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RRB Pharmacist Official Paper (Held On: 28 Apr, 2025 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

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General Ability (30 questions)

1

If the lateral surface area of ​​a cylinder is 336.4 cm2 and its height is 23 cm, find its volume.

(Use π = 3.14 and round to two decimal places)

  1. ((a))

    372.99 cm3

  2. ((b))

    391.74 cm3

  3. ((c))

    370.76 cm3

  4. ((d))

    384.33 cm3

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Answer: ((a))

372.99 cm3

2

Rohan starts from point A and drives 4 km towards the east. He then turns right, drives 3 km, turns left and drives 6 km. He then turns left and drives 3 km. He finally turns right, drives 3 km and stops at point P. How far (the shortest distance) and in which direction should he drive to reach point P again? (Unless specified, all turns are 90 degree turns only).

  1. ((a))

    13 km towards west

  2. ((b))

    3 km towards North

  3. ((c))

    7 km towards South

  4. ((d))

    13 km towards East

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Answer: ((a))

13 km towards west

3

The image formed by a convex mirror is always ______.

  1. ((a))

    inverted and the same size as the object

  2. ((b))

    erect and small

  3. ((c))

    inverted and small

  4. ((d))

    erect and the same size as the object

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Answer: ((a))

inverted and the same size as the object

4

In the following number pairs, the second number is obtained by applying some mathematical operations to the first number. Select the pair in which the numbers are related in the same way as the numbers in the following pairs.

(Note: Operations must be performed on whole numbers, without breaking the number into its component digits. For example, take 13 - operations on 13, such as adding/subtracting/multiplying by 13, etc., can only be performed on 13. Breaking 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not permitted.)

59, 71.6

86, 98.6

  1. ((a))

    92, 106.6

  2. ((b))

    41, 63.6

  3. ((c))

    77, 91.6

  4. ((d))

    65, 77.6

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Answer: ((a))

92, 106.6

5

Tarun and Varun travel from city A to city B at the speed of 57 km/h and 60 km/h respectively. If Varun reaches city B 33 minutes before Tarun, then find the distance between city A and city B.

  1. ((a))

    625 km

  2. ((b))

    619 km

  3. ((c))

    627 km

  4. ((d))

    633 km

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Answer: ((a))

625 km

6

Which of the following glands secretes growth hormone?

  1. ((a))

    Testes

  2. ((b))

    Pituitary gland

  3. ((c))

    Ovaries

  4. ((d))

    Thyroid gland

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Answer: ((a))

Testes

7

Which of the following letter-number clusters will replace the question mark (?) in the given series to make it logically complete?

ACT123, IKB110, QSJ97, YAR84, ?

  1. ((a))

    GIZ71

  2. ((b))

    GOZ71

  3. ((c))

    GIM71

  4. ((d))

    LIZ71

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Answer: ((a))

GIZ71

8

4 men and 6 women can complete a task in 8 days, while 3 men and 7 women can complete the same task in 10. In how many days will 16 women complete the same task?

  1. ((a))

    36

  2. ((b))

    16

  3. ((c))

    40

  4. ((d))

    25

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Answer: ((a))

36

9

Which committee’s recommendations have long been influential in defining the poverty line in India using the consumption expenditure approach?

  1. ((a))

    Sachar Committee

  2. ((b))

    Tendulkar Committee

  3. ((c))

    Balakrishnan Committee

  4. ((d))

    Rangarajan Committee

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Answer: ((a))

Sachar Committee

10

Under the revised Interest Subvention Scheme for the Kisan Credit Card (KCC) announced in the Union Budget 2025, what has the credit limit been increased to?

  1. ((a))

    ₹1 lakh

  2. ((b))

    ₹5 lakh

  3. ((c))

    ₹3 lakh

  4. ((d))

    ₹2 lakh

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Answer: ((a))

₹1 lakh

11

Why are coordinated efforts from all levels of government necessary for sustainable development?

