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RRB Pharmacist Official Paper (Held On: 28 Apr, 2025 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)

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General Ability (30 questions)

1

Which transformative reform was introduced in 2016, aiming to create 'one nation, one tax and one market' in India? 

  1. ((a))

    Nationalisation of state banks

  2. ((b))

    Revision of the Customs Act for certain goods

  3. ((c))

    Introduction of the Direct Tax Code

  4. ((d))

    Implementation of the Goods and Services Tax

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Answer: ((a))

Nationalisation of state banks

2

What is the work done in moving a charge of 10 C between two points with a potential difference of 14 V?

  1. ((a))

    140 J

  2. ((b))

    14 J 

  3. ((c))

    1.4 J

  4. ((d))

    10 J

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Answer: ((a))

140 J

3

Six boxes A, B, C, D, E and F are kept one over the other but not necessarily in the same order. B is kept second from the bottom. Only one box is kept between B and F. Only three boxes are kept between C and D. D is kept immediately below B. Only two boxes are kept between A and E. A is kept immediately above C. Which box is third from the bottom? 

  1. ((a))

    F

  2. ((b))

    A

  3. ((c))

    C

  4. ((d))

    E

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Answer: ((a))

F

4

The angle of deviation for a ray of light after passing through a prism is _____. 

  1. ((a))

    the angle between the incident ray and one of the sides of the prism

  2. ((b))

    the angle between the emergent ray and incident ray

  3. ((c))

    indeterminate

  4. ((d))

    the angle of the prism

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Answer: ((a))

the angle between the incident ray and one of the sides of the prism

5

Based on the English alphabetical order, three of the following four letter cluster pairs are alike in a certain way and thus form a group. Which is the one that DOES NOT belong to that group?

(Note: The odd one out is not based on the number of consonants/vowels or their position in the letter-cluster.)

  1. ((a))

    ZS – EN

  2. ((b))

    EA – JV

  3. ((c))

    MQ – RK

  4. ((d))

    CO – HJ

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Answer: ((a))

ZS – EN

6

A vendor sold 20 chocolates for a rupee, thereby gaining 35%. How many did he buy for a rupee?

  1. ((a))

    29

  2. ((b))

    33

  3. ((c))

    27

  4. ((d))

    31

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Answer: ((a))

29

7

Which of the following statements about sensitivity in plants is INCORRECT? 

  1. ((a))

    Chemotropism is the growth response of plants to chemical stimuli in their environment.

  2. ((b))

    Plants have specialized Nervous tissues for conducting information.

  3. ((c))

    Plants exhibit phototropism by growing towards the light source

  4. ((d))

    Thigmotropism is the response of plants to touch or physical contact. 

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Answer: ((a))

Chemotropism is the growth response of plants to chemical stimuli in their environment.

8

Who was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra on 5 December 2024, following the state assembly elections?

  1. ((a))

    Uddhav Thackeray

  2. ((b))

    Eknath Shinde

  3. ((c))

    Devendra Fadnavis

  4. ((d))

    Ajit Pawar

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Answer: ((a))

Uddhav Thackeray

9

Which one of the following monuments, constructed during the Mughal rule, is situated on the bank of river Yamuna?

  1. ((a))

    Taj Mahal 

  2. ((b))

    Jama Masjid

  3. ((c))

    Panch Mahal

  4. ((d))

    Akbar's Tomb

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Answer: ((a))

Taj Mahal 

10

Which of the following options is true about carbon compound combustion?

  1. ((a))

    Burns without oxygen

  2. ((b))

    Always forms carbon monoxide

  3. ((c))

    Needs more oxygen for complete combustion

  4. ((d))

    Never produces water

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Answer: ((a))

Burns without oxygen

11

Which constitutional amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced a Legislative Assembly for the Union Territory of Delhi?

