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  1. 1.
    The 1st rib is attached to the sternum at
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    Manubrium
    The first rib attaches to the manubrium of the sternum.
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  2. 2.
    The hemolysis of erythrocyte are carried out by reticulo endothelial cells in the following sites except
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    Kidney
    The kidney is not a primary site for the hemolysis of erythrocytes by reticuloendothelial cells.
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  3. 3.
    The wave of distention and elongation felt in arterial wall due to contraction of left ventricle
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    Pulse
    The arterial pulse is the palpable wave of distention caused by the ejection of blood from the left ventricle.
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  4. 4.
    The nerve that supplies the dome shaped muscular structure that separates thoracic and abdominal cavity, diaphragm
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    Phrenic nerve
    The diaphragm is innervated by the phrenic nerve, which originates from the cervical spinal cord.
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  5. 5.
    The plasma protein that is synthesised in liver and is essential for blood coagulation
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    Fibrinogen
    Fibrinogen is a liver-synthesized plasma protein essential for the blood clotting process.
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  6. 6.
    At which age does the posterior fontanelle that lies at the junction of 2 parietal and occipital bones are closed ? i) Soon after birth ii) 12 – 18 months iii) Within 2 – 3 months for birth iv) 24 – 36 weeks
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    i and iii
    The posterior fontanelle typically closes within 2-3 months after birth.
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  7. 7.
    The maximum volume of air which can be moved in and out of lungs
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    Vital capacity
    Vital capacity is the maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a maximum inhalation.
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  8. 8.
    The largest bone of foot that lies at the back forming heel.
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    Calcaneum
    The calcaneum (calcaneus) is the largest bone of the foot and forms the heel.
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  9. 9.
    The duct of submandibular gland which opens into the floor of mouth, near frenulum linguae
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    Wharton's duct
    Wharton's duct is the duct of the submandibular gland.
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  10. 10.
    The cells that act as mucus secreting glands which lie in the walls of glands and ducts lined by columnar cells
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    Goblet cells
    Goblet cells are specialized for the secretion of mucus.
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  11. 11.
    Dose of vitamins a prophylaxis in 1 year to 6 year children
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    2,00,000 IU
    Children aged 1 to 6 years receive a prophylactic dose of 2,00,000 IU of Vitamin A.
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  12. 12.
    Pellagra in jowar eating population is due to
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    Excess of Leucine
    An excess of leucine in jowar (sorghum) interferes with the conversion of tryptophan to niacin, leading to pellagra.
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  13. 13.
    Best test to detect the iron deficiency in community
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    Serum ferritin
    Serum ferritin is considered the most sensitive and reliable test for assessing iron deficiency in a community.
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  14. 14.
    Egg is poor in
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    Carbohydrates and vitamin C
    Eggs are a good source of protein and fats but lack carbohydrates and vitamin C.
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  15. 15.
    BOAA is the toxin responsible for
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    Neurolathyrism
    BOAA (Beta-N-Oxalylamino-L-alanine) is the neurotoxin found in Lathyrus sativus that causes neurolathyrism.
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  16. 16.
    The act of chewing and testing is called
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    Mastication
    Mastication is the process of chewing food to break it down into smaller pieces.
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  17. 17.
    Periodontal disease also known as
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    Pyorrhoea
    Periodontal disease, specifically periodontitis, is commonly referred to as pyorrhoea.
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  18. 18.
    Which of the following is not a correct statement about dentures ?
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    Place the dentures in boiling water or run boiling water
    Boiling water can warp or damage the material of the dentures.
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  19. 19.
    Main cause of blindness in the world
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    Cataract
    Cataract remains the leading cause of blindness globally.
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  20. 20.
    Podiatric medicine related to
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    Care of feet
    Podiatry is the branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the foot.
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  21. 21.
    Which among the following regarding febrile convulsion is false ?
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    Try to control movement of limbs
    Restraining or trying to control the movements of limbs during a convulsion can cause injury.
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  22. 22.
    Coughing out of blood which is bright red in colour mixed with air and sputum
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    Haemoptysis
    Haemoptysis is the medical term for coughing up blood from the respiratory tract.
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  23. 23.
    The position which will be more comfortable to a victim with fractured rib
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    Semi fowler's position
    Semi-Fowler's position helps in easier breathing for patients with chest injuries.
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  24. 24.