  1. ((a))

    This delays the implementation of sustainable practices.

  2. ((b))

    It facilitates the privatization of environmental resources.

  3. ((c))

    This ensures that only economic issues are addressed.

  4. ((d))

    It helps integrate socio-economic development with environmental sustainability.

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Answer: ((a))

This delays the implementation of sustainable practices.

12

Consider the following statements regarding the activity series of metals. Which of these statements are correct?

Statement I: A red coloured layer gradually forms on a piece of iron kept in copper sulphate solution.

Statement II: Copper is more reactive than iron and replaces iron in solution.

  1. ((a))

    Only statement 1 is true

  2. ((b))

    Only statement 2 is true

  3. ((c))

    Both statements are true

  4. ((d))

    both statements are false

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Answer: ((a))

Only statement 1 is true

13

Which of the following options describes the enforceability of Directive Principles of State Policy in India?

  1. ((a))

    These are binding on the legislature and the executive and provide for penalties for non-compliance.

  2. ((b))

    These fundamental rights can only be enforced by the Supreme Court if they are violated.

  3. ((c))

    These are enforceable like fundamental rights and can be challenged directly in the courts.

  4. ((d))

    These are non-justiciable guidelines and cannot be enforced by the courts.

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Answer: ((a))

These are binding on the legislature and the executive and provide for penalties for non-compliance.

14

Select the correct pairing between a Himalayan division and a notable geographical feature associated with it:

  1. ((a))

    Lesser Himalayas – Mount Everest

  2. ((b))

    Valleys located between the Lesser Himalayas and the Outer Himalayas – Duns

  3. ((c))

    Valleys located between the Greater Himalayas and the Lesser Himalayas – Duns

  4. ((d))

    Lesser Himalayas – Bara Lacha-La

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Answer: ((a))

Lesser Himalayas – Mount Everest

15

Why do the hydrophobic tails of soap molecules stay inside the micelles?

  1. ((a))

    They dissolve completely in water. 

  2. ((b))

    They are strongly attracted to water.

  3. ((c))

    They form chemical bonds with water.

  4. ((d))

    They are repelled by water

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Answer: ((a))

They dissolve completely in water. 

16

The focus of a spherical mirror is at a distance of 18 cm from the pole of the mirror. What is the position of the centre of curvature from the pole of the mirror (in cm)?

  1. ((a))

    27 cm

  2. ((b))

    36 cm

  3. ((c))

    40 cm

  4. ((d))

    9 cm

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Answer: ((a))

27 cm

17

Under which Article of the Indian Constitution does the Supreme Court of India have the fundamental power to adjudicate disputes between the Government of India and one or more States, or between several States?

  1. ((a))

    Article 136

  2. ((b))

    Article 131

  3. ((c))

    Article 132

  4. ((d))

    Article 226

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Answer: ((a))

Article 136

18

The construction of the famous Alahi Darwaza, also known as Alai Darwaza, is associated with which ruler?

  1. ((a))

    Firoz Shah Tughlaq

  2. ((b))

    Jalaluddin Khilji

  3. ((c))

    Alauddin Khilji

  4. ((d))

    Mohammad bin Tughlaq

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Answer: ((a))

Firoz Shah Tughlaq

19

The value of (58)×(2425)+(95−4)\left(\frac{5}{8}\right)\times \left(\frac{24}{25}\right)+\left(\frac{9}{5}-4\right) is

  1. ((a))

    −85-\frac{8}{5}

  2. ((b))

    14\frac{1}{4}

  3. ((c))

    −23-\frac{2}{3}

  4. ((d))

    −67-\frac{6}{7}

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Answer: ((a))

−85-\frac{8}{5}

20

What should come in place of the question mark (?) in the given series based on the English alphabetical order?

WIB UFX SCT QZP ?