  1. ((a))

    42nd Amendment

  2. ((b))

    74th Amendment

  3. ((c))

    69th Amendment

  4. ((d))

    61st Amendment

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Answer: ((a))

42nd Amendment

12

18 is related to 107 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 21 is related to 125. To which of the given options is 14 related, following the same logic?

(Note: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into their constituent digits. E.g., 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.)

  1. ((a))

    91

  2. ((b))

    87

  3. ((c))

    95

  4. ((d))

    83

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Answer: ((a))

91

13

Which of the following is correct regarding complex permanent tissue of plants?

  1. ((a))

    These tissues are plant tissues that consist of one type of cell

  2. ((b))

    Xylem is responsible for transporting organic nutrients

  3. ((c))

    Phloem is responsible for transporting water

  4. ((d))

    These tissues are essential for the plant's transport system

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Answer: ((a))

These tissues are plant tissues that consist of one type of cell

14

The value of (47)×(2120)+(65−9)\left(\frac{4}{7}\right)\times \left(\frac{21}{20}\right)+\left(\frac{6}{5}-9\right) is

  1. ((a))

    −293-\frac{29}{3}

  2. ((b))

    −365-\frac{36}{5}

  3. ((c))

    −398-\frac{39}{8}

  4. ((d))

    −359-\frac{35}{9}

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Answer: ((a))

−293-\frac{29}{3}

15

Which of the following sexual maturation changes occur in females?

  1. ((a))

    The breasts begin to grow

  2. ((b))

    Stop of the menstrual cycle

  3. ((c))

    Skin decreased oil production 

  4. ((d))

    Narrowing of hips

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Answer: ((a))

The breasts begin to grow

16

The Indian government launched a new digital health initiative in 2025, to improve healthcare accessibility and interoperability of medical data. What is the name of this initiative? 

  1. ((a))

    Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission 2.0

  2. ((b))

    National Health Stack Expansion

  3. ((c))

    Bharat AI Health Grid

  4. ((d))

    Digital India Healthcare 2025

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Answer: ((a))

Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission 2.0

17

Find the circumference (in m) of the largest circle that can be inscribed in a rectangle whose dimensions are given as 49 m and 94 m.  take π = 227\frac{22}{7}

  1. ((a))

    163

  2. ((b))

    149

  3. ((c))

    154

  4. ((d))

    159

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Answer: ((a))

163

18

Which of the following sacrificed their lives for the protection of Khejri trees?

  1. ((a))

    Amrita Devi Bishnoi

  2. ((b))

    Sunita Willium

  3. ((c))

    Sunita Devi 

  4. ((d))

    Savita Devi Bishnoi

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Answer: ((a))

Amrita Devi Bishnoi

19

Who among the following social reformers worked to promote widow remarriage during the Indian National Movement?

  1. ((a))

    EV Ramaswamy Naicker

  2. ((b))

    Ishwarchandra Vidyasagar

  3. ((c))

    Jyotirao Phule

  4. ((d))

    Swami Vivekananda

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Answer: ((a))

EV Ramaswamy Naicker

20

Under Article 74 of the Indian Constitution, the Union Council of Ministers is mandated to aid and advise which authority?

  1. ((a))

    The Prime Minister of India

  2. ((b))

    The Supreme Court of India

  3. ((c))

    The Lok Sabha Speaker

  4. ((d))

    The President of India

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The Prime Minister of India

21

Identify the element whose given valency does not match its typical valency. 

ElementAtomic numberGiven Valency
Be42
Ne100
Al133
F97
  1. ((a))

    Al

  2. ((b))

    F

  3. ((c))

    Be

  4. ((d))

    Ne

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Answer: ((a))

Al

22

Bleaching powder is a white solid with a strong chlorine smell. It is commonly used in:

  1. ((a))

    making fertilisers and plastics

  2. ((b))

    manufacturing cement and glass 

  3. ((c))

    disinfecting water and bleaching fabrics

  4. ((d))

    preserving food and softening water

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Answer: ((a))

making fertilisers and plastics

23

A and B can together complete a piece of work in 25 days. They worked together for 20 days and then B left. After another 10 days, A completed the remaining work. In how many days can A complete the entire work alone?

