Drugs Inspector (Ayurveda) – Kerala Drugs Control
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Question Paper Code: 7/2023/OL
Category Code: 290/2021
Exam: Drugs Inspector (Ayurveda)
Date of Test 11-01-2023
Department Kerala Drugs Control
Alphacode A
Question1:-‘Taile anukte’ which Taila is indicated?
A:-Sarshapa Taila
B:-Tila Taila
C:-Eranda Taila
D:-Nariyala Taila
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question2:-Shelf life of Avaleha Kalpana as per Drugs and Cosmetics Act gazette notification 2016 is
A:-One year
B:-Two year
C:-Three year
D:-Five year
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question3:-Dose of Aushadhi prescribed for one month child?
A:-1 Ratti
B:-2 Ratti
C:-1/2 Ratti
D:-3 Ratti
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question4:-According to Acharya Charaka at which time Aushadha is to be taken inUdanavayu Vikara
A:-Before food
B:-After food
C:-Morning food
D:-Evening after food
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question5:-According to Acharya, Sharangadhara which season is mentioned for collection for all purpose
A:-Summer
B:-Winter
C:-Sharad
D:-Rainy
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question6:-According to Siddhabheshaja Manimala Quantity of Sharkara in Vanapsa Sharkara is
A:-Equal
B:-Two times
C:-Three times
D:-Four times
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question7:-Which among the following is Smallest size of Capsule?
A:-5
B:-1
C:-00
D:-000
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question8:-In which Samhita the word “Vishoshi Paka: is mentioned?
A:-Sushrutha Samhita
B:-Charakara Samhita
C:-Bhela samhita
D:-Harita samhita
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question9:-According to Rasatarangini proportion of Saindhava Lavana in comparision to Arkapatra in the preparation of Arka Lavana is
A:-Equal
B:-Half
C:-Double
D:-Four
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question10:-According to Yoga Ratnakar, proportion of water to be added in the preparation of Laksha Rasa
A:-6
B:-8
C:-16
D:-32
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question11:-In which Kalpa “Mridukaroti Srotansi” described?
A:-Manda
B:-Peya
C:-Vilepi
D:-Yavagu
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question12:-According to Acharya Charaka types of Takra is
A:-3
B:-4
C:-5
D:-2
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question13:-Which instrument is used for preparation of Kwatha churna?
A:-Pulverizer
B:-Disintegrator
C:-Granulator
D:-End Runner
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question14:-Granulator machine is required for ____________ Kalpana
A:-Churna
B:-Kwath Chruna
C:-Vati
D:-Guggulu
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question15:-According to Sharangadhara Samhita proportion of water used for Bhakta Kalpana
A:-4 times
B:-8 times
C:-14 times
D:-16 times
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question16:-According to Acharya Sushruta how many types of Netra Kalpana are there?
A:-3
B:-5
C:-7
D:-4
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question17:-Which Kalpana is useful for Shiroroga?
A:-Tarpana
B:-Anjana
C:-Nasya
D:-Kavala
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question18:-Length of Varnadhupanartha Varna netra?
A:-6 Angula
B:-8 Angula
C:-10 Angula
D:-12 Angula
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question19:-For which part of body Pratisarana is used?
A:-Eye
B:-Ear
C:-Nose
D:-Mouth
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question20:-Ratio : of Madhu and Taila in Madhutailika Basti?
A:-Equal
B:-Two times
C:-Three times
D:-Four times
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question21:-What is Maximum packing size of Mritasanjeevani Sura under rule 161 of drugs cosmetic rules 1945?
A:-15 ml
B:-30 ml
C:-60 ml
D:-100 ml
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question22:-Minimum area requirement for an applicant companies only to have GMP of Rasaushadhies of ASU medicines as per D & C Act 1940 is
A:-1000 sq ft.
B:-1200 sq ft.
C:-1500 sq ft.
D:-2000 sq ft.
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question23:-In which Kalpana ‘Spreadabilty test’ is indicated?
A:-Avaleha
B:-Sneha
C:-Lepa
D:-Sharkara
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question24:-Level of Heavy metal Arsenic which is harmful for use?
A:-1 ppm
B:-2 ppm
C:-3 ppm
D:-10 ppm
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question25:-GMP certificate is issued in which form?
A:-24 E
B:-26 D
C:-25 D
D:-26 E1
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question26:-Which of the following statements is true about the liniments?
A:-Liniments are solid preparations
B:-Liniments can be applied on broken skin
C:-Liniments cannot be applied on broken skin
D:-Liniments should be applied without friction
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question27:-In which type of suspensions the individual particles form network like structure?