  1. ((a))

    MUM

  2. ((b))

    OWL

  3. ((c))

    NYK

  4. ((d))

    NVJ

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Answer: ((a))

MUM

21

Which of the following factor is NOT responsible for the survival of species over time?

  1. ((a))

    Habitat availability

  2. ((b))

    Astrological Signs

  3. ((c))

    Variation

  4. ((d))

    Reproduction 

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Answer: ((a))

Habitat availability

22

A man receives a salary of ₹8680 per month. He saves 65% of his salary each month. Find his monthly expenditure.

  1. ((a))

    ₹2995

  2. ((b))

    ₹3043

  3. ((c))

    ₹2959

  4. ((d))

    ₹3038

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Answer: ((a))

₹2995

23

Which key feature of Thomson’s Atomic Model helped explain the electrical neutrality of an atom?

  1. ((a))

    The nucleus contained both, protons and neutrons

  2. ((b))

    The positive charge was concentrated in the centre. 

  3. ((c))

    The positive and negative charges are equal in magnitude. 

  4. ((d))

    Electrons revolved around the nucleus in fixed orbits. 

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Answer: ((a))

The nucleus contained both, protons and neutrons

24

Which of the following is NOT correct regarding connective tissue? 

  1. ((a))

    Ligaments connect bone to bone 

  2. ((b))

    Fat storing adipose tissue is found above the skin

  3. ((c))

    Areolar connective tissue is found between the skin and muscle

  4. ((d))

    Tendons connect muscle to bone

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Answer: ((a))

Ligaments connect bone to bone 

25

Which scheme will provide health benefits to gig workers registered on the e-Shram portal in 2025?

  1. ((a))

    Atal Pension Yojana (APY)

  2. ((b))

    Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)

  3. ((c))

    Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  4. ((d))

    Ayushman Bharat PM Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY)

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Answer: ((a))

Atal Pension Yojana (APY)

26

Each of L, M, N, O, W, X, and Y has an exam on a different day of the same week, starting from Monday and ending on Sunday. Only Y’s exam is scheduled before X’s exam. There are exactly three persons whose exams are scheduled between M and X. Exactly three persons whose exams are scheduled between L and O. W has his exam one of the days before O and one of the days after N. How many persons have their exam after L?

  1. ((a))

    Three

  2. ((b))

    Two

  3. ((c))

    Four

  4. ((d))

    One

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Answer: ((a))

Three

27

What will be the direction of the force based on the direction of current and magnetic field as shown in the figure?

  1. ((a))

    To the right

  2. ((b))

    Into the page

  3. ((c))

    To the left

  4. ((d))

    Out of the page

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Answer: ((a))

To the right

28

Which Indian film won the Best Film award at the Asian Film Awards 2025?

  1. ((a))

    The Disciple

  2. ((b))

    All We Imagine As Light

  3. ((c))

    Gully Boy

  4. ((d))

    The White Tiger

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Answer: ((a))

The Disciple

29

Which of the following statements is correct about the nucleus?

  1. ((a))

    Nucleus has a single layer covering

  2. ((b))

    The nucleus contains mitochondria 

  3. ((c))

    Nuclear membrane has pores 

  4. ((d))

    The nucleus contains chloroplast

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Answer: ((a))

Nucleus has a single layer covering

30

In 1908, who was the intended target of the bomb thrown at a carriage by Khudiram Bose and Prafulla Chaki?

  1. ((a))

    Governor-General Lord Curzon

  2. ((b))

    Magistrate Douglas Kingsford

  3. ((c))

    Lord Ripon

  4. ((d))

    Viceroy Lord Hardinge

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Answer: ((a))

Governor-General Lord Curzon

Professional Ability (70 questions)

31

Identify the type of centrifuge that can be used to separate two immiscible liquids, from the given options.

  1. ((a))

    Super centrifuge

  2. ((b))

    Non-perforated basket centrifuge

  3. ((c))

    Continuous horizontal centrifuge

  4. ((d))

    Perforated basket centrifuge

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Answer: ((a))

Super centrifuge

32

The physical method of evaluation of unprocessed drugs is ______.