  1. ((a))

    54

  2. ((b))

    60

  3. ((c))

    40

  4. ((d))

    50

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Answer: ((a))

54

24

Harish and Vineet move towards town B starting from town A, at a speed of 35 km/h and 36 km/h respectively. If Vineet reaches town B 40 minutes earlier than Harish, what is the distance between towns A and B?

  1. ((a))

    840 km

  2. ((b))

    841 km

  3. ((c))

    834 km

  4. ((d))

    838 km

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Answer: ((a))

840 km

25

For image formation by a concave mirror, which of the following statements is true?

  1. ((a))

    At the centre of curvature, the size of the image is the same as the size of the object.

  2. ((b))

    The nature of the image is real and erect when the object is at the centre of curvature.

  3. ((c))

    An object placed at the focus forms a highly diminished image.

  4. ((d))

    The size of the image is enlarged when the object is placed at infinity.

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Answer: ((a))

At the centre of curvature, the size of the image is the same as the size of the object.

26

Who among the following was posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan in January 2025 for his or her contributions to literature and education?

  1. ((a))

    Sharda Sinha

  2. ((b))

    MT Vasudevan Nair

  3. ((c))

    Kumudini Lakhia

  4. ((d))

    Osamu Suzuki

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Sharda Sinha

27

Which of the following correctly lists the sections of the Western Coastal Plains in India? 

  1. ((a))

    Karnataka Coast, Eastern Coast and Malabar Coast

  2. ((b))

    Konkan Coast, Coromandal Coast and Vembanad Coast

  3. ((c))

    Konkan Coast, Karnataka Coast and Malabar Coast 

  4. ((d))

    Northern Circar Coast, Malabar Coast and Coromandel Coast 

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Answer: ((a))

Karnataka Coast, Eastern Coast and Malabar Coast

28

 The Dachigam Sanctuary, located in Jammu and Kashmir in India, is home to which of the following species?

  1. ((a))

    Indian bison

  2. ((b))

    Snow leopard 

  3. ((c))

    One-horned rhinoceros

  4. ((d))

    Hippopotamus

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Answer: ((a))

Indian bison

29

Based on the English alphabetical order, three of the following four letter-clusters are alike in a certain way and thus form a group. Which letter-cluster DOES NOT belong to that group?

(Note: The odd one out is not based on the number of consonants/vowels or their position in the letter-cluster.)

  1. ((a))

    JLK

  2. ((b))

    RTU

  3. ((c))

    NPO

  4. ((d))

    FHG

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Answer: ((a))

JLK

30

Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. 

Statements:

All piles are quantities.

All stores are quantities.

Conclusions:

(I): Some piles are stores.

(II): Some quantities are stores.

  1. ((a))

    Only conclusion (II) follows

  2. ((b))

    Both conclusions (I) and (II) follow

  3. ((c))

    Only conclusion (I) follows

  4. ((d))

    Neither conclusion (I) nor (II) follows 

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Answer: ((a))

Only conclusion (II) follows

Professional Ability (70 questions)

31

Good manufacturing practice is a part of:

  1. ((a))

    safety guidelines

  2. ((b))

    multidisciplinary guidelines

  3. ((c))

    quality management systems

  4. ((d))

    efficacy guidelines 

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Answer: ((a))

safety guidelines

32

A person is eligible for pharmacy registration if she or he:

  1. ((a))

    has been engaged in the compounding of drugs in a hospital or dispensary for not less than three months

  2. ((b))

    has been engaged in the dispensing of drugs for not less than six months 

  3. ((c))

    has been engaged in the compounding of drugs in a hospital or dispensary for not less than six months

  4. ((d))

    has a degree or diploma in pharmacy from an Indian University or a State Government 

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Answer: ((a))

has been engaged in the compounding of drugs in a hospital or dispensary for not less than three months

33

What is the advantage of non per oral extravascular routes over other routes?

