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Post NameHealth Inspector Grade II (SR for ST only)
DepartmentHealth Services Category No : 480/2021
Question Paper Code092/2022/OL
Category Code480/2021
Date of Test18 November 2022
Exam TypeOnline Examination
Total Questions100
1
The 1 rib is attached to the sternum at
Answer
C. Manubrium
2
The hemolysis of erythrocyte are carried out by reticulo endothelial cells in the following sites except
Answer
D. Kidney
3
The wave of distention and elongation felt in arterial wall due to contraction of left ventricle
Answer
B. Pulse
4
The nerve that supplies the dome shaped muscular structure that separates thoracic and abdominal cavity, diaphragm
Answer
C. Phrenic nerve
5
The plasma protein that is synthesised in liver and is essential for blood coagulation
Answer
C. Fibrinogen
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
Answer
C. i and iii
7
The maximum volume of air which can be moved in and out of lungs
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D. Vital capacity
8
The largest bone of foot that lies at the back forming heel.
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C. Calcaneum
9
The duct of submandibular gland which opens into the floor of mouth, near frenulum linguae
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A. Wharton's duct
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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C. Goblet cells
11
Dose of vitamins a prophylaxis in 1 year to 6 year children
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B. 2,00,000 IU
12
Pellagra in jowar eating population is due to
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C. Excess of Leucine
13
Best test to detect the iron deficiency in community
Answer
B. Serum ferritin
14
Egg is poor in
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B. Carbohydrates and vitamin C
15
BOAA is the toxin responsible for
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B. Neurolathyrism
16
The act of chewing and testing is called
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B. Mastication
17
Periodontal disease also known as
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A. Pyorrhoea
18
Which of the following is not a correct statement about dentures ?
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C. Place the dentures in boiling water or run boiling water
19
Main cause of blindness in the world
Answer
B. Cataract
20
Podiatric medicine related to
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C. Care of feet
21
Which among the following regarding febrile convulsion is false ?
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C. Try to control movement of limbs
22
Coughing out of blood which is bright red in colour mixed with air and sputum
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B. Haemoptysis
23
The position which will be more comfortable to a victim with fractured rib
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A. Semi fowler's position
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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B. Hernia
25
The fracture in which bone is broken or bent due to incomplete calcification of bone
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A. Green stick
26
The first aid that can be given if there is bleeding from nose
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B. Let the patient sit up with head bent forward
27
Stuttering is a disability associated with
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C. Speech
28
Expand IMD
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D. Indian Meterological Department
29
The term denoting lack of ability to perform an activity
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A. Disability
30
The type of rehabilitation that signifies restoration of dignity and confidence
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D. Psychological rehabilitation
31
Choose the incorrect statement
Answer
A. The National Filaria Control Program has been in operation since 1965
32
Choose the correct statement
Answer
A. The new name for blindness control program is National Programme for the control of Blindness and Visual Impairment
33
When is the eye donation fortnight observed ?
Answer
B. 25 August to 8 September
34
Choose the incorrect statement
Answer
C. September 14 is observed as World Diabetes Day
35
"Nikshay" is associated with which National Health Programme ?
Answer
A. RNTCP
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.
Answer
B. II and III correct, I incorrect
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.
Answer
B. II and III incorrect, I correct
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.
Answer
C. All are correct
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.
Answer
D. I and II incorrect, III correct
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.
Answer
C. All are correct
41
In which month is family health register updated through e-health survey ?
Answer
C. January-February
42
Which of the following is NOT a duty of a Junior Health Inspector ?
Answer
D. All the above
43
Which of the following statement is WRONG ?
Answer
C. None of the above
44
Clinic register is maintained by i. JHI ii. JPHN iii. HI iv. PHN
Answer
D. i, ii, iii and iv
45
Which of the following is a cause of population explosion ? i. Illiteracy ii. Decreased death rate iii. Superstition iv. Poverty
Answer
D. i, ii, iii and iv
46
The position of Germany in demographic cycle
Answer
A. Declining
47
Population which produces maximum economic welfare – Who said this ?
