701. Which of the following is an initial mandatory requirement for pursuing research ?

Research Aptitude • Research Process • JULY 2016

702. The format of thesis writing is the same as in

Research Aptitude • Thesis Writing • JULY 2016

703. In qualitative research paradigm, which of the following features may be considered critical ?

Research Aptitude • Qualitative Research • JULY 2016

704. In a research on the effect of child-rearing practices on stress-proneness of children in completing school projects, the hypothesis formulated is that ‘child rearing practices do influence stress-proneness’. At the data-analysis stage a null hypothesis is advanced to find out the tenability of research hypothesis. On the basis of the evidence available, the null hypothesis is rejected at 0.01 level of significance. What decision may be warranted in respect of the research hypothesis ?

Research Aptitude • Hypothesis Testing • JULY 2016

705. Select the alternative which consists of positive factors contributing to effectiveness of teaching : List of factors : (a) Teacher’s knowledge of the subject. (b) Teacher’s socio-economic background. (c) Communication skill of the teacher. (d) Teacher’s ability to please the students. (e) Teacher’s personal contact with students. (f) Teacher’s competence in managing and monitoring the classroom transactions.

Teaching Aptitude • Factors • JULY 2016

706. The use of teaching aids is justified on the grounds of

Teaching Aptitude • Teaching Aids • JULY 2016

707. Which set of learner characteristics may be considered helpful in designing effective teaching-learning systems ? Select the correct alternative from the codes given below : (i) Prior experience of learners in respect of the subject. (ii) Interpersonal relationships of learner’s family friends. (iii) Ability of the learners in respect of the subject. (iv) Student’s language background. (v) Interest of students in following the prescribed dress code. (vi) Motivational-orientation of the students.

Teaching Aptitude • Learner Characteristics • JULY 2016

708. The best way for providing value education is through

Value Education • Methods • JULY 2016

709. Which one of the following is a key behaviour in effective teaching ?

Communication • Effective Teaching • JULY 2016

710. The classroom communication should essentially be :

Communication • Essentials • JULY 2016

711. A good communicator begins his/her presentation with a :

Communication • Presentation Skills • JULY 2016

712. In a classroom, the probability of message reception can be enhanced by :

Communication • Reception • JULY 2016

713. Given below are the factors of vulnerability of poor people to climate change. Select the code that contains the correct answer. (a) Their dependence on natural resources (b) Geographical attributes (c) Lack of financial resources (d) Lack of traditional knowledge

Environment • Vulnerability • JULY 2016

714. Adaptation as a process enables societies to cope with : (a) An uncertain future (b) Adjustments and changes (c) Negative impact of climate change (d) Positive impact of climate change

Environment • Adaptation • JULY 2016

715. Which of the following pollutants is the major cause of respiratory diseases ?

Environment • Pollution • JULY 2016

716. Assertion (A) : In urban areas, smog episodes occur frequently in winters. Reason (R) : In winters, a lot of biomass is burnt by people for heating purposes or to keep themselves warm.

Environment • Pollution • JULY 2016

717. Occurrence of natural hazards is affected by : (a) Land use changes (b) Drainage and construction (c) Ozone depletion (d) Climate change

Environment • Disasters • JULY 2016

718. Which of the following pollutant gases is not produced both naturally and as a result of industrial activity ?

Environment • Pollutants • JULY 2016

719. Among the following fuels of energy, which is the most environment friendly ?

Environment • Energy • JULY 2016

720. Who among the following can be removed by the President without Parliament’s resolution ?

Governance • Constitutional Posts • JULY 2016