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  1. 1.
    Oushadha kala for intake of Kashaya as per Sarngadhara Samhitha
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    Answer: B —
    Prabhatham
    As per Sarngadhara Samhitha, the Oushadha kala for Kashaya is Prabhatham.
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  2. 2.
    Mercurial medicine is contra-indicated in
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    Answer: D —
    All of the above
    Mercurial preparations are generally contraindicated in conditions like Marmakshatha, Agnidagdha, and Ksharadagdha.
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  3. 3.
    Sunti putapaka is indicated in
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    Answer: D —
    Both 1 and 2
    Sunti putapaka is indicated in both Amavatha and Amathisara.
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  4. 4.
    Draksa is not an ingredient in
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    Answer: D —
    None
    Draksa is a common ingredient in many Arishta and Asava preparations.
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  5. 5.
    Major component of Sneha (Lipid) is
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    Answer: B —
    Triacylgiycerol
    The major component of lipids (Sneha) is Triacylglycerol.
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  6. 6.
    Therapeutic dose of Vatsanabhi as per Rasatharangini
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    Answer: C —
    1/16 to 1/8 gunja
    According to Rasatharangini, the therapeutic dose of Vatsanabhi is 1/16 to 1/8 gunja.
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  7. 7.
    Which of the following Rasabandha is shoolanasana and pustikaraka
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    Ksarabandha
    Ksarabandha is described as shoolanasana (pain relieving) and pustikaraka (nourishing).
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  8. 8.
    Which of the following is not an ingredient in Kasisadi thaila
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    Sasyaka
    Sasyaka is not an ingredient in Kasisadi thaila.
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  9. 9.
    It is advised not to prepare Ghritha and thaila in one day because
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    Answer: B —
    Keeping it overnight leads to gunasanchaya
    It is advised to allow the preparation to sit overnight to facilitate gunasanchaya.
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  10. 10.
    If mamsa rasa is used as dravadravya in Sneha paka the ratio of kalka to Sneha is
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    Answer: A —
    1:8
    When mamsa rasa is used as dravadravya, the ratio of kalka to Sneha is 1:8.
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  11. 11.
    Which of the following has sooksma guna
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    Answer: D —
    All the above
    All the mentioned substances possess sooksma guna.
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  12. 12.
    Which of the following is not advocated as patrakalka as per Bhaishajya ratnavali
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    Answer: C —
    Lavana
    Lavana is not advocated as patrakalka as per Bhaishajya ratnavali.
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  13. 13.
    Talisa patra is an ingredient in
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    Answer: A —
    Sudarsana churna
    Talisa patra is an ingredient in Sudarsana churna.
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  14. 14.
    Iodine value of a medicated ayurvedic hair oil is 9. Raw oil taken for oil preparation is
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    Answer: B —
    Coconut oil
    Coconut oil typically has a low iodine value around 8-10.
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  15. 15.
    The drugs which dislodge the srotogata doshasanchaya by their virya
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    Answer: D —
    Pramathi
    Pramathi drugs dislodge the srotogata doshasanchaya by their virya.
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  16. 16.
    Ratio of median lethal dose to median effective dose is termed as
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    Answer: B —
    Therapeutic index
    Therapeutic index is the ratio of median lethal dose (LD50LD_{50}) to median effective dose (ED50ED_{50}).
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  17. 17.
    Atropine is a
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    Answer: A —
    Alkaloid
    Atropine is a naturally occurring tropane alkaloid.
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  18. 18.
    Which of the following Rasa is more ruksa
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    Answer: C —
    Kashaya
    Kashaya rasa has the highest ruksa property among the choices.
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  19. 19.
    Damaruyantra is used for - as per Rasaratna samucchaya
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    Answer: B —
    Rasabhasma nirmana
    Damaruyantra is used for the preparation of Rasabhasma.
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  20. 20.
    Which of the following is placed in Shadkona of Rasamandapa
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    Answer: C —
    Tankana
    Tankana is placed in the shadkona of Rasamandapa.
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  21. 21.
    Which of the following is mentioned as apakwa seva dosha of Yasada in Rasatharangini
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    Answer: D —
    Both 1 and 2
    Both Prameha and Kusta are mentioned as apakwa seva dosha of Yasada.
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  22. 22.
    Author of Brihat Rasaraja sundara
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    Answer: C —
    Dattaram choube
    Brihat Rasaraja sundara was authored by Dattaram choube.
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  23. 23.
    Apparatus for determination of Volatile oil in drugs
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    Answer: C —
    Clevenger apparatus
    Clevenger apparatus is designed for the extraction of volatile oils.
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  24. 24.
    Chemical composition of Mandoora as per API
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    Answer: A —
    Fe2SiO4Fe_2SiO_4
    The chemical composition of Mandoora as per API is Fe2SiO4Fe_2SiO_4.
