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I can't go rushing off to Delhi at the drop of a hat. What does the idiom “at the drop of a hat ” means
The sentence similar in meaning to, “A bridge is being constructed across the river” is
Mohan was. ................ from the rest of his friends
They are cut off by snow for days on end. “On end” means
Everyone is present, ..........
.................. I don't agree with the man I an ready to listen to him
Pick out the sentence that is acceptable.
He is too weak to walk. This sentence can also be expressed as ______.

Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?

(i) The SPSC’s expenses are not subject to a vote in the state legislature.

(ii) The Supreme Court has held that failure to consult the SPSC does not invalidate government decisions.

(iii) The SPSC can be consulted on any matter referred to it by the President.

(iv) The state legislature can amend or repeal regulations made by the Governor regarding matters excluded from SPSC consultation.

Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?

(i) The SPSC is known as the ‘watchdog of the merit system’ in the state.

(ii) The Governor can appoint an acting Chairman if the office of the Chairman is vacant.

(iii) The SPSC’s functions include advising on promotions and transfers in state services.

(iv) The President appoints the Chairman and members of the SPSC.

“The western wave was all a-flame.” The expression ‘western wave’ here is an example of ______.

Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?

(i) The SPSC is not consulted on matters related to cadre management or training.

(ii) The Kerala PSC currently has 21 members.

(iii) The SPSC can be consulted on claims for reimbursement of legal expenses by civil servants.

(iv) The Chairman of the SPSC is eligible for reappointment to the same office.

Your hand-eye coordination must be ______ then.

Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?

(i) The President can remove an SPSC member for engaging in paid employment outside their official duties.

(ii) The SPSC’s recommendations are binding on the state government.

(iii) The Governor determines the conditions of service for the SPSC Chairman and members.

(iv) The SPSC submits an annual report to the Governor.

We must finish the project ______ a year.
You have to look after your aged parents This sentence expresses. .................

Which one of the following statements is NOT TRUE for the SPSC?

(i) The SPSC is a constitutional body established under Articles 315–323.

(ii) The Chairman of the SPSC can be appointed as a member of the UPSC after completing their term.

(iii) The SPSC is consulted on all disciplinary matters affecting state civil servants.

(iv) The SPSC’s jurisdiction can be extended to local bodies by the Governor’s regulation.

Consider the following statements:

(i) The SPSC conducts examinations for appointments to state services.

(ii) The Governor can appoint an acting Chairman of the SPSC if the Chairman is unable to perform duties due to absence.

(iii) A member of the SPSC, after completing their term, is eligible for appointment as the Chairman of the UPSC.

(iv) The Supreme Court’s advice is not binding on the President in cases of SPSC member removal for misbehaviour.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:

(i) The Governor appoints the Chairman and members of the SPSC, but only the President can remove them.

(ii) The SPSC is not consulted on matters related to reservations for backward classes or claims of Scheduled Castes and Tribes.

(iii) The conditions of service of the SPSC Chairman and members can be varied to their disadvantage after appointment.

(iv) The SPSC’s recommendations are binding on the state government.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

What behavioral characteristics do we see today in children?

Consider the following statements:

(i) The SPSC is a constitutional body established under Part XIV of the Constitution.

(ii) The Joint State Public Service Commission (JSPSC) is a constitutional body created by the President.

(iii) The SPSC submits an annual performance report to the Governor, which is placed before both Houses of the state legislature.

(iv) The state legislature can extend the jurisdiction of the SPSC to local bodies and public institutions.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:

(i) The Governor can suspend a member of the SPSC during an enquiry for misbehaviour referred to the Supreme Court.

(ii) The advice of the Supreme Court in cases of misbehaviour by an SPSC member is binding on the President.

(iii) The SPSC is consulted on all matters related to the classification of state services.

(iv) The expenses of the SPSC, including salaries and pensions, are charged on the Consolidated Fund of the State.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements:

(i) The number of members of the State Public Service Commission is determined by the Governor at his discretion.

(ii) The Constitution prescribes specific qualifications for all members of the SPSC.

(iii) The tenure of the Chairman and members of the SPSC is 6 years or until they attain the age of 62 years, whichever is earlier.