  1. ((a))

    Enhanced gastrointestinal motility

  2. ((b))

    Enhanced first pass metabolism

  3. ((c))

    Faster degradation of drug

  4. ((d))

    Avoidance of first pass metabolism 

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Answer: ((a))

Enhanced gastrointestinal motility

34

'Orange peel effect' can be mitigated by:

  1. ((a))

    Slowing down the coating pan speed

  2. ((b))

    Decreasing spray distance

  3. ((c))

    Adding more talc to the coating formula

  4. ((d))

    Using a finer spray nozzle

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Answer: ((a))

Slowing down the coating pan speed

35

Child proof packing is regulated through the:

  1. ((a))

    Pharmacy Council of India

  2. ((b))

    Poison Prevention Packaging Act

  3. ((c))

    Poison Prevention Rule

  4. ((d))

    Poison Prevention Packaging Guideline

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pharmacy Council of India

36

Global acceptance of herbal drug standards is facilitated by :

  1. ((a))

    National pharmacopoeias

  2. ((b))

    ICH harmonization efforts

  3. ((c))

    Mutual recognition agreements 

  4. ((d))

    Traditional medicine registries

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

National pharmacopoeias

37

Under the Pharmacy Act 1948, who constitutes the State Pharmacy Council?

  1. ((a))

    Representatives from medical colleges

  2. ((b))

    Elected pharmacists and government nominees

  3. ((c))

    Only government officials

  4. ((d))

    Members appointed by the Central Council 

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Answer: ((a))

Representatives from medical colleges

38

Which indicator is ideal for titrating acetic acid (weak acid) with sodium hydroxide (strong base)?

  1. ((a))

    Methyl red

  2. ((b))

    Phenolphthalein

  3. ((c))

    Bromophenol blue

  4. ((d))

    Litmus

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Methyl red

39

Cell death which is caused by tissue injury is known as: 

  1. ((a))

    Phagocytosis

  2. ((b))

    Necrosis

  3. ((c))

    Apoptosis

  4. ((d))

    Pinocytosis

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Answer: ((a))

Phagocytosis

40

Which agency oversees pharmacovigilance in India?

  1. ((a))

    Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO)

  2. ((b))

    World Health Organization (WHO)

  3. ((c))

    European Medicines Agency (EMA)

  4. ((d))

    Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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Answer: ((a))

Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO)

41

Serotonin syndrome is most likely caused by combining Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors with:

  1. ((a))

    Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

  2. ((b))

    Beta-blockers

  3. ((c))

    Monoamine oxidase inhibitors

  4. ((d))

    Diuretics

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Answer: ((a))

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

42

Cidofovir is primarily used to treat:

  1. ((a))

    Influenza A

  2. ((b))

    Hepatitis C

  3. ((c))

    Herpes simplex virus infections

  4. ((d))

    Cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis 

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Answer: ((a))

Influenza A

43

 The purpose of carrying out distillation under reduced pressure is to: 

  1. ((a))

    enhance the boiling point of mixtures 

  2. ((b))

    separate of azeotropes and liquids of similar volatility

  3. ((c))

    avoid thermal degradation of molecules

  4. ((d))

    enhance the efficacy of the distillation process

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Answer: ((a))

enhance the boiling point of mixtures 

44

What is the main purpose of consuming functional foods?

  1. ((a))

    To enhance flavour in meals

  2. ((b))

    To replace regular medicines

  3. ((c))

    To gain weight quickly 

  4. ((d))

    To support specific body functions and prevent diseases

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Answer: ((a))

To enhance flavour in meals

45

Which of the following is/are used to make a homogeneously dispersed aerosol preparation?

  1. ((a))

    Surfactants 

  2. ((b))

    Detergents

  3. ((c))

    Glidant

  4. ((d))

    Binder 

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Answer: ((a))

Surfactants 

46

How is bioequivalence statistically evaluated? 