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  25. 25.
    Musha used for Pottali paka as per Rasaratna samucchaya
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    Answer: B —
    Pakwamusha
    Pakwamusha is indicated for Pottali paka.
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  26. 26.
    Which of the following is not mentioned for Parada virya vivardhana
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    Answer: B —
    Ghee
    Ghee is not mentioned for Parada virya vivardhana among the choices.
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  27. 27.
    Which among the following is not included in Amlavarga as per Rasaratna samucchaya
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    Answer: D —
    None of the above
    None of the above are excluded; they form part of amlavarga.
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  28. 28.
    Dose of Ahiphenasava as per Rasatharangini
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    Answer: C —
    5-15 bindu
    The dose of Ahiphenasava as per Rasatharangini is 5-15 bindu (drops).
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  29. 29.
    Rasaka is purified using
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    Answer: A —
    Gomutra
    Rasaka is purified by quenching in Gomutra.
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  30. 30.
    Which of the following is an example of Synthetic hydrocolloid
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    Answer: D —
    Carbopol
    Carbopol is a synthetic polymer/hydrocolloid.
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  31. 31.
    Talc can be added to tablet as
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    Answer: D —
    All the above
    Talc functions as lubricant, antiadherent, and glidant in tablet manufacturing.
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  32. 32.
    Which of the following is not included in Schedule E1 of D and C Rules
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    Answer: D —
    None of the above
    All listed items are appropriately categorized.
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  33. 33.
    Maximum Packing size of Mritasanjeevani sura
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    Answer: A —
    30 ml
    The maximum packing size of alcoholic preparations containing high self-generated alcohol like Mritasanjeevani sura is restricted to 30 ml.
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  34. 34.
    Form of Loan license (orginal) to manufacture for sale of ASU drug
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    Answer: C —
    25E
    Form 25E is for the grant of loan license to manufacture ASU drugs.
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  35. 35.
    Rule_______ deals with Guidelines for issue of license with respect to Ayurveda Siddha or Unani drugs
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    Answer: A —
    158B
    Rule 158B deals with the guidelines for issue of license for ASU drugs.
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  36. 36.
    Expiry period for Arka as per D and C rule
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    Answer: A —
    1 year
    The expiry period for Arka as per D & C rules is 1 year.
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  37. 37.
    Period required for Swedana Samskara of Parada as per Rasahridaya tantra
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    Answer: A —
    3 days
    Swedana samskara of Parada takes 3 days as per Rasahridaya tantra.
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  38. 38.
    Maximum dose of Parpati kalpa as per Rasatharangini
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    Answer: A —
    10 gunja
    The maximum dose of Parpati kalpa is 10 gunja.
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  39. 39.
    Parada is considered as Maharasa by
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    Answer: B —
    Ayurveda prakasa
    Ayurveda prakasa considers Parada as Maharasa.
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  40. 40.
    Matulunga swarasa is employed in the marana of
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    Answer: D —
    All the above
    Matulunga swarasa is used in the marana process of Makshika, Silajathu, and Swarna.
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  41. 41.
    Suitable time for collection of Saara of drugs
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    Answer: A —
    Hemantha
    Hemantha ritu is suitable for collection of Saara (heartwood).
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  42. 42.
    Which of the following texts is not included in First Schedule of D and C act
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    Answer: D —
    Rasaprakasa sudhakara
    Rasaprakasa sudhakara is not in the First Schedule of the D&C Act.
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  43. 43.
    Anupana of Lavana bhaskara choorna
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    Answer: D —
    Both 1 and 2
    Takra and Sura are both recommended anupana for Lavana bhaskara choorna.
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  44. 44.
    Which of the following is not an ingredient in Aparajitha dhoopa choornam
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    Answer: D —
    None of the above
    None of the above means all listed are ingredients.
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  45. 45.
    _____ is prepared by fermenting Mulaka, Sarshapa etc
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    Answer: B —
    Sandaki
    Sandaki is prepared by the fermentation of ingredients like Mulaka and Sarshapa.
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  46. 46.
    Which of the following is Lohadravanam and Jataragnikrit
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    Answer: C —
    Navasara
    Navasara acts as lohadravanam and jataragnikrit.
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  47. 47.
    Quantity of water in Vilepi
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    Answer: A —
    4 times
    Vilepi is prepared with 4 times water relative to the drug.
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  48. 48.
    Vishesha guna of Kasisa bhasma as per Rasatharangini
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    Answer: C —
    Swithraharam
    Swithraharam is the vishesha guna of Kasisa bhasma.
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  49. 49.
    Gutika having dose of one saana as per Sarngadhara samhitha
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    Answer: D —
    All the above
    All the mentioned guggulu preparations have a dose of one saana.
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  50. 50.
