain. It is higher than Mount Everest being 10,205 metres high.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 29

Which one of the following sectors is associated with the manufacturing industries?

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Manufacturing and Industry sector, also known as the secondary sector, includes all branches of human activities that transform raw materials into products or goods.

HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 30

From which of the following countries did Tipu seek help to expel the British from India?

I. Afghanistan

II. Arabia

III. France

IV. Russia

Detailed Solution for HTET TGT Social Studies Mock Test - 8 - Question 30
  • Tipu Sultan sought assistance from France, Afghanistan, Russia, and Arabia to counter British expansion in India.
  • France provided military support, while Afghanistan and Russia were approached to create alliances against the British. Arabia’s involvement was sought to gain broader regional support.
  • Therefore, the correct answer is D (I, II, III, IV).'
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