  1. ((a))

    Chi-square test

  2. ((b))

    Analysis of variance (ANOVA)

  3. ((c))

    Pearson correlation

  4. ((d))

    Kaplan-Meier analysis 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Chi-square test

47

According to quality guidelines, Q2 signifies: 

  1. ((a))

    pharmaceutical quality system

  2. ((b))

    stability

  3. ((c))

    good manufacturing practice

  4. ((d))

    analytical validation 

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Answer: ((a))

pharmaceutical quality system

48

Which of the following is an anti-hyperlipidemic drug?

  1. ((a))

    Lovastatin 

  2. ((b))

    Rivaroxaban

  3. ((c))

    Ticagrelor 

  4. ((d))

    Tirofiban

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Answer: ((a))

Lovastatin 

49

Acid-base catalysis involves: 

  1. ((a))

    Use of metal ions as catalysts

  2. ((b))

    Formation of a covalent bond with the substrate

  3. ((c))

    Transfer of electrons between reactants

  4. ((d))

    Donation/acceptance of protons by the catalyst

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Answer: ((a))

Use of metal ions as catalysts

50

Which of the following is an example of fibrous joints? 

  1. ((a))

    Syndesmoses

  2. ((b))

    Symphysis

  3. ((c))

    Synchondrosis

  4. ((d))

    Labrum

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Answer: ((a))

Syndesmoses

51

What does GACP stand for in the context of pharmaceutical and herbal product development?

  1. ((a))

    General Agricultural and Cultivation Policy

  2. ((b))

     Global Association for Clinical Pharmacy

  3. ((c))

    Good Agricultural and Collection Practice 

  4. ((d))

    Good Analytical and Clinical Practices

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Answer: ((a))

General Agricultural and Cultivation Policy

52

Validation of chemical sterilisation cycles includes measuring:

  1. ((a))

    pH of the solution

  2. ((b))

    temperature only

  3. ((c))

    colour change indicators

  4. ((d))

    contact time and concentration

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Answer: ((a))

pH of the solution

53

Phase 2 of equipment validation refers to:

  1. ((a))

    design qualification

  2. ((b))

    process validation phase 

  3. ((c))

    pre-validation phase

  4. ((d))

    validation maintenance phase 

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Answer: ((a))

design qualification

54

Which structure prevents the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus?

  1. ((a))

    Lower esophageal sphincter

  2. ((b))

    Pyloric sphincter

  3. ((c))

    Ileocecal valve 

  4. ((d))

    Sphincter of Oddi 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Lower esophageal sphincter

55

 Which branch of pharmacology studies "what the drug does to the body"? 

  1. ((a))

    Pharmacodynamics

  2. ((b))

    Pharmacovigilance

  3. ((c))

    Pharmacotherapeutics

  4. ((d))

    Pharmacokinetics

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Answer: ((a))

Pharmacodynamics

56

The final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain is :

  1. ((a))

    Cytochrome c 

  2. ((b))

    Oxygen

  3. ((c))

    ATP synthase

  4. ((d))

    Coenzyme Q

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Cytochrome c 

57

Characteristics of consumer behaviour is a process where consumer decides whether:

  1. ((a))

    what to advertise

  2. ((b))

    what to endorse

  3. ((c))

    what to sell

  4. ((d))

    what to buy

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Answer: ((a))

what to advertise

58

Glassware and metal ware can be sterilised through:

  1. ((a))

    chemical sterilisation

  2. ((b))

    gaseous sterilisation

  3. ((c))

    disinfection

  4. ((d))

    dry heat sterilisation

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Answer: ((a))

chemical sterilisation

59

Cartilaginous framework of external nose is made up of:

  1. ((a))

    Superior nasal concha

  2. ((b))

    Conchae bone

  3. ((c))

    Cricoid cartilage

  4. ((d))

    Hyaline cartilage 

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Answer: ((a))

Superior nasal concha

60

Which of the following is a plasma volume expander?