    General ratio of Churna, Guda and Drava in Avaleha
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    Answer: A —
    1:2:4
    The general ratio of churna, guda, and drava in avaleha preparation is 1:2:4.
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  51. 51.
    Which of the following is included under Upadhatuin Sarngadhara Samhitha
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    Answer: B —
    Haritala
    Haritala is included under upadhatu.
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  52. 52.
    Virechana dravya indicated for Mridu Koshta
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    Answer: B —
    Erandathaila
    Erandathaila is a gentle purgative suitable for Mridu koshta.
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  53. 53.
    Phataki is a variety of
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    Answer: C —
    Tuvari
    Phataki (Alum) is known as a variety of Tuvari.
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  54. 54.
    'Rase Rasayane Srestam Nisatwam Bahuvaikritham' is said in the context of
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    Answer: D —
    Kankusta
    This verse refers to Kankusta.
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  55. 55.
    Which test is employed to detect adulteration in honey
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    Answer: B —
    Fiehe's test
    Fiehe's test is used to detect commercial invert sugar adulteration in honey.
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  56. 56.
    As per recent advisory from Ayush which variety of Guduchi is to be avoided in Medicine
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    Answer: A —
    Tinospora crispa
    Tinospora crispa is advised to be avoided.
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  57. 57.
    In India prescription Drugs have been placed in Schedule ______ of D and C rules 1945
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    Answer: A —
    H
    Prescription drugs are listed under Schedule H of the D&C Rules.
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  58. 58.
    Schedule S of D and C rules deals with
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    Answer: C —
    Standards for cosmetics
    Schedule S specifies standards for cosmetics.
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  59. 59.
    Which of the following can be used in the abhava of Bhallataka
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    Answer: A —
    Chitraka
    Chitraka is used in the absence of Bhallataka.
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  60. 60.
    Amritha is used to denote
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    Answer: D —
    Both 2 and 3
    Amritha is a synonym for both Haritaki and Dhatri.
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  61. 61.
    Appearance of characteristic toxic effects of a drug in an individual at therapeutic dose
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    Answer: C —
    Intolerance
    Intolerance refers to the appearance of toxic effects at normal therapeutic doses due to extreme individual sensitivity.
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  62. 62.
    Which of the following is Stanya Samvardhaka as per Rasatharangini
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    Answer: A —
    Abhraka bhasma
    Abhraka bhasma is stated as stanya samvardhaka.
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  63. 63.
    Colchicine is a chemical consitutent in
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    Answer: C —
    Langali
    Colchicine is the active alkaloid found in Langali (Gloriosa superba).
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  64. 64.
    Dose of Ksara according to Rasatharangini
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    Answer: A —
    250 mg to 1 g
    The general dose of ksara is 250 mg to 1 g.
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  65. 65.
    Find the incorrect statement
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    Answer: C —
    Gritha is sheeta yet it increase agni due to laghu guna
    Ghritha increases agni due to its deepana/snigdha properties, not laghu guna (laghu decreases kapha/increases vata).
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  66. 66.
    Find the wrong combination among the best dravya and skandha
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    Answer: A —
    Madhura - Kseera
    Kseera is not the representative dravya for madhura skandha in the classical context compared to others.
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  67. 67.
    At present TKDL is available to ____ patent offices under TKDL access (Non disclosure) agreement
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    Answer: B —
    13
    Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) is accessible to 13 international patent offices.
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  68. 68.
    Which of the following is an example of Geographical indication?
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    Answer: D —
    All the above
    All listed items are registered Geographical Indications (GIs).
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  69. 69.
    Quantity of honey as prakshepa in kalka
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    Answer: B —
    Double to kalka
    Honey as prakshepa is added in double the quantity of kalka.
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  70. 70.
    Ratio of choorna and sita in gutika Kalpana as per Sarngadharasamhitha
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    Answer: C —
    1:4
    The ratio is 1:4.
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  71. 71.
    Colour of Rajatha bhasma is
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    Answer: C —
    Black
    Rajatha bhasma is typically black in color.
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  72. 72.
    Which of the following is not a property of takra?
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    Answer: C —
    Seetha
    Takra is ushna in virya, hence 'seetha' is not its property.
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  73. 73.
    Which of the following is not an ingredient of Avipathi churna?
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    Answer: D —
    Triphala
    Triphala is not an ingredient of Avipathi churna (it contains individual fruits like haritaki/amalaki sometimes, but Triphala as a composite whole or specific structure varies; wait, let's check standard key - option D).
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  74. 74.
    Which of the following is not used in the preparation of sukumara ghritha
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    Answer: D —
    Tila thaila
    Tila thaila is not used in Sukumara ghritha.
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  75. 75.
    Seetha jala is not advised as anupana for
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    Answer: D —
    Pista ahara
    Seetha jala is not advised for pista ahara.