    When an internal organ pushes through an opening or tear through a weak spot in the muscle or tissue, it is called
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    Hernia
    A hernia occurs when an organ pushes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place.
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  25. 25.
    The fracture in which bone is broken or bent due to incomplete calcification of bone
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    Green stick
    Greenstick fractures occur in children where the bone bends and cracks rather than breaking completely.
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  26. 26.
    The first aid that can be given if there is bleeding from nose
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    Let the patient sit up with head bent forward
    Sitting up and leaning forward prevents blood from flowing down the throat.
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  27. 27.
    Stuttering is a disability associated with
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    Speech
    Stuttering is a speech disorder characterized by repetitions of sounds, syllables, or words.
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  28. 28.
    Expand IMD
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    Indian Meterological Department
    IMD stands for India Meteorological Department.
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  29. 29.
    The term denoting lack of ability to perform an activity
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    Disability
    Disability is defined as any restriction or lack of ability to perform an activity in the manner considered normal.
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  30. 30.
    The type of rehabilitation that signifies restoration of dignity and confidence
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    Psychological rehabilitation
    Psychological rehabilitation focuses on restoring the mental well-being, dignity, and confidence of an individual.
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  31. 31.
    Choose the incorrect statement
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    The National Filaria Control Program has been in operation since 1965
    The National Filaria Control Program was launched in 1955, not 1965.
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  32. 32.
    Choose the correct statement
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    The new name for blindness control program is National Programme for the control of Blindness and Visual Impairment
    The National Programme for Control of Blindness was renamed to include Visual Impairment.
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  33. 33.
    When is the eye donation fortnight observed ?
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    25 August to 8 September
    Eye Donation Fortnight is observed annually from August 25 to September 8.
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  34. 34.
    Choose the incorrect statement
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    September 14 is observed as World Diabetes Day
    World Diabetes Day is observed on November 14, not September 14.
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  35. 35.
    "Nikshay" is associated with which National Health Programme?
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    RNTCP
    Nikshay is the web-enabled patient management system for tuberculosis under RNTCP (now NTEP).
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  36. 36.
    Choose the correct option. I. Chikungunya is transmitted by the bites of ticks. II. Poliomyelitis spreads through the fecal oral route. III. PCV vaccine was not a part of Mission Indradanush Programme.
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    II and III correct, I incorrect
    Poliomyelitis spreads via the fecal-oral route, and PCV was added later; Chikungunya is transmitted by mosquitoes (Aedes), making statement I incorrect.
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  37. 37.
    Choose the correct option. I. Measles vaccine is first given at 9 months. II. Rotavirus vaccine is given Intramuscularly. III. Ice lined refrigerators are used to prepare ice packs for the purpose of immunization.
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    II and III incorrect, I correct
    Measles vaccine is first given at 9 completed months. Rotavirus vaccine is oral, and ice packs are prepared in deep freezers, making statements II and III incorrect.
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  38. 38.
    Choose the correct option. I. IDSP was launched in 2004. II. The District Surveillance Officer is incharge of IDSP in district level. III. Online web applications are available for reporting under IDSP.
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    All are correct
    Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) was launched in 2004, headed by District Surveillance Officers, using online portals for data reporting.
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  39. 39.
    Choose the correct option. I. Synthetic pyrethroids are widely used in the chemoprophylaxis of vector borne diseases. II. Artemisinin is used in the treatment of AIDS. III. Ofloxacin and Minocycline are used in Leprosy treatment.
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    I and II incorrect, III correct
    Ofloxacin and minocycline are used in multi-drug therapy for leprosy (option III is correct, I and II are incorrect).
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  40. 40.
    Choose the correct option. I. Combined active and passive immunization is used in Rabies. II. Combined active and passive immunization is used in Diphtheria. III. Combined active and passive immunization is used in Tetanus.
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    All are correct
    Combined active and passive immunization is used for post-exposure management in Rabies, Diphtheria (antitoxin + vaccine if indicated/historical), and Tetanus (ATS + TT).
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  41. 41.
    In which month is family health register updated through e-health survey?
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    January-February
    The family health register is generally updated during January-February.
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  42. 42.
    Which of the following is NOT a duty of a Junior Health Inspector?
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    All the above
    All listed tasks are part of the responsibilities/duties of a Junior Health Inspector.
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  43. 43.
    Which of the following statement is WRONG?
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    None of the above
    Both statements A and B are correct practices, so none of the statements are wrong.
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  44. 44.