  1. ((a))

    Human Albumin

  2. ((b))

    Heparins

  3. ((c))

    Vitamin K

  4. ((d))

    Apixaban

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Answer: ((a))

Human Albumin

61

Prazosin is a:

  1. ((a))

    β1-selective blocker

  2. ((b))

    α1-selective blocker 

  3. ((c))

    β2 agonist

  4. ((d))

     Non-selective α-blocker

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Answer: ((a))

β1-selective blocker

62

 Which of the following best describes a free radical?

  1. ((a))

    A stable molecule with paired electrons. 

  2. ((b))

    A compound that always benefits the body. 

  3. ((c))

    An unstable molecule with unpaired electrons. 

  4. ((d))

    A molecule that only exists in vitamins. 

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Answer: ((a))

A stable molecule with paired electrons. 

63

 A single antibody molecule comprises of _______ polypeptide chains. 

  1. ((a))

    three

  2. ((b))

    two

  3. ((c))

    six

  4. ((d))

    four

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Answer: ((a))

three

64

The study of the poisonous effect of drugs is known as:

  1. ((a))

    Toxicology

  2. ((b))

    Pharmacy

  3. ((c))

    Pharmacotherapeutics

  4. ((d))

    Clinical pharmacology

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Answer: ((a))

Toxicology

65

Which of the following is an example of absorption interaction?

  1. ((a))

    Tetracycline - Milk

  2. ((b))

    Folic acid - Phenytoin

  3. ((c))

    Corticosteroids - Barbiturates 

  4. ((d))

    PAS - Probenecid

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Answer: ((a))

Tetracycline - Milk

66

Which channel strategy maximizes profitability for high-margin speciality drugs?

  1. ((a))

    Discounted online platforms

  2. ((b))

    Mass-market retail 

  3. ((c))

    Third-party distributors

  4. ((d))

    Direct-to-hospital sales

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Answer: ((a))

Discounted online platforms

67

Identify, which of the following is not a liquid dosage form?

  1. ((a))

    Enemas

  2. ((b))

    Tablet

  3. ((c))

    Nasal drops

  4. ((d))

    Ear drops

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Answer: ((a))

Enemas

68

In an exothermic reaction, enthalpy is:

  1. ((a))

    both negative and positive

  2. ((b))

    only negative

  3. ((c))

    only positive

  4. ((d))

    zero

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Answer: ((a))

both negative and positive

69

The volume capacity of a size 1 hard capsule is approximately: 

  1. ((a))

    1.5 mL

  2. ((b))

    1.0 mL

  3. ((c))

    0.7 mL

  4. ((d))

    0.5 mL

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Answer: ((a))

1.5 mL

70

Orally administered osmotic pump is an example of: 

  1. ((a))

    an immediate release drug delivery system

  2. ((b))

    a controlled drug delivery system

  3. ((c))

    a prolonged release drug delivery system

  4. ((d))

    a delayed release drug delivery system

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Answer: ((a))

an immediate release drug delivery system

71

Which disorder is characterised by autoimmune demyelination of CNS neurons?

  1. ((a))

    Huntington’s disease

  2. ((b))

    Meningitis

  3. ((c))

    Epilepsy

  4. ((d))

    Multiple sclerosis

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Answer: ((a))

Huntington’s disease

72

Which of the following governing bodies is constituted every five years by the Central Government?

