Q1. Which act regulates the use of pre-natal diagnostic techniques to prevent sex selection in India?
a) MTP Act
b) PCPNDT Act
c) THOTA
d) NDPS Act
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Correct Answer: b) PCPNDT Act
Explanation: The Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PCPNDT) Act, 1994, aims to prevent sex selection and misuse of pre-natal diagnostic techniques for sex determination.
Q2. Under which section of the PCPNDT Act is it stated that no pre-natal diagnostic techniques shall be used unless certain conditions are fulfilled?
a) Section 4(1)
b) Section 4(3)
c) Section 5(3)
d) Section 7(3)
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Correct Answer: b) Section 4(3)
Explanation: Section 4(3) of the PCPNDT Act specifies the conditions under which pre-natal diagnostic techniques can be used, such as the age of the pregnant woman being above thirty-five years.
Q3. Which act governs the transplantation of human organs in India?
a) MTP Act
b) PCPNDT Act
c) THOTA
d) NDPS Act
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Correct Answer: c) THOTA
Explanation: The Transplantation of Human Organs and Tissues Act (THOTA), 1994, regulates the removal, storage, and transplantation of human organs and tissues for therapeutic purposes.
Q4. What is the primary aim of the National Health Policy 2017?
a) To provide free healthcare to all
b) To reduce medical expenses
c) To achieve universal access to quality health care services
d) To promote traditional medicine
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Correct Answer: c) To achieve universal access to quality health care services
Explanation: The National Health Policy 2017 aims to provide universal access to good quality health care services at affordable costs.
Q5. Which ministry issued a warning against misleading advertisements by Ayurvedic drug manufacturers?
a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
b) Ministry of AYUSH
c) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
d) Ministry of Consumer Affairs
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Correct Answer: b) Ministry of AYUSH
Explanation: The Ministry of AYUSH warned Ayurvedic drug manufacturers against using misleading claims and false advertisements, clarifying that it does not issue manufacturing licenses or approvals.
Q6. What is the focus of the Alma Ata Declaration?
a) Financial assistance to citizens
b) Primary health care as the key to Health for All
c) Advanced medical research
d) Health insurance for all
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Correct Answer: b) Primary health care as the key to Health for All
Explanation: The Alma Ata Declaration identified primary health care as the key to achieving the goal of Health for All by addressing the existing inequalities in health status.
Q7. Which act mandates the provision of emergency medical treatment without waiting for medico-legal formalities?
a) MTP Act
b) PCPNDT Act
c) THOTA
d) Right to Health Bill
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Correct Answer: d) Right to Health Bill
Explanation: The Right to Health Bill mandates that hospitals provide emergency treatment without waiting for medico-legal formalities, ensuring immediate care in critical situations.
Q8. Which section of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, mentions the powers of inspectors?
a) Section 20
b) Section 21
c) Section 22
d) Section 23
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Correct Answer: c) Section 22
Explanation: Section 22 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, outlines the powers of inspectors, including the authority to inspect premises, take samples, and seize drugs.
Q9. What is the primary objective of the Ayushman Bharat scheme?
a) To promote traditional medicine
b) To provide health insurance coverage to economically vulnerable populations
c) To regulate drug prices
d) To improve medical education
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Correct Answer: b) To provide health insurance coverage to economically vulnerable populations
Explanation: Ayushman Bharat aims to provide health insurance coverage to economically vulnerable populations, reducing out-of-pocket expenses and improving access to healthcare.
Q10. Which act regulates the sale and storage of drugs in India?
a) MTP Act
b) PCPNDT Act
c) Drugs and Cosmetics Act
d) THOTA
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Correct Answer: c) Drugs and Cosmetics Act
Explanation: The Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, regulates the import, manufacture, distribution, and sale of drugs and cosmetics in India to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality.