Q21. Which act regulates the ethical conduct of dentists in India?
a) MTP Act
b) PCPNDT Act
c) Dentists Act
d) THOTA
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Correct Answer: c) Dentists Act
Explanation: The Dentists Act, 1948, regulates the ethical conduct, licensing, and registration of dentists in India.
Q22. Which section of the Indian Constitution places an obligation on the state to improve public health?
a) Article 14
b) Article 19
c) Article 21
d) Article 47
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Correct Answer: d) Article 47
Explanation: Article 47 of the Indian Constitution places an obligation on the state to improve public health and raise the level of nutrition and standard of living of its people.
Q23. What is the primary aim 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.
Q24. 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.
Q25. Which court case widened the scope of Article 21 regarding the government’s responsibility to provide medical aid?
a) Parmanand Kata v Union of India
b) Paschim Banga Khet Mazdoor Samity v West Bengal
c) L K Koolwal v State of Rajasthan
d) None of the above
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Correct Answer: b) Paschim Banga Khet Mazdoor Samity v West Bengal
Explanation: In this case, the Supreme Court held that providing adequate medical facilities is a primary duty of the government in a welfare state, thus widening the scope of Article 21.
Q26. What is the main goal of the National Health Mission (NHM)?
a) To promote medical tourism
b) To improve healthcare access in rural and underserved areas
c) To regulate private hospitals
d) To provide free medical education
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Correct Answer: b) To improve healthcare access in rural and underserved areas
Explanation: The National Health Mission aims to improve healthcare access and quality in rural and underserved areas through various initiatives and programs.
Q27. Which act governs the ethical conduct of medical professionals in India?
a) MTP Act
b) PCPNDT Act
c) Indian Medical Council Act
d) THOTA
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Correct Answer: c) Indian Medical Council Act
Explanation: The Indian Medical Council Act, 1956, governs the ethical conduct of medical professionals, ensuring they adhere to professional standards and ethics.
Q28. Which recent policy update allows the use of drones for spraying approved pesticides in India?
a) National Health Policy
b) Agriculture Ministry’s directive
c) Ministry of AYUSH guidelines
d) Right to Health Bill
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Correct Answer: b) Agriculture Ministry’s directive
Explanation: The Agriculture Ministry extended the approval for drone-based application of approved pesticides until April 18, 2025, to enhance agricultural practices.
Q29. What is the primary focus of the Right to Health Bill passed by the Rajasthan Government?
a) Free healthcare services at all public health facilities
b) Promotion of traditional medicine
c) Regulation of private hospitals
d) Medical education reform
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Correct Answer: a) Free healthcare services at all public health facilities
Explanation: The Right to Health Bill ensures free healthcare services, including consultation, drugs, diagnostics, and emergency care, at all public health institutions in Rajasthan.
Q30. Which act regulates the practice of dentistry in India?
a) MTP Act
b) PCPNDT Act
c) Dentists Act
d) THOTA
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Correct Answer: c) Dentists Act
Explanation: The Dentists Act, 1948, regulates the profession of dentistry in India, including the recognition of dental qualifications and the establishment of dental colleges.