  1. ((a))

    State pharmacy council

  2. ((b))

    Drug inspector

  3. ((c))

    Pharmacy council of India

  4. ((d))

    State tribunals

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Answer: ((a))

State pharmacy council

73

Ethylene oxide gas sterilisation requires:

  1. ((a))

    Immediate use post-sterilisation

  2. ((b))

    Direct sunlight exposure

  3. ((c))

    No aeration period

  4. ((d))

    High humidity and sealed chambers 

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Answer: ((a))

Immediate use post-sterilisation

74

Anticholinesterase are is commonly used as:

  1. ((a))

    Agricultural and household insecticide

  2. ((b))

    Agricultural fertilizer

  3. ((c))

    Fungicide

  4. ((d))

    Industrial pesticide

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Answer: ((a))

Agricultural and household insecticide

75

Glutaraldehyde is used as a/an:

  1. ((a))

    fungicide

  2. ((b))

    antiseptic

  3. ((c))

    surface disinfectant 

  4. ((d))

    antibiotic

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Answer: ((a))

fungicide

76

Interferon-α produced via rDNA technology is primarily used to treat

  1. ((a))

    Diabetes mellitus

  2. ((b))

    Chronic hepatitis C

  3. ((c))

    Asthma

  4. ((d))

    Hypertension

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Answer: ((a))

Diabetes mellitus

77

What is the optical device used to draw images from a microscope called?

  1. ((a))

    Camera lucida

  2. ((b))

    Stage micrometer

  3. ((c))

    Scanning electron microscope

  4. ((d))

     Optical microscope

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Answer: ((a))

Camera lucida

78

The most common type of kidney stone is composed of:

  1. ((a))

    Cystine

  2. ((b))

    Struvite

  3. ((c))

    Uric acid

  4. ((d))

    Calcium oxalate

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Answer: ((a))

Cystine

79

ASUDTAB stands for:

  1. ((a))

    Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani Drugs Technical Advisory Board

  2. ((b))

    Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani Drugs Advisory Board 

  3. ((c))

    Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani Drugs Technical Adjuvant Board

  4. ((d))

    Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani Drugs Technical Advisory Committee

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Answer: ((a))

Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani Drugs Technical Advisory Board

80

In determining the absolute bioavailability, systemic availability of a drug administered orally is determined by comparing it with:

  1. ((a))

    sublingual administration

  2. ((b))

    intramuscular administration

  3. ((c))

    rectal administration

  4. ((d))

    intravenous administration

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Answer: ((a))

sublingual administration

81

What quantitative tool evaluates the success of a new drug launch?

  1. ((a))

    Customer testimonials

  2. ((b))

    Focus group feedback

  3. ((c))

    Brand association studies

  4. ((d))

    Sales growth percentage

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Answer: ((a))

Customer testimonials

82

Which of the following is incorrect statement in relation to adverse drug reaction?

  1. ((a))

    Type B reactions occurs due to pharmacologically known reaction of drug. 

  2. ((b))

    Type A reactions are also termed as predictable reaction

  3. ((c))

    Type B is a known and dose related reaction

  4. ((d))

    Type A reaction is patient dependent reaction

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Answer: ((a))

Type B reactions occurs due to pharmacologically known reaction of drug. 

83

How does the inspiratory flow rate affect drug deposition in dry powder inhalers?

  1. ((a))

    Higher flow rates decrease fine particle fraction

  2. ((b))

    Flow rate has no impact

  3. ((c))

    Higher flow rates enhance deep lung deposition 

  4. ((d))

    Lower flow rates improve lung deposition

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Answer: ((a))

Higher flow rates decrease fine particle fraction

84

Which interaction reduces the efficacy of boric acid?

  1. ((a))

    Mixing with alkaline solutions

  2. ((b))

    Exposure to sunlight

  3. ((c))

    Combination with antibiotics

  4. ((d))

    Storage at high temperatures

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Answer: ((a))

Mixing with alkaline solutions

85

Coronoray angioplasty is treatment done in the case of:

  1. ((a))

    Edema

  2. ((b))

    Arrythmia 

  3. ((c))

    Myocardial infarction

  4. ((d))

    Angina Pectoris

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Answer: ((a))

Edema

86

A combination of Aspirin and Paracetamol is said to have:

  1. ((a))

    Antagonist effect

  2. ((b))

    Additive drug combinations

  3. ((c))

    Supraadditive drug combinations

  4. ((d))

    Functional antagonism

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Answer: ((a))

Antagonist effect

87

Child proof packing must meet the performance specifications outlined in:

  1. ((a))

    CFR

  2. ((b))

    Quality standards

  3. ((c))

    Schedules

  4. ((d))

    GMP

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Answer: ((a))

CFR

88

Meiosis results in ________ number of cells are formed.