(iv) The Chairman of the SPSC can be reappointed for a second term after completing the first term.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

How according to the author, can parents meet their children's deepest needs
In the expression, “the wounds never heal”, ‘wounds ’ means
If parents knew the real reason for children's fury. ...............
The unresolved childhood needs lie.................in the unconscious mind
“Firm limit setting and even punishment is the antidote to spoiling”. argue
Why do parents find it difficult to access their unconscious mind?
Who can be described as an enraged child
In Scrum, the main development cycle that usually lasts 2–4 weeks is called:
Scrum can best be described as:

What are the primary ways dissolved oxygen is lost from an aquatic ecosystem?

  1. Through respiration by aquatic organisms.
  2. Through the air-water interface.
  3. Through photosynthesis by aquatic plants.
  4. Through absorption by the substrate at the bottom of the water body.

    How does turbidity affect aquatic ecosystems?

    1. It increases the penetration of sunlight, enhancing photosynthesis.
    2. It reduces the extent of light penetration, thereby limiting photosynthetic activity.
    3. It has no significant impact on light penetration or photosynthesis.
    4. It is caused by dissolved gases and does not involve suspended particles.

      What defines the photic zone in an aquatic ecosystem?

      1. The region where light penetrates sufficiently for photosynthesis to occur.
      2. The deepest part of the water body where no light reaches.
      3. The layer of water where temperature is consistently low.
      4. The area where dissolved oxygen levels are at their highest.
        A key difference between Agile and traditional methods like Waterfall is that Agile:
        Agile was developed as a reaction to which traditional project management method that lacked flexibility?

        Which of the following are the major limiting factors for the productivity of aquatic ecosystems?

        1. Sunlight
        2. Temperature
        3. Wind speed
        4. Atmospheric pressure

          Which of the following statements are true about the independence of the SPSC?

          I. The conditions of service of the SPSC Chairman cannot be altered to their disadvantage after appointment.

          II. The Chairman of an SPSC is eligible for appointment to the UPSC after their term.

          III. The salaries of the SPSC Chairman and members are subject to a vote in the state legislature.

          IV. A member of the SPSC is not eligible for reappointment to the same office.

          Which of the following statements are true about Benthos?

          1. Benthos are organisms that inhabit the surface layer of the water.
          2. These organisms live in or on the bottom region of a water body.
          3. The benthic environment is uniform, leading to less diversity in organisms.
          4. Benthos exhibit various adaptations to suit their specific bottom-dwelling habitat.

            Select the statements that accurately define Nekton.

            1. Nekton are organisms that passively drift with water currents.
            2. This group consists of animals capable of swimming, possessing the strength to overcome water currents.
            3. Nekton are generally small and have limited mobility.
            4. The size of Nekton ranges from tiny swimming insects to the largest marine mammals like the blue whale.

              Which statements correctly characterize Plankton?

              1. Plankton possess strong swimming abilities to counteract water currents.
              2. This group includes both microscopic plants (phytoplankton) and animals (zooplankton).
              3. Their distribution is primarily determined by the water currents due to limited locomotive power.
              4. Plankton are only found in calm freshwater ecosystems.

                Identify the correct statements regarding Periphyton.

                1. Periphyton are free-swimming organisms found in the open water.
                2. These organisms are typically found attached to or clinging to plant stems, leaves, or other submerged objects.
                3. Sessile algae and associated animal groups are examples of Periphyton.
                4. Periphyton are exclusively microscopic organisms.

                  Which of the following statements accurately describe Neuston organisms?

                  1. Neuston are organisms that live attached to submerged surfaces.
                  2. These organisms reside at the air-water interface, such as floating plants and certain animals.
                  3. Water striders are an example of Neuston that spend most of their lives on top of the air-water interface.
                  4. Neuston obtain all their nutrients and sustenance directly from the air.
                    Which of the following has a salt content less than 5 ppt?
                    Mangrove swamps are an example of which type of aquatic ecosystem?
                    Which of the following is a domain in Mc Cormik and Yager - Taxonomy of teaching science ?
                    The term 'Lotic systems' refers to:
                    The term 'Lentic systems' refers to:
                    What is the approximate salt content (in ppt) of sea water, used as a reference for saline water bodies?