MEDICAL OFFICER – SIDDHA – INDIAN SYSTEMS OF MEDICINE

PROVISIONAL ANSWER KEY
Question Paper Code: 65/2017/OL
Category Code: 012/2016
Exam: Medical Officer- Siddha
Medium of Question: English
Date of Test 27-07-2017
Department Indian Systems of Medicine
Alphacode A
Question1:-The leader of Savarna Jadha in connection with Vaikom Satyagraha
A:-Mannath Padmanabhan
B:-V.T. Bhattathiripad
C:-Vagbhadananda
D:-G.P. Pillai
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question2:-The Advaita Ashram at Aluva was founded by
A:-Vagbhatananda
B:-Sankaracharaya
C:-Sri. Narayana Guru
D:-Ayyankali
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question3:-Samadhi Sapthakam, a condolence poem on the death of Chattampi Swamikal was written by
A:-K. Kelappan
B:-Kumaran Asan
C:-Sree Narayana Guru
D:-Pandit Karuppan
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question4:-The caste organization founded on the pattern of Servants of Indian Society.
A:-Sadhu Jana Paripalana Yogam
B:-Nair Service Society
C:-SNDP
D:-Yogashema Sabha
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question5:-Gandhiji visited Kerala in 1925 in connection with
A:-Temple Entry Proclamation
B:-Channar Agitation
C:-Vaikom Satyagraha
D:-Guruvayur Sathyagraha
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question6:-The owner of the newspaper Swadeshabhimani
A:-Ramakrishna Pillai
B:-Vakkom Abdul Khader Moulavi
C:-K. Kelappan
D:-Muhammed Abdur Rahman
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question7:-Which woman leader of Travancore organized the Female Volunteer Corps called Desasevika Sangham ?
A:-Rosamma Punnoose
B:-Accamma Cherian
C:-Lakshmi Menon
D:-A. V. Kuttimalu Amma
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question8:-Which article of the Indian Constitution says, “No child below the age of fourteen years shall be employed to
work in any factory or mine or engaged in any other hazardous employment” ?
A:-Article 24
B:-Article 45
C:-Article 330
D:-Article 368
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question9:-Which American President’s face is not carved in Mount Rushmore ?
A:-George Washington
B:-Abraham Lincoln
C:-Franklin D. Roosevelt
D:-Theodore Roosevelt
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question10:-Which missionary organization was active in Malabar Area ?
A:-Basal Evangelical mission
B:-London Mission Society
C:-Church Mission Society
D:-Carmelite Mission
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question11:-The father of political movement in modern Travancore
A:-R. Ranga Rao
B:-G. P. Pillai
C:-K. Kelappan
D:-Ayyankali
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question12:-The organization called joint Political Congress was formed in connection with
A:-Salt Satyagraha
B:-Nivarthana Agitation
C:-Vaikom Satyagraha
D:-Shanar Agitation
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question13:-Poikayil Yohannan is associated with
A:-Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha
B:-Samathwa Samajam
C:-Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham
D:-Carmelites of Mary Immaculate
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question14:-Jules Rimet Cup was renamed as
A:-FIFA World Cup
B:-IFAF World Championship
C:-Ryder Cup
D:-BWF World Championship
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question15:-The ruler of Travancore who issued the Proclamation abolishing restrictions for Shanar women to cover their
upper parts.
A:-Swathi Thirunal
B:-Uthradam Thirunal
C:-Ayilyam Thirunal
D:-Uthram Thirunal
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question16:-Founder of Mathrubhoomi
A:-K. P. Raman Menon
B:-Rama Krishna Pillai
C:-G. Sankaran Nair
D:-K. p. Kesava Menon
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question17:-Who among the following has not recieved Jnanapeedam ?
A:-G. Sankara Kurup
B:-Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai
C:-Vaikom Muhammed Basheer
D:-S. K. Pottakkadu
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question18:-An archeological structure in India contains the world’s second largest dome. Name the structure.
A:-Akbar’s tomb at Sikandara
B:-Juma Masjid
C:-Char Minar
D:-Gol gumbaz
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question19:-The autobiography of hockey legend Dhyan Chand is
A:-Magic Stick
B:-Controversially yours
C:-Goal
D:-Open
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question20:-Which Union Ministry introduced the scheme called UDAN ?
A:-Foreign Affairs
B:-External Affairs
C:-Human Resource Development
D:-Civil Aviation
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question21:-The uniting stage of soul with the seevathma is called
A:-Paramathma
B:-Veeduperu
C:-Sathasivam
D:-Pathi
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question22:-Origin of birth from sweat ?