    Clinic register is maintained by i. JHI ii. JPHN iii. HI iv. PHN
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    i, ii, iii and iv
    Clinic registers can be maintained or overseen by health staff at various levels including JHI, JPHN, HI, and PHN.
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  45. 45.
    Which of the following is a cause of population explosion? i. Illiteracy ii. Decreased death rate iii. Superstition iv. Poverty
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    i, ii, iii and iv
    All these factors contribute to high birth rates and population growth, driving population explosion.
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  46. 46.
    The position of Germany in demographic cycle
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    Declining
    Germany is in the declining stage of the demographic cycle characterized by negative population growth.
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  47. 47.
    Population which produces maximum economic welfare – Who said this?
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    Carr-Saunders
    Carr-Saunders defined the optimum population as that which produces maximum economic welfare.
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  48. 48.
    'Occlusive' method of family planning i. Male condom ii. Female condom iii. Diaphragm iv. Mala-D
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    i, ii and iii only
    Male condoms, female condoms, and diaphragms are barrier or occlusive contraceptive methods, whereas Mala-D is hormonal.
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  49. 49.
    Hormonal FP method i. Vaginal sponge ii. Vaginal ring iii. NET-EN iv. Mala-N
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    ii, iii and iv only
    Vaginal rings, NET-EN (injectable), and Mala-N (oral pill) are hormonal family planning methods.
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  50. 50.
    Lowermost service location of emergency contraceptive pills
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    Home
    Emergency contraceptive pills are distributed down to the community level (Home/ASHAs) as part of decentralized care.
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  51. 51.
    Formation of aluminium hydroxide happens mainly in
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    Flocculation chamber
    Aluminium hydroxide flocs are formed mainly in the flocculation chamber during water treatment.
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  52. 52.
    1 gram of chlorine tablet disinfects
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    40 liters of water
    Standard water disinfection guidelines state that a 0.5g tablet treats 20 liters, meaning 1 gram disinfects 40 liters of water.
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  53. 53.
    Which of the following is a TRUE statement? i. Ozone is a primary air pollutant. ii. Contaminated dust is a secondary air pollutant. iii. Particulate air pollutants are either primary or secondary air pollutant. iv. Gaseous air pollutants directly affects the brain.
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    Only iii
    Particulate air pollutants can be primary (emitted directly) or secondary (formed in the atmosphere). Ozone is secondary.
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  54. 54.
    Which of the following radiation indicator express the degree of potential danger to health?
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    Rem
    REM (Roentgen Equivalent Man) measures the biological damage caused by radiation, expressing potential health danger.
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  55. 55.
    Theme of World Water Day 2021
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    Valuing water
    The theme for World Water Day 2021 was 'Valuing Water'.
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  56. 56.
    Oroya fever is transmitted by
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    Sand fly
    Oroya fever (Carrion's disease) is transmitted by the bite of infected sandflies (Phlebotomus).
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  57. 57.
    Which of the following statement is TRUE about the transmission of arthropod-borne disease? i. Scabies is a mechanical transmission. ii. Trachoma is a biological transmission. iii. Malaria is an example of cyclo-propagative transmission. iv. Plague bacilli in rat fleas is a propagative transmission.
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    iii and iv
    Malaria parasites undergo both developmental change and multiplication in mosquitoes (cyclo-propagative), and plague bacilli multiply in fleas (propagative).
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  58. 58.
    Which mosquitoes' syphon tube is broad and short?
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    Anopheles
    Anopheles mosquito larvae lack a distinct siphon tube (or have a very short/broad breathing spiracle structure compared to Culex).
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  59. 59.
    Which one is a repellent?
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    Benzyl benzoate
    Benzyl benzoate is commonly used as an insect/mite repellent and scabicide.
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  60. 60.
    KFD is transmitted by
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    Ticks
    Kyasanur Forest Disease (KFD) is a tick-borne viral hemorrhagic fever.
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  61. 61.
    "Posters" are an example of _________ aids.
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    Graphic aids
    Posters fall under graphic teaching aids.
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  62. 62.
    "Community involvement and inter-sectoral co-ordination" are the ________ approach of health education process.
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    Primary health care
    Community involvement and inter-sectoral coordination are key principles of the Primary Health Care approach.
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  63. 63.
    ______________ is a "Scaled down teaching encounter".
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    Micro teaching
    Microteaching is defined as a scaled-down teaching encounter designed to develop teaching skills.
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  64. 64.
    "Communication" is the word derived from _________ word "Communis" which means "sharing or common".
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    Latin
    The word communication is derived from the Latin word 'communis', meaning common.
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  65. 65.
    "Gestures" are
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    Non-verbal communication
    Gestures are a form of non-verbal communication.
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  66. 66.
    In ____________ communication "knowledge is imposed and learning process is authoritative".
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    One way
    In one-way communication, information flows from sender to receiver without feedback, often appearing authoritative.
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  67. 67.
    "Back to basics" is the message that related with
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    Covid-19
    'Back to basics' campaigns were widely used during the COVID-19 pandemic emphasizing hand hygiene, masking, and distancing.
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  68. 68.
    'Role play or socio drama' is the _____________ approach in health communication.
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    Group approach
    Role play and socio-drama are methods belonging to the group approach in health communication.
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  69. 69.
    The Head Quarters of International Union for Health Education situated at
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    Paris
    The headquarters of the International Union for Health Education (IUHPE) is located in Paris, France.
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  70. 70.
    World Mental Health Day observed on
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    October – 10
    World Mental Health Day is observed annually on October 10.
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  71. 71.
    The father of Panchayati Raj in India
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    Balwat Rai Mehta
    Balwant Rai Mehta is recognized as the father of Panchayati Raj in India due to his pioneering committee report.
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  72. 72.
    Which of the following is false about Zilla Parishad?
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    It is a judicial component of Panchayati System
    Zilla Parishad is an administrative and developmental body at the district level, not a judicial component.
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  73. 73.
    Which of the following is correct about Zila Parishad should be responsible for Planning at district level?
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    Ashok Mehta Committee
    The Ashok Mehta Committee recommended that the Zilla Parishad should be the pivot of decentralised administration and responsible for district-level planning.
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  74. 74.
    Basic steps of money management not includes
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    Consistency
    While consistency matters, standard personal finance steps specifically list budgeting, setting goals, and tackling debt.
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  75. 75.
    The nuisance arises from any defect of a structural character the responsible person to abate the nuisance is
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    Owner of the premises
    For nuisances arising from structural defects, the owner of the premises is legally responsible for abatement.
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  76. 76.
    Which of the following is not an infectious disease?
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    Diabetes mellitus
    Diabetes mellitus is a non-communicable metabolic disorder, not an infectious disease.
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  77. 77.
    According to Travancore Cochin Public Health Act 1955 any river, inland, navigation, lake or water way being with in the state in termed as
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    Canal
    Under the Travancore-Cochin Public Health Act, such inland water bodies are legally termed canals.
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  78. 78.
    Building constucted used or adapted to be used wholly or principally for human habitation is known as
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    Dwelling house
    A building used principally for human habitation is defined as a dwelling house.
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  79. 79.
    Any organism, chemical condition or circumstances that may cause injury or illness is
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    Health hazard
    A health hazard is any agent or condition with the potential to cause adverse health effects, injury, or illness.
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  80. 80.
    Sewage, excreta, dung putrid and purifying substances and all other substances causing danger to public health is known as
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    Filth
    In public health legislation, foul substances like excreta, sewage, and putrid matter are classified as filth.
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  81. 81.
    IQ below 25 called as
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    Idiot
    Historically, individuals with an IQ below 25 were classified as 'idiots' (profound intellectual disability).
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  82. 82.
    The concept of "Defense Mechanism" put forward by
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    Sigmund Freud
    Sigmund Freud introduced the concept of ego defense mechanisms in psychoanalytic theory.
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  83. 83.
    In "hierarchy needs theory", the needs above biological needs are
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    Safety needs
    In Maslow's hierarchy, immediately above physiological (biological) needs are safety needs.
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  84. 84.
    The psychologist who explained psycho social theory of personality
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    Erickson
    Erik Erikson formulated the psychosocial theory of development.
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  85. 85.
    Any relative permanent change in behaviour is
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    Learning
    Learning is defined as a relatively permanent change in behavior resulting from experience or practice.
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  86. 86.
    "Fear of darkness" is
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    Nyctophobia
    Nyctophobia is an extreme or irrational fear of the night or darkness.
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  87. 87.
    In Psycho analytic theory of personality, 'Ego' is based on __________ principle.
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    Reality
    The ego operates on the reality principle, mediating between id impulses and external reality.
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  88. 88.
    POSCO Act came into force on
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    2012
    The POCSO (Protection of Children from Sexual Offences) Act came into force in 2012.