  1. ((a))

    Size

  2. ((b))

    Colour

  3. ((c))

    Refractive index

  4. ((d))

    Odour 

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Answer: ((a))

Size

33

Which of the following gases is used for gaseous sterilisation?

  1. ((a))

    Ethylene oxide

  2. ((b))

    Nitrogen oxide

  3. ((c))

    Hydrogen sulphide

  4. ((d))

    Nitrogen

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Answer: ((a))

Ethylene oxide

34

A major disadvantage of gelatin capsules is: 

  1. ((a))

    Incompatibility with acidic drugs

  2. ((b))

     Patient-friendly administration

  3. ((c))

    High stability in humid conditions

  4. ((d))

    Cost-effective manufacturing

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Answer: ((a))

Incompatibility with acidic drugs

35

Genetical abnormal reactivity to a chemical is also known as: 

  1. ((a))

    Intolerance 

  2. ((b))

    Poisoning

  3. ((c))

    Idiosyncrasy

  4. ((d))

    Hypersensitivity

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Answer: ((a))

Intolerance 

36

The smallest standard hard capsule size is :

  1. ((a))

    Size 0

  2. ((b))

    Size 5

  3. ((c))

    Size 2

  4. ((d))

    Size 3

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Answer: ((a))

Size 0

37

Which of the following is an example of an allylamine antifungal?

  1. ((a))

    Terbinafine

  2. ((b))

    Fluconazole

  3. ((c))

    Caspofungin

  4. ((d))

    Amphotericin B

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Answer: ((a))

Terbinafine

38

Which drug is a direct-acting vasodilator?

  1. ((a))

    Metoprolol 

  2. ((b))

    Captopril

  3. ((c))

    Minoxidil

  4. ((d))

    Propranolo

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Answer: ((a))

Metoprolol 

39

Which statement violates the Drug and Magic Remedies Act?

  1. ((a))

    This drug is clinically proven

  2. ((b))

    Consult your doctor before use

  3. ((c))

    Cures cancer in 30 days. 

  4. ((d))

    Safe for all ages. 

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Answer: ((a))

This drug is clinically proven

40

 The term “standardization” in herbal drug quality control refers to:

  1. ((a))

    sterilization validation

  2. ((b))

    uniform particle size distribution 

  3. ((c))

    packaging specifications

  4. ((d))

    consistent levels of marker compounds 

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Answer: ((a))

sterilization validation

41

The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) measures:

  1. ((a))

    Lowest concentration to inhibit growth

  2. ((b))

    Lowest concentration to kill bacteria

  3. ((c))

    Highest concentration tolerated by humans

  4. ((d))

    Time required for sterilisation

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Answer: ((a))

Lowest concentration to inhibit growth

42

 Dipyridamole enhances anti-platelet effects by: 

  1. ((a))

    Activating plasminogen

  2. ((b))

    Directly inhibiting cyclooxygenase activity

  3. ((c))

    Inhibiting phosphodiesterase and adenosine uptake

  4. ((d))

    Antagonizing thromboxane receptors

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Answer: ((a))

Activating plasminogen

43

The straw-colored fluid that remains after the removal of the formed elements from the blood is called _____.

  1. ((a))

    RBC

  2. ((b))

    Plasma

  3. ((c))

    WBC

  4. ((d))

    Serum

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Answer: ((a))

RBC

44

Ksira paka is obtained by: 

  1. ((a))

    plant boiled in ethanol and decanted

  2. ((b))

    plant boiled in ethanol and filtered

  3. ((c))

    plant boiled in water and filtered

  4. ((d))

    plant boiled in milk and filtered

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Answer: ((a))

plant boiled in ethanol and decanted

45

What is the purpose of a 'bonded warehouse' associated with a bonded laboratory?