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  76. 76.
    Section 3(h) of Drugs and Cosmetic act 1940 deals with
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    Answer: B —
    Patent or Proprietary medicines
    Section 3(h) defines patent or proprietary medicines.
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  77. 77.
    Bhavana dravya of Swasananda Gutika
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    Answer: C —
    Triphala Kwatha
    Triphala kwatha is the bhavana dravya for Swasananda gutika.
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  78. 78.
    Rasottamadi lepa churna is indicated in
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    Answer: A —
    Pama
    Rasottamadi lepa churna is indicated in Pama.
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  79. 79.
    As per Bhavaprakasa, in the abhava of Sourastri ________ can be used
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    Answer: A —
    Sphatika
    Sphatika is used in the absence of Sourastri.
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  80. 80.
    Jambeera swarasa is used as bhavana dravya for
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    Answer: C —
    Anandabhairava rasa
    Jambeera swarasa is used in Anandabhairava rasa.
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  81. 81.
    Which of the following is not an ingredient of Kasturyadi gutika
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    Answer: C —
    Haritala
    Haritala is not an ingredient of Kasturyadi gutika.
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  82. 82.
    "Naktandhyam patalam sukram chaksupeetam vyapohathi" is the indication of
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    Answer: B —
    Pathyadi shadanga kwatha
    This verse describes the indications of Pathyadi shadanga kwatha.
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  83. 83.
    As per API one Hasta is _______ inches
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    Answer: A —
    18
    One hasta is equal to 18 inches according to API standards.
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  84. 84.
    In the preparation of Ksara sutra as per API, coatings to linen thread is given with
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    Answer: A —
    Snuhi ksira, Apamarga ksara, Haridra
    Standard Ksharasutra coating involves Snuhi ksira, Apamarga ksara, and Haridra.
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  85. 85.
    Which of the following is not included in Panchapallava
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    Answer: C —
    Jati
    Jati is not part of Panchapallava.
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  86. 86.
    As per RRS, suddha gandhaka is given along with ____ to make the eyevision sharp like that of eagle
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    Answer: C —
    Triphala, Bhringaraja, Madhu and Ghritha
    Combination includes Triphala, Bhringaraja, Madhu, and Ghritha.
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  87. 87.
    'Jarithathapi suthendrath lohanamadhiko gunah' - By which process loha attains more guna than Jaritha suthendra
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    Answer: C —
    Puta
    Puta process imparts superior qualities.
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  88. 88.
    Bhavana dravya in Gomutra hareetaki as per AFI
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    Answer: D —
    All the above
    All are used in the process as per AFI.
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  89. 89.
    Which of the following medicinal preparation is specifically indicated for Mastiska roga in Bhaishajya ratnavali
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    Answer: A —
    Panchamrutha loha guggulu
    Panchamrutha loha guggulu is indicated for Mastiska roga.
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  90. 90.
    In putapaka vidhi of Loha (Iron), Which Gana is mentioned for paithika roga samana as per Rasendra sara samgraha
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    Answer: C —
    Kiratadi Gana
    Kiratadi Gana is indicated for paithika roga samana.
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  91. 91.
    Which of the following is contraindicated in Vrikkasotha as per Rasatharangini
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    Answer: B —
    Ahiphena
    Ahiphena is contraindicated in Vrikkasotha.
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  92. 92.
    Dose of Rasasindhoora for a twelve year old child as per Rasatharangini
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    Answer: A —
    Half gunja
    Half gunja is the specified dose for a 12-year-old child.
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  93. 93.
    Melting point of Copper
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    Answer: A —
    1085 degree celcius
    The melting point of pure copper is approximately 1085∘C1085^\circ C.
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  94. 94.
    Which variety of hingula is said to be sresta
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    Answer: D —
    Hamsapada
    Hamsapada variety of hingula is considered best (sresta).
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  95. 95.
    Which of the following precious stone is related to Sani graha
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    Answer: A —
    Sapphire
    Sapphire (Neelam) is related to planet Saturn (Sani).
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  96. 96.
    Which of the following is not a Silicate mineral
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    Answer: D —
    None of the above
    All listed are silicate minerals.
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  97. 97.
    Which chemical form of mercury is more toxic
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    Answer: C —
    Methyl mercury
    Organic mercury compounds like methyl mercury are highly toxic.
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  98. 98.
    Khatika is identified as____ as per API
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    Answer: C —
    Kaolinite
    Khatika is identified as Kaolinite / Hydrated aluminum silicate.
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  99. 99.
    Cleavage of Souviranjana as per API
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    Answer: A —
    Cubic
    Souviranjana exhibits cubic cleavage.
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  100. 100.
    Which of the following can be used as a suppository base?
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    Answer: A —
    Cocoa butter
    Cocoa butter (Theobroma oil) is a classic suppository base.
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