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  89. 89.
    The second stage of socialisation is
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    Anal stage
    In psychosexual/social development stages corresponding to early childhood, the anal stage follows the oral stage.
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  90. 90.
    ______ form of marriage in which one man marries with more than one woman.
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    Polygyny
    Polygyny is the marital practice where a man has more than one wife simultaneously.
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  91. 91.
    Choose the right statement regarding health effects of obesity? I. There is slight risk of breast and colon cancers. II. There is no risk of bone and joint problems such as osteoarthritis. III. Obese individuals are at risk of sleep apnea.
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    I and III correct, II incorrect
    Obesity increases cancer and osteoarthritis risks (making statement II incorrect; I and III are correct).
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  92. 92.
    Choose the correct statement regarding the risk factors of coronary heart disease
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    The risk of death from coronary heart diseases decreases with cessation of smoking
    Stopping smoking significantly reduces the risk of mortality from coronary heart disease.
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  93. 93.
    Choose the correct statement regarding Diabetes? I. Type 1 diabetes is commonly seen in elderly persons. II. Complete destruction of beta cells of pancreas is seen in Type 2 diabetes. III. Type 1 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes.
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    Answer: B —
    All are incorrect
    Type 1 is autoimmune (young age), Type 2 involves insulin resistance/beta cell dysfunction (not complete destruction), and Type 2 is the most common type. Thus all statements I, II, and III are incorrect.
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  94. 94.
    Choose the correct statement regarding body weight. I. Ideal body weight of a person whose height is 1.65 meters according to Broca's index should be 65 kg. II. Body mass index of 22 is normal.
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    Answer: A —
    Both correct
    According to Broca's index, height in cm (165) minus 100 = 65 kg. A BMI of 22 is well within the normal range (18.5 - 24.9).
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  95. 95.
    Pick the correct statement regarding Palliative care programme. I. Palliative care is meant for terminally ill patients only. II. Panchayath President has no role in Palliative Management Committee. III. A minimum of 8 palliative home care visit should be completed every month by the village Palliative home care team.
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    Answer: D —
    All incorrect
    Palliative care is for chronic/life-limiting illnesses (not terminal only), Panchayat Presidents head local palliative committees, and visit norms differ. Hence all statements are incorrect.
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  96. 96.
    Choose the correct statement related to bio medical waste management in a Covid hospital. I. Masks used should be disposed in yellow bags. II. 0.1% sodium hypochlorite solution should be used as the main disinfectant to clean all surfaces in the hospital. III. Wet mopping should be done instead of dusting and sweeping in hospital wards.
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    Answer: A —
    I and III correct, II incorrect
    In COVID-19 facility guidelines, infectious waste like masks go to yellow bags, and wet mopping is preferred over sweeping to avoid aerosolization. (Disinfection percentages vary, making I and III correct).
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  97. 97.
    Choose the incorrect option related to WHO's Global action plan against controlling NCDs
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    Answer: C —
    It aimed at only one behavioral change i.e tobacco smoking
    The WHO Global Action Plan for NCDs targeted multiple behavioral changes (tobacco use, physical inactivity, harmful use of alcohol, unhealthy diet), making option C incorrect.
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  98. 98.
    Pick the right statement related to biomedical waste. I. Examples of genotoxic waste include cancer chemotherapy drugs. II. Chemical waste includes unused disinfectants, laboratory reagents. III. Scalpels, infusion sets are examples of infectious waste.
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    Answer: B —
    All correct
    Chemotherapy drugs are genotoxic, disinfectants/reagents are chemical waste, and sharp items like scalpels/needles (or infusion sets) are categorized under biomedical waste streams.
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  99. 99.
    Which of the following is not a risk factor of breast cancer in women?
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    Late menarche and early menopause
    Early menarche and late menopause (prolonged estrogen exposure) increase breast cancer risk, making late menarche and early menopause incorrect as a risk factor description.
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  100. 100.
    Choose the incorrect statement.
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    Cigarette smokers are at higher risk of lung cancers when compared to Bidi smokers
    Bidi smoking carries an equally high or higher risk of lung and oral cancers compared to cigarette smoking due to unfiltered toxic smoke, making statement B incorrect.
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  • 1/3 mark is taken off for each wrong answer.
  • Questions you leave blank don’t lose marks.
  • Marks are counted with the final answer key, published after complaints on the provisional key.

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