A:-Opthalmic suspensions
B:-Parenteral suspensions
C:-Flocculated suspensions
D:-Non-Flocculated suspensions
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question28:-Conductivity test, Dilution test, Dye test and fluorescence test are the test for
A:-Stability of emulsion
B:-Authentication of emulsion
C:-Checking globule size of emulsion
D:-Identification of types of emulsion
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question29:-Which of the followings are inhaled into nostrils for its antiseptic, bronchodilator and decongestion action?
A:-Snuffs
B:-Dentifrices
C:-Dusting powders
D:-Insufflations
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question30:-What is the percentage of Ethyl Alcohol in Elixir?
A:-2-4%
B:-5-40%
C:-50-60%
D:-65-80%
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question31:-Which volume of Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia of India deals with metals and minerals and how many monographs are there?
A:-API, Part I, Vol.4-13 monographs
B:-API, Part I, Vol.5-13 monographs
C:-API, Part I, Vol.6-21 monographs
D:-API, Part I, Vol.7-21 monographs
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question32:-TLC method is used for which of the following purposes?
A:-To detect the possible presence of aflatoxins B1, B2, G1 and G2 in any plant origin material
B:-To detect the possible presence of microbial species
C:-To detect the presence of heavy metals
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question33:-Closures of containers for storage of pharmaceutical products are generally made from which of the following basic materials?
A:-Cork
B:-Glass
C:-Plastic
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question34:-Which of the following statement is true regarding Gas chromatography?
A:-Mobile phase is pumped into column containing stationary phase by a high pressure pump system
B:-Based on mechanisms of adsorption, mass distribution or size reduction
C:-Both of the above statements are correct
D:-None of the above statements are correct
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question35:-What are the qualities of good packaging materials?
A:-Container must be neutral towards the packed materials
B:-Container must not interact physically or chemically with the packed substances
C:-Materials used for making the container must be non-toxic
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question36:-To prohibit the advertisement for certain purpose of remedies alleged to possess magic qualities, which of the following acts is implemented?
A:-Drugs and Magic Remedies Act, 1950
B:-Objectionable Advertisements Act, 1950
C:-Drugs and Magic Remedies Act, 1954
D:-Both (1) and (2)
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question37:-Which of the following terms refers to the unequal distribution of color on a tablet?
A:-Capping
B:-Lamination
C:-Mottling
D:-Double impression
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question38:-Which one of the following distillation method is used for the separation of two miscible liquids?
A:-Simple distillation
B:-Steam distillation
C:-Fractional distillation
D:-Distillation under reduced pressure
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question39:-What is the principle of Roller Mill for the size reduction of solids
A:-Compression
B:-Compact
C:-Impact
D:-Attrition
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question40:-In which of the followings, the powdered drug is separated depending on its particle size and density of particles?
A:-Cyclone separator
B:-Air Separator
C:-Elutriation method
D:-Sieving
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question41:-Super Critical Fluid Chromatography comes under which of the following types of Chromatographic methods?
A:-Adsorption Chromatography
B:-Ion exchange chromatography
C:-Partition chromatography
D:-Permeation chromatography
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question42:-In the determination of total ash content the temperature should not exceed above
A:-450ºC
B:-550ºC
C:-600ºC
D:-650ºC
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question43:-Which of the following mixture is used in the determination of volatile oil in drugs?
A:-Mixture of water and alcohol
B:-Mixture of water and glycerin
C:-Mixture of water and chloroform
D:-Mixture of alcohol and glycerin
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question44:-In the determination of alcohol content by using Gas Chromatography method, which of the following substances is used as an internal standard?
A:-1-methanol
B:-1-propanol
C:-1-butanol
D:-1-pentanol
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question45:-Peroxide value is required to estimate in which of the following Ayurvedic formulations?
A:-Asava
B:-Avaleha
C:-Ghrita and Taila
D:-Kwatha
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question46:-Huge deposits of red haematite are mainly available in which part of India?
A:-Mayurbhanj (Odissa)
B:-Singhbhum (Bihar)
C:-Both (1) and (2) are correct
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question47:-The Malachite, Azurite and Chalcosite are the principal ores of which of the following metal?
A:-Aluminium
B:-Iron
C:-Copper
D:-Sodium
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question48:-Which of the followings is search Engine?
A:-Google (http://www.google.com)
B:-All the web (htttp:www.alltheweb.com)
C:-MSN Search (http://www.search.msn.com)
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question49:-Which of the following methods is useful for identification and quantitative measurement of heavy metals?