  1. ((a))

    Secure storage of proprietary medicine samples 

  2. ((b))

    Distribution center for finished products

  3. ((c))

    Waste disposal facility

  4. ((d))

    Storage of raw materials

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Answer: ((a))

Secure storage of proprietary medicine samples 

46

DNA ligase is used to:

  1. ((a))

    seal the cut down DNA fragments

  2. ((b))

    cut down DNA fragments

  3. ((c))

    bind with start codon

  4. ((d))

    start the replication process

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Answer: ((a))

seal the cut down DNA fragments

47

Which of the following is an example of MAO·B Inhibitors?

  1. ((a))

    Amantadine

  2. ((b))

    Selegiline

  3. ((c))

    Ropinirole

  4. ((d))

    Bromocriptine

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Answer: ((a))

Amantadine

48

Calculate the equivalent weight of H₂SO₄ (molar mass = 98 g/mol) in an acid-base reaction

  1. ((a))

    24.5 g/equiv

  2. ((b))

    196 g/equiv

  3. ((c))

    49 g/equiv

  4. ((d))

    100 g/equiv

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Answer: ((a))

24.5 g/equiv

49

How do regulatory requirements influence channel selection for controlled-substances?

  1. ((a))

    Allow unrestricted distributio

  2. ((b))

    Encourage online sales

  3. ((c))

    Mandate direct-to-consumer sales

  4. ((d))

    Restrict distribution to licensed pharmacies

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Answer: ((a))

Allow unrestricted distributio

50

 Large molecules like heparin and insulin can be easily made absorbable by the preparation of:

  1. ((a))

    suspension

  2. ((b))

    syrups

  3. ((c))

    lotions

  4. ((d))

    emulsion

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Answer: ((a))

suspension

51

Parabens act as preservatives by:

  1. ((a))

    Neutralising acids

  2. ((b))

    Disrupting microbial cell membranes

  3. ((c))

    Chelating metal ions

  4. ((d))

    Oxidising pathogens

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Answer: ((a))

Neutralising acids

52

Which of the following is a calcium channel blocker used in the treatment of antihypertensive drugs? 

  1. ((a))

    Methyldopa

  2. ((b))

    Labetalol

  3. ((c))

    Clonidine

  4. ((d))

    Amlodipine

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Answer: ((a))

Methyldopa

53

 Methyl polysiloxane can be classified as:

  1. ((a))

    Prokinetic drugs

  2. ((b))

    Antiemetics drugs

  3. ((c))

    Gallstone dissolving drugs

  4. ((d))

    Digestants

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Answer: ((a))

Prokinetic drugs

54

Which neurotransmitter acts on the detrusor muscle to initiate contraction?

  1. ((a))

    Dopamine

  2. ((b))

    Acetylcholine

  3. ((c))

    Serotonin

  4. ((d))

    Norepinephrine

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Answer: ((a))

Dopamine

55

Which of the following do not acts as antidepressants:

  1. ((a))

    Fiuoxetine

  2. ((b))

    Triflupromazine

  3. ((c))

    Fiuvoxamine

  4. ((d))

    Moclobemide

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Answer: ((a))

Fiuoxetine

56

Appetite stimulants can be also called as:

  1. ((a))

    Antianginal agent

  2. ((b))

    Mutagenic agent

  3. ((c))

    Orexigenic agent

  4. ((d))

    Cholinergic agent

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Answer: ((a))

Antianginal agent

57

Latin or English names of crude drugs are considered in which system of classification of drugs?

  1. ((a))

    Chemical classification

  2. ((b))

    Morphological classification

  3. ((c))

    Pharmacological classification

  4. ((d))

    Alphabetical classification

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Answer: ((a))

Chemical classification

58

Permethrin is______.

  1. ((a))

    Antipruritic

  2. ((b))

    Pyrethoid insecticide

  3. ((c))

    Pediculocide

  4. ((d))

    Fungicide

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Answer: ((a))

Antipruritic

59

Which benzodiazepine has a nitro group at the 7-position, contributing to its anticonvulsant activity?