A:-Andajam
B:-Uthpeejam
C:-Suvethajam
D:-Sarayujam
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question23:-In Attanga Yogam Prathiyagram means
A:-Controlling of Self
B:-Controlling the senses
C:-Good Conduct
D:-Good deeds
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question24:-Which of the following Siddhars are not belongs to Avaithigar ?
A:-Ulahayathar
B:-Bowthar
C:-Sangiyar
D:-Samanar
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question25:-Saltiness is a combination of
A:-Prithvi and Theyu
B:-Prithvi and Vayu
C:-Vayu and Akayam
D:-Appu and Theyu
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question26:-Dhanvantri Samathi (shrine) located at
A:-Thiruvarur
B:-Kancheepuram
C:-Vaitheeswaran Koil
D:-Vridhachalam
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question27:-Location of the Viyanan ?
A:-Lung
B:-Heart
C:-Rectum
D:-Abdomen
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question28:-Which type of Kanmam is destroyed by Gnanathee ?
A:-Piraptham
B:-Akamiyam
C:-Piraratham
D:-Sanjitham
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question29:-Keto Acidosis is commonly observed in
A:-Diabetes Mellitus
B:-Hyper Tension
C:-Jaundice
D:-Anemia
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question30:-Which carcinoma elevates the level of Enzyme Acid phosphatase in Serum ?
A:-Ovarian Carcinoma
B:-Prostatic Carcinoma
C:-Rectal Carcinoma
D:-Lung Carcinoma
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question31:-How many pairs of Spinal Nerves arise from the Spinal Cord ?
A:-31 Pairs
B:-33 Pairs
C:-34 Pairs
D:-30 Pairs
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question32:-Sound Waves in ear are collected by
A:-Pinna
B:-Malleus
C:-Incus
D:-Stapes
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question33:-Largest Bone of the Foot
A:-Calcaneum
B:-Talus
C:-Navicular
D:-Cuboid
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question34:-Elbow Joint belongs to which type of Synovial Joint ?
A:-Gliding Joint
B:-Pivot Joint
C:-Hinge Joint
D:-Socket Joint
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question35:-Which of the following tastes purifies milk ?
A:-Sweet
B:-Bitter
C:-Salt
D:-Sour
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question36:-Action of which Vayu helps for the Expulsion of Fetus ?
A:-Abanan
B:-Pranan
C:-Viyanan
D:-Uthanan
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question37:-During deep breathing Diaphragam moves to
A:-Fourth Rib
B:-Eighth Rib
C:-Seventh Rib
D:-Sixth Rib
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question38:-The amount of Blood Pressure in Aorta (Kandarai)
A:-120-180 mm of Hg/sec
B:-150-240 mm of Hg/sec
C:-120-80 mm of Hg/sec
D:-150-200 mm of Hg/sec
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question39:-Use of Atrophine
A:-Cures Eye Disease
B:-Constriction of Pupil
C:-Dilatation of Pupil
D:-Cures cataract
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question40:-Which one is the most suitable Dietary gum for Diabetic Patients ?
A:-Gum Tragacanth
B:-Gum Arabic
C:-Gum Vellai Kunrikam
D:-Gum Karuvelam
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question41:-Lethal dosage of Gloriosa Superba (Kalappai Kizhangu)
A:-500 mg
B:-700 mg
C:-800 mg
D:-600 mg
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question42:-Ilandhai (Ziziphus mauritiania) – Mention the type of fruit
A:-Drupe
B:-Berry
C:-Capsule
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question43:-Which part of the flower helps in the development of fruit in addition to ovary ?
A:-Epicarp
B:-Pseudocarp
C:-Endocarp
D:-Mesocarp
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question44:-Which family does Tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum) belongs to ?
A:-Rutaceae
B:-Solanaceae
C:-Asteraceae
D:-Rubiaceae
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question45:-Life Span of Mezhugu ?
A:-5 Years
B:-10 Years
C:-1 Year
D:-6 Months
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question46:-Which Legium is prepared by root as a primary source ?
A:-Kandangkattari (solanum suratense) Legium
B:-Kesari Legium
C:-Vilvathy (Aegle marmeoles) Legium
D:-Thettran (Strychnos Potatorum) Legium
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question47:-Botanical name of Sivanar Vembu
A:-Myristica fragrans
B:-Tinospora cordifolia
C:-Nigella Sativa
D:-Indigofera Aspalathoides
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question48:-The another name of Arasu (Ficus Religiosa)
A:-Atti
B:-Muni
C:-Vasanthi
D:-Thirumaram
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question49:-Which plant bark is used as cardiac tonic ?
