Which is an example of intensive listening?

What is the main feature of intensive listening?

Which advantage is specific to live listening materials?

Match Merits and Demerits of Different Systems

Presidential System Merit	Strong accountability of the executive to the legislature
Parliamentary System Merit	Expert government through presidential appointments
Presidential System Demerit	Potential for deadlocks between executive and legislature
Parliamentary System Demerit	Instability in coalition governments due to fragile support

What is the key feature of live listening materials?

Match Key Features of the Parliamentary System

Executive Part of Legislature	Council of Ministers is collectively accountable to Parliament
Dependence on Majority Support	Prime Minister and ministers are members of Parliament
Collective Responsibility	Government can be removed if it loses Parliament's support
Flexible Tenure	Government stays in power only with majority support in Parliament

Match Key Features of the Presidential System

Separation of Powers	President can block laws passed by the legislature
Fixed Tenure	Executive, legislature, and judiciary operate independently
Veto Power	The President is chosen by the people or an electoral college
Direct Election	The President serves a set term and cannot be easily removed

Match the Country/Entity with its Democratic System Example

Switzerland	Citizens elect Members of Parliament to represent them
United States	All citizens participated in the Assembly to discuss legislation
Ancient Athens	Citizens vote on laws and policies through referendums
United Kingdom	Citizens elect representatives to Congress

Match the Direct Democracy Mechanism with its Example

Referendum	California Proposition 13 reducing property taxes
Initiative	California voters removing Governor Gray Davis
Recall	UK Brexit vote to leave the European Union
Plebiscit	Australia's vote on replacing the monarchy

Which resource is cited as a classical example of pre-recorded listening material?

How do pre-recorded materials help minimise dialect influence?

Why are authentic listening materials valuable for learners?

Recording a live classroom without the teacher’s knowledge would be an example of:

Which of the following is an example of authentic listening material?

What is the main feature of authentic listening materials?

Which advantage is most associated with live listening materials?

Authentic listening materials are primarily designed for:

Which type of listening involves the teacher or speaker delivering content in real-time?

What is a key feature of pre-recorded listening material?

Which type of listening material comes from real-life sources like radio shows, podcasts, or interviews?

The variation in listening materials in India is mainly due to:

How many major sources of listening material are available for English language learning according to the passage?

Why would listening materials for rural Indian learners differ from those for metropolitan city learners?

What determines the type of listening materials and resources used?

What is a defining characteristic of a 'Plebiscite' ?

What is considered a demerit of the Parliamentary System regarding the separation of powers?

Which characteristic defines the collective responsibility of the Council of Ministers in a Parliamentary System?

In a Parliamentary System, how is the executive branch typically related to the legislature?

Choose the correct statement(s) regarding the Digital India initiative.

1. BharatNet has extended optical fiber connectivity to over 50,700 Gram Panchayats.

2. Digital India includes a component focused on electronics manufacturing.
   

Which of the following statements are correct about the challenges of e-Governance in India?

1. The digital divide and lack of public awareness are significant barriers to e-Governance success.

2. The absence of high-speed internet has no impact on e-Governance initiatives.

3. Legacy systems require a comprehensive survey to identify risks and ensure interoperability.
   

One of the merits of a Presidential System is that it generally leads to a more stable government. What is the primary reason for this stability?

The given pie-chart represents the percentage of students enrolled in five different sports. The total number of students is 2800. Find the total number of students who play hockey and tennis

Which of the following statements are correct regarding Kerala's e-Governance initiatives?

1. Kerala was the first state in India to declare internet access a basic right.

2. The eHealth Kerala Project is functional in 280 hospitals across the state.

3. The Information Kerala Mission (IKM) focuses on central government computerization.
   

The line chart given below shows the production (in 10000 s) of cars in 7 different months, Production of cars in month M3 is what percent of the production of cars in month M5?

A key feature of the Presidential System is the separation of powers. Which branches are typically independent of each other in this system?

The pie-chart shows the percentage-wise distribution of the number of students in five different schools P, Q, R, S and T. The total number of students in all five schools together is 10,500. Find the total number of students in schools Q and T together?

Which of the following countries is cited as an example of a Presidential System?

In which year was the production of computers by the company 16% more than the average exports of computers in the six years (2013 to 2018)?

In which system are citizens primarily involved in electing representatives to make decisions on their behalf?

Which direct democracy tool allows citizens to propose new laws or amendments by collecting a required number of signatures for a public vote?

In which form of democracy do citizens directly participate in the decision-making process without the involvement of elected representatives?

Which of the following is a key feature of the 'Highlands' zone?

In the context of Kerala's economy, what does the term 'fiscal deficit' refer to?

The coir and cashew industries, which are significant in Kerala's economy, are examples of what type of industry?

What is a major environmental challenge related to the geography of Kerala?

How has the political landscape of Kerala influenced its economic trajectory?

How has the contribution of the agricultural sector to the state's economy changed since 1956?

What is the primary factor behind the low infant mortality rate and high life expectancy in Kerala?

Analyze the roles of the different branches in the separation of powers within a democracy.

1. The Executive branch is primarily responsible for making laws and policies.
2. The Legislative branch interprets laws and adjudicates legal disputes.
3. The Judicial branch ensures checks and balances by preventing any single branch from wielding excessive power.
4. The Executive branch enforces laws and manages the day-to-day operations of the government.

Which of the following statements about Free and Fair Elections as a pillar of democracy is incorrect?

1. Free and fair elections are a cornerstone feature ensuring the government reflects the will of the people.
2. Universal suffrage means that the right to vote is restricted to adult citizens based on their socioeconomic status.
3. Regular elections are held at frequent intervals to ensure accountability of the government.
4. Independent Electoral Bodies are crucial for overseeing the electoral process impartially.