  1. ((a))

    Nitrazepam

  2. ((b))

     Lorazepam

  3. ((c))

    Diazepam

  4. ((d))

    Clonazepam

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Answer: ((a))

Nitrazepam

60

Complex reactions are:

  1. ((a))

    single step reactions

  2. ((b))

    2-step reactions

  3. ((c))

    elementary reactions

  4. ((d))

    multistep reactions

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Answer: ((a))

single step reactions

61

As per GMP, which grade of clean area is used for formulation and filling of sterile drugs?

  1. ((a))

    Grade C

  2. ((b))

    Grade D

  3. ((c))

    Normal room conditions

  4. ((d))

    Grade A

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Answer: ((a))

Grade C

62

Which component of the enzyme is directly involved in substrate binding?

  1. ((a))

    Allosteric site

  2. ((b))

    Cofactor

  3. ((c))

    Active site

  4. ((d))

    Regulatory site

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Answer: ((a))

Allosteric site

63

Boxer's fracture is the fracture of :

  1. ((a))

    Metacarpel

  2. ((b))

    Pelvic Girdle

  3. ((c))

    Ilium

  4. ((d))

    Facial bones

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Answer: ((a))

Metacarpel

64

Which is an example of a dentifrice?

  1. ((a))

    Denture adhesive

  2. ((b))

    Dental floss 

  3. ((c))

    Mouthwash

  4. ((d))

    Toothpaste

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Answer: ((a))

Denture adhesive

65

 According to Huckel’s rule, an aromatic compound contains:

  1. ((a))

    N + π electrons

  2. ((b))

    4n + 3π electrons 

  3. ((c))

     4n + 2π electrons

  4. ((d))

    4n − 2π electrons

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Answer: ((a))

N + π electrons

66

An inert electrode is used in electrochemical cells when:

  1. ((a))

    the electrode material participates in the redox reaction

  2. ((b))

    the cell requires high voltage

  3. ((c))

    the electrode must conduct electrons without reacting

  4. ((d))

    the reaction involves gas evolution

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Answer: ((a))

the electrode material participates in the redox reaction

67

Which of the following is a parenteral anticoagulant?

  1. ((a))

    Dabigatran etexilate

  2. ((b))

    Warfarin sod. 

  3. ((c))

    Apixaban

  4. ((d))

    Low molecular weight heparins

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Dabigatran etexilate

68

Which of the following numbers is referred to as the largest sized capsule?

  1. ((a))

    0

  2. ((b))

    3

  3. ((c))

    4

  4. ((d))

    5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

0

69

The term 'precipitant drug' refers to:

  1. ((a))

    A drug requiring dose adjustment

  2. ((b))

    The drug causing the interaction

  3. ((c))

    The drug whose effect is altered

  4. ((d))

    A drug that precipitates out of solution

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

A drug requiring dose adjustment

70

Which of the following methods is NOT used for enzyme immobilisation?

  1. ((a))

    Covalent attachment

  2. ((b))

    Complexation

  3. ((c))

    Physical entrapment

  4. ((d))

    Non-covalent adsorption and deposition

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Answer: ((a))

Covalent attachment

71

Leprosy can be classified into:

  1. ((a))

    3 classes

  2. ((b))

    6 classes

  3. ((c))

    5 classes

  4. ((d))

    7 classes

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Answer: ((a))

3 classes

72

The chemical potential (μ) of a component in a system is defined as :

  1. ((a))

    The partial molar internal energy

  2. ((b))

    The partial molar entropy 

  3. ((c))

    The partial molar Gibbs free energy

  4. ((d))

    The partial molar enthalpy 

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Answer: ((a))

The partial molar internal energy

73

Cholestyramine reduces low-density lipoprotein cholesterol by:

  1. ((a))

    Binding bile acids in the gut

  2. ((b))

    Enhancing reverse cholesterol transport 

  3. ((c))

    Blocking cholesterol synthesis

  4. ((d))

    Inhibiting cholesterol absorption

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Binding bile acids in the gut

74

What is the separation and purification of different components in a liquid mixture known as? 