A:-Fluorometer methdo
B:-X-ray diffractometer
C:-Infrared spectrometry technique
D:-Emission spectrograph technique
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question50:-Which of the following methods is used for weighing a derivative after separation?
A:-Electrochemical method
B:-Gravimetric method
C:-Spectrometric method
D:-Chromatographic method
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question51:-Synonym of “Araninbam”
A:-Hedyotis coryambose
B:-Achyranthes aspera
C:-Indigofera aspalathoides
D:-Ionidium suffruticosum
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question52:-Which one of the following has Galactogogue action?
A:-Jasminum grandiflorum and Withania somnifera
B:-Asparagus racemosus and Ficus hispida
C:-Ficus hispida and jasminum grandiflorum
D:-Ionidium suffruticosum and Asparagus racemosus
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question53:-Juice of piper betel is used for the purification of
A:-Lead
B:-Arsenic
C:-Mercury
D:-Gold
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question54:-It cures burning micturition
A:-Thalampoo managppagu
B:-Athimadhura Legiyam
C:-Seenthil sarkarai
D:-Santhana manappagu
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question55:-Dosage of Curcuma aromatica in intermittent fever
A:-325-650 mg
B:-520-650 mg
C:-130-390 mg
D:-130-260 mg
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question56:-Which one is given with mother’s milk to cure Vatha Gunmam
A:-Sembu Parpam
B:-Naga Chenduram
C:-Karuvanga parpam
D:-Iya Parpam
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question57:-Which one of the following is not the property of “Sukkran”
A:-Stomachic
B:-Emetic
C:-Antispasmodic
D:-Diuretic
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question58:-To treat Jaundice “Irasitha Parpam” is given with
A:-Butter
B:-Aswaganthy Chooranam
C:-Butter milk
D:-Warm water
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question59:-Which type of Mandooram is given with butter milk
A:-Maha Mandooram
B:-Siddha Mandooram
C:-Narayana Mandooram
D:-Thirikadugathi Mandooram
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question60:-Dosage of Aya Mezhugu
A:-1-2 gram
B:-2-3 gram
C:-2-4 gram
D:-1-3 gram
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question61:-Amount of Citrullus colocynthis juice used for the preparation of Linga Chenduram
A:-1.2 litres
B:-1.3 litres
C:-2.4 litres
D:-2.6 litres
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question62:-Amount of Arsenic present in 130 mg of Orpiment
A:-2mg
B:-3mg
C:-6mg
D:-8mg
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question63:-To cure 8 types of Gunmam Kalluppu Chenduram is given with
A:-Milk
B:-Honey
C:-Butter milk
D:-Ghee
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question64:-Muthu Parpam given with honey to cure
A:-Diabetes
B:-Measles
C:-Vaginal cancer
D:-Ascites
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question65:-For how many days Nandukkal parpam is given with lemon juice to cure Psychiatric disorders
A:-10 days
B:-12 days
C:-15 days
D:-20 days
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question66:-Synonym of “Mathirai Kal”
A:-Mathirai
B:-Kattu
C:-Guru kuligai
D:-Kazhangu
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question67:-What is the shelf life of “Nasigaparanam”
A:-3 months
B:-6 months
C:-1 year
D:-5 years
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question68:-1 thola is equivalent to
A:-120 grrains
B:-140 grains
C:-160 grains
D:-180 grains
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question69:-Which colour mortar is used to cure Delirium
A:-Red
B:-Yellow
C:-Green
D:-White
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question70:-It is a type of grinder or mill used to grind large sized and hard materials into fine powder
A:-Ball mill
B:-Edge Runner mill
C:-Granulator
D:-Mass mixer
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question71:-Which one is a Spinal poison?
A:-Semecarpus anacardium
B:-Nerium odorum
C:-Abrus precatorious
D:-Calotropis gigantea
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question72:-“Phossy jaw” occurs in which poisoning
A:-Mercury
B:-Phosphorus
C:-Lead
D:-Arsenic
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question73:-Lethal dose of Semecarpus anacardium
A:-90 to 120 mg
B:-5 to 10 gm
C:-50 to 75 gm
D:-15 to 20 mg
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question74:-“Opisthotonos” condition occurs in which poisoning?