A:-Asogu (Saraca Asoca)
B:-Atti (Ficus recemosa)
C:-Murungai (Moringa Oleifera)
D:-Maruthu (Terminalia Arjuna)
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question50:-Narumaruppu Mathil
A:-Ingi (Gingiber Officinale)
B:-Adathodai (Justicia adatoda)
C:-Akkarakaram (Anacylus Pyrethrum)
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question51:-The Botonical name of Athimathuram ?
A:-Abrus precatorius
B:-Phylanthus amarus
C:-Glycyrrhiza glabra
D:-Alpina galanga
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question52:-Leaves of which plant makes Pavalam (coral) into Parpam ?
A:-Murungai (Moringa Oleifera)
B:-Illandai (Ziziphus mauritiania)
C:-Adathodai (Justicia adatoda)
D:-Aavarai (Cassia auriculata)
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question53:-Which taste is absent in Kadukkai ?
A:-Sweet
B:-Bitter
C:-Salt
D:-Pungent
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question54:-Thippili Karpam Cures
A:-Fungal
B:-Eczema
C:-Psoriasis
D:-Scabies
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question55:-Which form of kapha helps the heart in Pumping ?
A:-Avalampakam
B:-Kilethagam
C:-Bothakam
D:-Tharpagam
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question56:-Form (Vadivu) of Appu ?
A:-Double angled
B:-Triple Angled
C:-Circle
D:-Hexagonal
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question57:-If the Urine is Dark red with the tint of rose flower (Panneer Poo) It Indicates
A:-Excessive Heat
B:-Excessive chillness
C:-Indigestion
D:-High Blood Pressure
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question58:-Which one of the Udal Thee is capable of digesting even half cooked food ?
A:-Vishamaakini
B:-Manthaakini
C:-Samanakini
D:-Dheekshakini
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question59:-In which season, Vali will be in Thannilai state ?
A:-Koothirkalam
B:-Kaarkalam
C:-Muthuvenirkalam
D:-Elavenilkalam
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question60:-The Eyes of Sannipatha patients will be in
A:-Black colour
B:-Yellow colour
C:-Red colour
D:-Mixture of Yellow and Red
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question61:-In which ailment the taste of the saliva will be like Toddy ?
A:-Pitha Suram
B:-Vatha Suram
C:-Seethala Suram
D:-Kapha Suram
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question62:-Conjunction of Piranan and Kanmendriyas
A:-Unavudambu
B:-Valiyudambu
C:-Manavudambu
D:-Arivudambu
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question63:-In Bogar’s salt section of Karasarthurai, which of the two salts are denoted for earth element ?
A:-Kallupu, Indhuppu
B:-Vediuppu, Savuttuppu
C:-Venkaram, Thurusu
D:-Camphor, Pooneeru
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question64:-Adjuvant for Ayachenduram in curing Parkinsonism Tremor
A:-Cows butter
B:-Cows ghee
C:-Sugar
D:-Jaggery
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question65:-For removal of intestinal worms, Colomel Oil (Poora Ennai) is taken along with
A:-Embelia Ribes
B:-Carum copticum
C:-Syzygium Aromaticum
D:-Electaria cardamomum
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question66:-Mention the type of Pudam for Nathai Chippi Parpam
A:-Kadai Pudam
B:-Varaga Pudam
C:-Kukkuda Pudam
D:-Gana Pudam
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question67:-Where should the Leech be placed for the control of Whooping Cough in children ?
A:-Thigh
B:-Anus
C:-Site of Liver
D:-Middle of the back
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question68:-Which oil is effective for Lepromatic Ulcer ?
A:-Thaalaga Ennai
B:-Manosilai Ennai
C:-Poora Ennai
D:-Kanthaga Ennai
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question69:-Meenakshi Maindhan is the another name of
A:-Pooram
B:-Rasam
C:-Veeram
D:-Kanthagam
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question70:-Element of Pooneeru ?
A:-Akayam
B:-Appu
C:-Theyu
D:-Vaayu
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question71:-Common origin for Pulmonary Embolism ?
A:-Left Ventricle
B:-Veins of Lower legs
C:-Trauma to bones
D:-Trauma to soft tissue
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question72:-Which one is a form of coordinated and Internally Programmed cell death ?
A:-Dry Gangrene
B:-Wet Gangrene
C:-Necrosis
D:-Apoptosis
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question73:-Chancroid is caused by
A:-Haemophilus Ducreyi
B:-Haemophilus Influenza
C:-Treponema Pallidam
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question74:-Which is the first forming antibody following Infection ?