  1. ((a))

    Size separation

  2. ((b))

    Filteration

  3. ((c))

    Sublimation

  4. ((d))

    Distillation

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Size separation

75

Steam distillation is used to extract:

  1. ((a))

    Volatile oils from plant materials

  2. ((b))

    Non-volatile polymers 

  3. ((c))

    Insoluble solids 

  4. ((d))

    Inorganic salts

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Answer: ((a))

Volatile oils from plant materials

76

The primary mechanism in a fluid bed mixer is:

  1. ((a))

    Convection 

  2. ((b))

    Shear 

  3. ((c))

    Electrostatic attraction

  4. ((d))

    Diffusion

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Answer: ((a))

Convection 

77

Relative bioavailability compares:

  1. ((a))

    Two oral formulations of the same drug

  2. ((b))

    Two different routes of administration

  3. ((c))

    Plasma levels across species

  4. ((d))

    A drug’s absorption in fasting vs. fed states

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Answer: ((a))

Two oral formulations of the same drug

78

Which of the following is a harmful effect of free radicals in the human body?

  1. ((a))

    Promotes cell repair

  2. ((b))

    Causes oxidative damage to cells

  3. ((c))

    Improves digestion

  4. ((d))

    Enhances enzyme activity 

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Answer: ((a))

Promotes cell repair

79

What quantitative method helps optimize drug store inventory?

  1. ((a))

    SWOT analysis

  2. ((b))

    Brand equity mapping

  3. ((c))

    ABC classification

  4. ((d))

    Focus group feedback

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Answer: ((a))

SWOT analysis

80

Which of the following inhibitors competes with oxygen at the terminal oxidase?

  1. ((a))

    Cyanide

  2. ((b))

    Malonate

  3. ((c))

    Rotenone

  4. ((d))

    Amytal

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Answer: ((a))

Cyanide

81

7.045 can be rounded off as ________.

  1. ((a))

    7.04

  2. ((b))

    7.4

  3. ((c))

    7.5

  4. ((d))

    7.05

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Answer: ((a))

7.04

82

HMG-COA reductase inhibitors are also known as:

  1. ((a))

    Triglyceride synthesis inhibitor

  2. ((b))

    PPARa agonists: Fibrates

  3. ((c))

    Statins

  4. ((d))

    Bile acid sequestrants

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Answer: ((a))

Triglyceride synthesis inhibitor

83

What is the role of P-glycoprotein in drug absorption? 

  1. ((a))

    Facilitates uptake 

  2. ((b))

    Enhances absorption

  3. ((c))

    Acts as a receptor

  4. ((d))

    Mediates efflux

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Answer: ((a))

Facilitates uptake 

84

Metal ion indicators are used in:

  1. ((a))

    precipitation titration

  2. ((b))

    oxidation-reduction titration

  3. ((c))

    acid-base titration

  4. ((d))

    complexometric titration

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Answer: ((a))

precipitation titration

85

The name given to a drug by its manufacturer is its ______.

  1. ((a))

    Chemical name

  2. ((b))

    Non-proprietary name

  3. ((c))

    Proprietary name 

  4. ((d))

    Generic name

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Answer: ((a))

Chemical name

86

What is the purpose of the annealing step in a Polymerase Chain Reaction?