Answer
D. Carr-Saunders
48
'Occlusive' method of family planning i. Male condom ii. Female condom iii. Diaphragm iv. Mala-D
Answer
C. i, ii and iii only
49
Hormonal FP method i. Vaginal sponge ii. Vaginal ring iii. NET-EN iv. Mala-N
Answer
C. ii, iii and iv only
50
Lowermost service location of emergency contraceptive pills
Answer
A. Home
51
Formation of aluminium hydroxide happens mainly in
Answer
C. Flocculation chamber
52
1 gram of chlorine tablet disinfects
Answer
D. 40 liters of water
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.
Answer
C. Only iii
54
Which of the following radiation indicator express the degree of potential danger to health ?
Answer
B. Rem
55
Theme of World Water Day 2021
Answer
A. Valuing water
56
Oroya fever is transmitted by
Answer
D. Sand fly
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.
Answer
C. iii and iv
58
Which mosquitoes' syphon tube is broad and short ?
Answer
A. Anopheles
59
Which one is a repellent ?
Answer
A. Benzyl benzoate
60
KFD is transmitted by
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A. Ticks
61
"Posters" are an example of _________ aids.
Answer
D. Graphic aids
62
"Community involvement and inter-sectoral co-ordination" are the ________ approach of health education process.
Answer
C. Primary health care
63
______________ is a "Scaled down teaching encounter".
Answer
B. Micro teaching
64
"Communication" is the word derived from _________ word "Communis" which means "sharing or common".
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C. Latin
65
"Gestures" are
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D. Non-verbal communication
66
In ____________ communication "knowledge is imposed and learning process is authoritative".
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C. One way
67
"Back to basics" is the message that related with
Answer
A. Covid-19
68
'Role play or socio drama' is the _____________ approach in health communication.
Answer
A. Group approach
69
The Head Quarters of International Union for Health Education situated at
Answer
B. Paris
70
World Mental Health Day observed on
Answer
C. October – 10
71
The father of Panchayati Raj in India
Answer
B. Balwat Rai Mehta
72
Which of the following is false about Zilla Parishad ?
Answer
B. It is a judicial component of Panchayati System
73
Which of the following is correct about Zila Parishad should be responsible for Planning at district level ?
Answer
B. Ashok Mehta Committee
74
Basic steps of money management not includes
Answer
C. Consistency
75
The nuisance arises from any defect of a structural character the responsible person to abate the nuisance is
Answer
A. Owner of the premises
76
Which of the following is not an infectious disease ?
Answer
C. Diabetes mellitus
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
Answer
C. Canal
78
Building constucted used or adapted to be used wholly or principally for human habitation is known as
Answer
A. Slaughter house
79
Any organism, chemical condition or circumstances that may cause injury or illness is
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D. Health hazard
80
Sewage, excreta, dung putrid and purifying substances and all other substances causing danger to public health is known as
Answer
C. Filth
81
IQ below 25 called as
Answer
B. Idiot
82
The concept of "Defense Mechanism" put forward by
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B. Sigmund Freud
83
In "hierarchy needs theory", the needs above biological needs are
Answer
A. Safety needs
84
The psychologist who explained psycho social theory of personality
Answer
C. Erickson
85
Any relative permanent change in behaviour is
Answer
D. Learning
86
"Fear of darkness" is
Answer
A. Nyctophobia
87
In Psycho analytic theory of personality, 'Ego' is based on __________ principle.
Answer
A. Reality
88
POSCO Act came into force on
Answer
D. 2012
89
The second stage of socialisation is
Answer
C. Anal stage
90
______ form of marriage in which one man marries with more than one woman.
Answer
A. Polygyny
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.
Answer
A. I and III correct, II incorrect
92
Choose the correct statement regarding the risk factors of coronary heart disease
Answer
B. The risk of death from coronary heart diseases decreases with cessation of smoking
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.
Answer
B. All are incorrect
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.
Answer
A. Both correct
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.
Answer
D. All incorrect
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.
Answer
A. I and III correct, II incorrect
97
Choose the incorrect option related to WHO's Global action plan against controlling NCDs
Answer
C. It aimed at only one behavioral change i.e tobacco smoking
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.
Answer
B. All correct
99
Which of the following is not a risk factor of breast cancer in women ?
Answer
B. Late menarche and early menopause
100
Choose the incorrect statement.
Answer
B. Cigarette smokers are at higher risk of lung cancers when compared to Bidi smokers

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