A:-Ig G
B:-Ig E
C:-Ig M
D:-Ig A
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question75:-Which fruit improves both spermatogenesis and Haematogenesis ?
A:-Custard Apple
B:-Guava
C:-Grapes
D:-Date Fruit
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question76:-Name the Paste which is used for Oleation with Cow’s ghee
A:-Sapindus Laurifolia
B:-Emetic nut
C:-Acacia Sinuata
D:-Green gram
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question77:-Which is Suitable Beverage for obese person ?
A:-Mutton soup
B:-Medicated Alcohol
C:-Honey mixed with water
D:-Milk
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question78:-Which type of vessel cures Dimness of vision when the drinking water is boiled in it ?
A:-Silver Vessel
B:-Iron Vessel
C:-Copper Vessel
D:-Panchaloga Vessel
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question79:-Infanticide Act
A:-IPC – 302
B:-IPC – 32
C:-IPC – 312
D:-IPC – 202
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question80:-Mention the number of voltages which will cause Ventricular Fibrillation when passed ?
A:-200 Volts
B:-210 Volts
C:-230 Volts
D:-220 Volts
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question81:-Ekanda Thailam is used in the treatment of
A:-Scorpion sting
B:-Beetle sting
C:-Wasp sting
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question82:-Which is used as an antiode for the toxic effects of Hen’s egg ?
A:-Thulasi
B:-Radish
C:-Avuri
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question83:-Mention the number of fevers which originated from secondary sources
A:-52
B:-12
C:-16
D:-42
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question84:-Mention the type of Peruvayiru disease in which the urine will be similar to that of Cow’s
Urine ?
A:-Maa peruvayiru
B:-Sool peruvayiru
C:-Gunma peruvayiru
D:-Toxic peruvayiru
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question85:-The number of days of starvation suggested for Pitha Fever
A:-7
B:-9
C:-6
D:-10
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question86:-In which disease the patient sleeps while standing similar to that of peacock’s sleep ?
A:-Kumba Manjal Noi
B:-Peru Manja Noi
C:-Oodhu Manjal Noi
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question87:-How many types of Soolai diseases can be cured ?
A:-6
B:-8
C:-15
D:-9
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question88:-In which type of Kudal Pidippu Noi the pain will start in the lower abdomen and spread
upward ?
A:-Attilam
B:-Pirathi Attilam
C:-Pirathi Thuni
D:-Thuni
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question89:-In which type of Fits, the Pupil reflex to light is present ?
A:-Kakkai Vallippu (Epileptic Fits)
B:-Soothigaa (Hysteric Fits)
C:-Amarakanda Vallippu
D:-Kumarakanda Vallippu
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question90:-How many number of Varmam are present from neck to umbilicus ?
A:-9
B:-25
C:-15
D:-45
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question91:-Which type of Kirigai has the habit of brushing the teeth always ?
A:-Kumbidu Kirigai
B:-Jala Kirigai
C:-Mohini Kirigai
D:-Kalleri Kirigai
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question92:-Which Asana cures Peru Noi ?
A:-Sirasasanam
B:-Sarvangasanam
C:-Garudasanam
D:-Machchasanam
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question93:-Types of Thimiram
A:-5
B:-12
C:-6
D:-7
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question94:-Which type of Eye disease is cured by Swarnathi Urundai ?
A:-Padalam
B:-Kasam
C:-Kumudam
D:-Sukkiran
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question95:-Nathai Legium is used in the treatment of
A:-Pavuthiram
B:-Kalladaippu
C:-Kattigal
D:-Bleeding Piles
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question96:-Which Kuttam is cured by Sirattai Thailam ?
A:-Venn Kuttam
B:-Mandala Kuttam
C:-Padarthamarai Kuttam
D:-None of these
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question97:-Quickening symptoms (Muttal) begins at
A:-16 to 18 Weeks
B:-18 to 20 weeks
C:-14 to 16 weeks
D:-20 to 22 weeks
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question98:-Types of Maladu (As per Yugi Muni’s concept)
A:-5
B:-4
C:-3
D:-6
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question99:-Medicine for Kakkuvan (Whooping Cough)
A:-Manathakkali Nei
B:-Poondu Nei
C:-Vallarai Nei
D:-Thoothuvalai Nei
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question100:-In children, which type of Karappan is cured by Kundri Ennai ?
A:-Vadha Karappan
B:-Kapha Karappan
C:-Varal Karappan
D:-Azhal Karappan
Correct Answer:- Option-D