  1. ((a))

    To melt DNA strands

  2. ((b))

    To bind primers to template DNA

  3. ((c))

    To extend primers

  4. ((d))

    To terminate the reaction

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Answer: ((a))

To melt DNA strands

87

Hess's Law states that:

  1. ((a))

    enthalpy increases with temperature

  2. ((b))

    heat capacity determines reaction spontaneity

  3. ((c))

    the total enthalpy change depends only on initial and final states

  4. ((d))

    enthalpy is conserved in all reactions

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Answer: ((a))

enthalpy increases with temperature

88

Anaphylaxis is an example of:

  1. ((a))

    type I hypersensitivity

  2. ((b))

    type IV hypersensitivity

  3. ((c))

    type III hypersensitivity

  4. ((d))

    type II hypersensitivity

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Answer: ((a))

type I hypersensitivity

89

Strong turbulence during filtration can cause _______.

  1. ((a))

    Uniform distribution of cake

  2. ((b))

    Increased clarity of filtration

  3. ((c))

    Cake condensation and flow reduction

  4. ((d))

    Better particle collection

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Answer: ((a))

Uniform distribution of cake

90

A thin partition between left and right artery is known as

  1. ((a))

    Coronary sulcus

  2. ((b))

    Pectinate muscles

  3. ((c))

    Interatrial septum

  4. ((d))

    Sulci

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Answer: ((a))

Coronary sulcus

91

Chlorine-based disinfectants primarily act by:

  1. ((a))

    Disrupting membrane integrity

  2. ((b))

    Oxidising cell walls

  3. ((c))

    Inhibiting DNA replication

  4. ((d))

    Denaturing proteins

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Answer: ((a))

Disrupting membrane integrity

92

Who is responsible for approving the Installation Qualification (IQ) protocol?

  1. ((a))

    Production Manager

  2. ((b))

    Equipment salesman

  3. ((c))

    Quality Assurance (QA) Department

  4. ((d))

    Regulatory inspector

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Answer: ((a))

Production Manager

93

Which enzyme system is most commonly involved in drug metabolism interactions?

  1. ((a))

    Alcohol dehydrogenase

  2. ((b))

    UDP-glucuronosyltransferase

  3. ((c))

    Monoamine oxidase 

  4. ((d))

    Cytochrome P450 

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Answer: ((a))

Alcohol dehydrogenase

94

Radio immunoassays can be done using:

  1. ((a))

    enzyme antibodies

  2. ((b))

    radioactive ions

  3. ((c))

    lable

  4. ((d))

    radioactive antibodies

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Answer: ((a))

enzyme antibodies

95

Artificial sweeteners like saccharin are used in monophasic liquids to:

  1. ((a))

    Prevent oxidation

  2. ((b))

    Enhance antimicrobial activity

  3. ((c))

    Improve taste without calories

  4. ((d))

    Stabilise pH

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Answer: ((a))

Prevent oxidation

96

The formation of microencapsulation technique using coacervation phase separation technique is a _______.

  1. ((a))

    two-step process

  2. ((b))

    single-step process 

  3. ((c))

    five-step process

  4. ((d))

    three-step process

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Answer: ((a))

two-step process

97

 Which of the following is an example of an azole antifungal?

  1. ((a))

    Terbinafine

  2. ((b))

    Amphotericin B

  3. ((c))

    Caspofungin

  4. ((d))

    Fluconazole

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Answer: ((a))

Terbinafine

98

Aspirin exerts its anti-platelet effect by: 

  1. ((a))

    Blocking P2Y12 receptors

  2. ((b))

    Activating plasminogen

  3. ((c))

    Irreversibly inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX)

  4. ((d))

    Inhibiting phosphodiesterase

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Answer: ((a))

Blocking P2Y12 receptors

99

Which drug is used as an appetite stimulant in cancer cachexia?

  1. ((a))

    Megestrol acetate

  2. ((b))

    Topiramate

  3. ((c))

    Lorcaserin

  4. ((d))

    Phentermine

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Answer: ((a))

Megestrol acetate

100

The first pure alkaloid isolated from a natural source was :

  1. ((a))

    Morphine

  2. ((b))

    Quinine

  3. ((c))

    Cocaine

  4. ((d))

    Atropine 

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Answer: ((a))

Morphine

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