A:-Gloriosa Superba
B:-Strychnos nux vomica
C:-Plumbago zeylanica
D:-Ricinus communis
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question75:-Amount of alcohol present in Rectified sprit
A:-99.95%
B:-95%
C:-90%
D:-42.86%
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question76:-The author of the book “Al Saidna” is
A:-Abu Rehan
B:-Zakariya Razi
C:-Ibn Sena
D:-Jalinoos
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question77:-All the works come under Khas Dawasazi, except
A:-Dispensing drugs according to the prescription
B:-Preparing formulations according to the qarabadeen
C:-Making Sublimate of any drug
D:-Making distillate of any drug
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question78:-Standards of Unani compound formulations are mentioned in
A:-UPI Part-I
B:-UPI Part-II
C:-NFUM Part-I
D:-NFUM Part-II
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question79:-Qarabadeen means
A:-Advia Mufrada
B:-Ilmul Advia
C:-Advia Murakkaba
D:-Ilmul Saida
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question80:-Which drug should never be stored in a metallic container?
A:-Tootiya
B:-Hira kasees
C:-Phitkari
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question81:-Exclusively which type of dosage form should not be stored in the Iron containers
A:-Jawarish
B:-Itrifal
C:-Laooq
D:-Luboob
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question82:-Which acts as a preservative in a compound formulation?
A:-Sodium Benzoate and Potassium Sorbate
B:-Sodium Benzoate and Potassium carbonate
C:-Potassium Sorbate and Soda Bicarbonate
D:-Potassium Sorbate and Zinc oxide
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question83:-Gums/Resins should be collected form a plant
A:-at dawn
B:-at noon
C:-at night
D:-just after sun set
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question84:-Spray dryer is used for drying which type of material?
A:-Powder material
B:-Raw crude drugs of herbal origin
C:-Raw crude drugs of animal origin
D:-Liquid material
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question85:-Drying can be achieved by which of the following process
A:-Amal Tabkheer
B:-Amal Tasyeed
C:-Amal Taqteef
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question86:-The process in which solid gets converted directly into vapours and on cooling converted back to solid its
A:-Distillation
B:-Sublimation
C:-Condensation
D:-Evaporation
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question87:-Noshadar can be purified by the process of
A:-Amal Tabkheer
B:-Amal Tasyeed
C:-Amal Taquteer
D:-Amal Tajfeef
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question88:-The drugs which undergo the process of Ihraq are sufixed with the term
A:-Moharraq
B:-Sokhta
C:-Both (1) and (2)
D:-None of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question89:-Which one is the correct statement about the process of Ihraq-e-Advia
A:-Ihraq is the process by which drugs are burnt to the charring stage
B:-Ihraq is the process by which drugs are reduced to Ash
C:-Ihraq is the process by which drugs are burnt to the Calcined stage
D:-Ihraq is the process by which drugs are not burnt at all
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question90:-Cow dung cake prepared manually is termed as
A:-Upla Dashti
B:-Upla Sehrai
C:-Upla Dasti
D:-Upla Kham
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question91:-The word “Kushta” is derived from
A:-Persian word which means “to kill”
B:-Arabic word which means “to kill”
C:-Arabic word which means “to burn”
D:-Persian word which means “to burn”
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question92:-Most widely used method of granulation in preparation of tablets is
A:-Dry Granulation
B:-Wet Granulation
C:-Both (1) and (2)
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question93:-All are the granulating agents, except
A:-Water
B:-Starch
C:-Mucilage of tragacanth
D:-Talc
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question94:-Which one is the correct statement about powdering of Mastagi?
A:-It must be powdered in an Iron mortar by slow and light motion
B:-It must be powdered in an Iron mortar by rapid and heavy motion
C:-It must be powdered in an Iron Porcelain mortar by slow and light motion
D:-It must be powdered in an Iron Porcelain mortar by rapid and heavy motion
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question95:-Mastagi may also be incorporated in a formulation by dissolving it in
A:-Oil
B:-Water
C:-Alcohol
D:-Arq Gulab
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question96:-Cut silk cocoon is termed as
A:-Abresham Kham
B:-Abresham Mukarraz
C:-Abresham Muharrak
D:-Abresham Mukallas
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question97:-Abresham Muhammas is obtained by
A:-Roasting silk cocoon in a pan over low flame
B:-Drying silk cocoon in an Oven
C:-Frying silk cocoon in oil
D:-Burning silk cocoon directly over the flame
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question98:-The manufacture of Unani drugs shall be carried out in such premises and under such hygiene conditions as are specified in
A:-Schedule A
B:-Schedule H
C:-Schedule T
D:-Schedule Y
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question99:-As per the GMP norms minimum manufacturing space required for Unani Medicines is
A:-500 square feet
B:-1200 square feet
C:-1900 square feet
D:-2500 square feet
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question100:-As per The GMP rules which record should be maintained by the licensee
A:-Batch Manufacturing
B:-Distribution Records
C:-Record of Market Complaints
D:-All of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
