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Which of the following groups are NOT listed as main beneficiaries of KSLMA's programmes?
What is the primary function of the Kerala State Literacy Mission Authority (KSLMA)?
Which sector has been the fastest-growing in Kerala's economy in recent decades?
A significant portion of Kerala's agricultural income is derived from:
Kerala's economy is often characterized by its reliance on:
The formation of the state of Kerala in 1956 consolidated regions that were previously under:
What is a key challenge for Kerala's agricultural sector today?
Which of the following is a major reason for the high literacy rate in Kerala, a key factor in its economic development?

Match the Literacy Statistic with its Corresponding Year/Context

Kerala's literacy rate in 1951 4.0 per cent
Male-female literacy gap in 1951 47.2 per cent
Male-female literacy gap in 2011 51.5 per cent
Bihar's female literacy rate (2011) 22 per cent point

Match the State/Region with its 2011 Literacy Rate (Census of India)

Kerala's overall literacy rate 91.9%
Lakshadweep's literacy rate 94%
Mizoram's literacy rate 91.3%
Kerala's female literacy rate 92.1%
According to the 2011 Census, which district had the second highest literacy rate in Kerala?
Which district in Kerala had the lowest literacy rate according to the Census of India (2011)?
Which district in Kerala had the highest literacy rate according to the Census of India (2011)?
Which state recorded the lowest female literacy rate according to the Census of India (2011)?
According to the Census of India (2011), what was Kerala's rank in female literacy rate in the country?
What was the male-female literacy gap in Kerala in 2011?
Which of the following states/ Union territory followed Kerala in literacy rate, according to the 2011 Census?
What was Kerala's rank in the country for literacy rate according to the Census of India (2011)?
According to the Census of India (2011), what was Kerala's literacy rate?

Consider the NIRF 2024 rankings for Kerala University and CUSAT. Which of the following statements is incorrect?

  1. Kerala University secured a higher position than CUSAT among Indian Universities in the NIRF 2024 ranking.
  2. Both Kerala University and CUSAT secured the 9th and 10th positions respectively among State Public Universities in the NIRF 2024 ranking.
  3. CUSAT secured a higher position in the overall National Ranking compared to Kerala University.

    Which of the following statements about CUSAT's achievements are accurate?

    1. In the NIRF 2024 rankings, CUSAT secured the 34th position among universities.
    2. CUSAT secured an A+ Grade in NAAC accreditation.
    3. CUSAT secured the 10th position among State Public Universities in the NIRF 2024 rankings.
    4. 44 patents were granted/published by CUSAT during the period 2022-2024.

      Which of the following statements correctly describe achievements or initiatives of Kannur University?

      1. Kannur University bagged the E-Governance Award for Online Services in 2022-23.
      2. The university achieved its first NIRF ranking in 2022, placed in the rank band 151-200.
      3. Kannur University established a Western Ghats Study Centre for Tropical Biodiversity.
      4. The Linguistic Diversity Study Centre was established by Mahatma Gandhi University.

        Consider the following statements regarding Calicut University's initiatives.

        1. Calicut University has established a Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE).
        2. The university established a barrier-free environment through its CDMRP (Community Disabled Management and Rehabilitation Program).
        3. Calicut University launched the University of the Third Age Programme to promote education among senior citizens.

          Which of the following initiatives are associated with Mahatma Gandhi University?

          1. MG University announced a strategic partnership with SIBUR, a Russian petrochemical giant.
          2. The university's women's team won the All India Inter-University Women's Volleyball Championship.
          3. Mahatma Gandhi University Innovation Foundation (MGUIF) incubated Panlys Nanotech India Pvt Ltd.
          4. MGU established a disaster relief initiative called 'MGU Team On Spot', involving NSS volunteers and NCC cadets.

            Evaluate the correctness of the following statements regarding Mahatma Gandhi University.

            1. Mahatma Gandhi University has been ranked among the top 2 percent of universities in Asia by the Study Abroad Aid rankings.
            2. MG University was reaccredited with an A++ grade by NAAC in its fourth cycle, achieving a CGPA score of 3.61.
            3. The International Centre for Polar Studies (ICPS) at Mahatma Gandhi University was granted membership to the University of the Arctic (UArctic).
            4. In 2023, Mahatma Gandhi University secured a place in The Times Higher Education World University Rankings for the first time.

              Which of the following statements about Kerala University's recent rankings and events are correct?