  1. ((a))

    32

  2. ((b))

    2

  3. ((c))

    4

  4. ((d))

    16

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Answer: ((a))

32

89

Flocculation in colloidal suspensions refers to:

  1. ((a))

    Irreversible particle coalescence

  2. ((b))

    Uniform particle distribution

  3. ((c))

    Reversible aggregation of particles

  4. ((d))

    Complete dissolution of particles

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Answer: ((a))

Irreversible particle coalescence

90

 Which material is preferred for parenteral drug packaging due to chemical inertness?

  1. ((a))

    Borosilicate glass

  2. ((b))

    Polyethylene

  3. ((c))

    Polyvinyl chloride 

  4. ((d))

    Aluminium foil 

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Answer: ((a))

Borosilicate glass

91

What is the full form of MFR?

  1. ((a))

    Main Formula Register

  2. ((b))

    Master Formula Record

  3. ((c))

    Manufacturing Formula Record

  4. ((d))

    Master Formula Register

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Answer: ((a))

Main Formula Register

92

What type of reaction occurs when alkanes react with oxygen?

  1. ((a))

    Elimination

  2. ((b))

    Combustion

  3. ((c))

    Addition

  4. ((d))

    Substitution

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Answer: ((a))

Elimination

93

Which of the following components in functional foods helps improve digestive health?

  1. ((a))

    Artificial sweeteners

  2. ((b))

    Preservatives

  3. ((c))

    Probiotics 

  4. ((d))

    Antioxidants

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Answer: ((a))

Artificial sweeteners

94

Feedback inhibition is also termed as:

  1. ((a))

    compartmentation

  2. ((b))

    latent enzyme activation

  3. ((c))

    initial product inhibition

  4. ((d))

    end product inhibition

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Answer: ((a))

compartmentation

95

Hydrogen peroxide vapour sterilisation differs from ethylene oxide in that it: 

  1. ((a))

    Leaves no toxic residues

  2. ((b))

    Cannot sterilise implants

  3. ((c))

    Requires higher temperatures

  4. ((d))

    Is non-flammable 

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Answer: ((a))

Leaves no toxic residues

96

Which of the following is a Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitors?

  1. ((a))

    Acetazolamide

  2. ((b))

    Furosemide 

  3. ((c))

    Torsemide

  4. ((d))

    Telmisartan

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Answer: ((a))

Acetazolamide

97

Quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs) are: 

  1. ((a))

    Phenolic derivatives 

  2. ((b))

    Biguanides

  3. ((c))

    Cationic surfactants

  4. ((d))

    Anionic surfactants

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Answer: ((a))

Phenolic derivatives 

98

Sympathetic stimulation of the bladder causes:

  1. ((a))

    Detrusor contraction and internal sphincter relaxation

  2. ((b))

    Detrusor relaxation and internal sphincter contraction

  3. ((c))

    Increased urine production

  4. ((d))

    External sphincter relaxation

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Answer: ((a))

Detrusor contraction and internal sphincter relaxation

99

Non-competitive antagonism differs from competitive antagonism by:

  1. ((a))

    Reduced maximal response even at high agonist doses

  2. ((b))

    Dose-dependent reversal

  3. ((c))

    Reversible receptor binding

  4. ((d))

    Acting on the same receptor site

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Answer: ((a))

Reduced maximal response even at high agonist doses

100

 Which of the following is based on highly specific biological interactions between two molecules?

  1. ((a))

    HPLC

  2. ((b))

    Gel electrophoresis

  3. ((c))

    Gas chromatography

  4. ((d))

    Affinity chromatography

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Answer: ((a))

HPLC

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