              1. In the NIRF 2024 ranking, the University of Kerala secured the 21st position among Indian Universities.
              2. The University of Kerala was selected as the Best University for the NSS State Award 2021-22.
              3. Kerala University was ranked 16th overall nationally in the India Today - MDRA 2024 ranking.
              4. Researcher's Fest - Heights 2023 was organized by Kerala University at its Kariavattom Campus in July 2023.

                Consider the following statements regarding the achievements of Kerala University.

                1. Kerala University was the first in the state to launch the Four Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP).
                2. The University of Kerala received the Kerala State Biodiversity Conservation Award in 2022.
                3. Kerala University secured the overall second position in the 37th National Inter University Youth Festival.
                  P.T.M Government College (Perinthalmanna) achieved how many points in its NAAC 'A' Grade accreditation?
                  Among the colleges listed, which one achieved the highest points in NAAC 'A' Grade accreditation?
                  Which types of colleges are beneficiaries of the "Jeevani" program?
                  The CM's Prathibha Scholarship Award targets which group of students?
                  How many scholarships were awarded under the CM's Prathibha Scholarship Award scheme?
                  From which financial year was the "Hunger Free Campus" project approved and implemented?
                  What is the primary objective of the "Hunger Free Campus" project implemented by the Collegiate Education Directorate?

                  Identify the correct statement regarding key educational indicators in Kerala.

                  1. Kerala has a significantly lower literacy rate compared to the national average in India.
                  2. The state has a higher student enrolment rate in educational institutions at various levels.
                  3. The percentage of girl students in schools and colleges is higher in Kerala, indicating strong gender equity.

                    Consider the flagship programs mentioned in relation to Kerala's education. Which statements are accurate?

                    1. Vidya Kiranam, a component of the Nava Kerala Mission, is a continuation of the Pothu Vidyabhyasa Samrakshana Yajnam.
                    2. The Kerala Knowledge Economy Mission is a key initiative expected to bring major changes in the standards of school and higher education.
                    3. These flagship programs are primarily focused on vocational training and are unrelated to general school and higher education standards.

                      Which of the following statements correctly describes the government's commitment to education in Kerala?

                      1. The State Government and Local Self-Government institutions are committed to providing good quality infrastructure in educational institutions.
                      2. There is a strong emphasis on maintaining a hygienic environment within educational institutions by the authorities.
                      3. The government's role is limited to policy-making, with infrastructure development left to private entities.

                        What are the key characteristics of Kerala's well-developed schooling system?

                        1. It is designed to address the requirements and demands of all children up to 18 years of age.
                        2. The system has attained very high rates of literacy and schooling throughout the state.
                        3. Its primary focus is on private schools, with limited development in the public sector.

                          Specific Achievements and Initiatives in Kerala's Education

                          Student retention success Higher percentage of girl, SC, and ST students
                          Progress in marginalized group enrollment Vidya Kiranam
                          Flagship initiative for educational reforms Low dropout rate
                          Predecessor to Nava Kerala Mission's education efforts Pothu Vidyabhyas Samrakshana Yajnam
                          The positive environment created by social reform movements allowed the state to legally carry forward which types of reforms?
                          What types of social movements in Kerala helped create a positive environment for legal reforms?
                          What specific component of Kerala's social welfare system is mentioned for its extensive network related to public food distribution?
                          Which Indian state is identified as having the most developed social welfare system in India?
                          What is the basis for Kerala's impressive health standards?
                          What medical systems are specifically mentioned as having private nursing homes emerging due to the gulf boom?
                          Since when has the 'gulf boom' been experienced by Kerala?
                          Which economic phenomenon contributed to the emergence of private nursing homes in Kerala?
                          What kind of hospital network has Kerala created?

                          Which of the following statements about the lowest-ranked country in the 2025 Human Development Index is accurate?

                          1. South Sudan was at the very bottom of the 2025 HDI, ranked 193rd.
                          2. South Sudan's HDI value for 2025 was 0.388.
                          3. Countries at the bottom of the HDI typically exhibit high levels of political stability and economic prosperity.

                            Identify the correct statement(s) concerning the top-ranked countries in the 2025 Human Development Index.

                            1. Iceland achieved the top rank in the 2025 HDI with an HDI value of 0.972.
                            2. Norway and Switzerland followed Iceland as the second and third top-ranked countries, respectively.
                            3. The United States was ranked among the top three countries in the 2025 HDI.