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Post NameMedical Officer Ayurveda - Indian Systems of Medicine
Question Paper Code046/2025/OL
Category Code467/2024
Date of Test31 May 2025
Exam TypeOnline Examination
Total Questions100
1
Match the following based on vriddhi kshaya dosha lakshana explained by Ashtanga Hridaya Sutra sthana 11th chapter 1. Sladhangata a. Rakta vriddhi 2. Sladhasandhita b. Majja vriddhi 3. Agni nasa c. Kapha vriddhi 4. Krisangata d. Kapha kshaya 5. Netranga gaurava e. Medo kshaya
Answer
C. 1-c, 2-d, 3-a, 4-e, 5-b
2
According to Ashtanga Hridaya sutra sthana 12th chapter, Rasa is the dosha sthana of
Answer
B. Pitta and Kapha
3
According to Ashtanga Hridaya sutra sthana 13th chapter, oushadha kala of Vyana Vayu is
Answer
A. After breakfast
4
According to Charaka Sutra sthana 5th chapter, which dinacharya is regarded as Sutwak bhavati cha ananam ?
Answer
B. Murdhni tailam
5
According to Ashtanga Hridaya 8th chapter which among the following statement is true in regarding with ahara ? A. Samasama leads to ghora vyadhi B. Vidagdajeerna caused by Vata is treated by swedana C. Asudha Udghara is the lakshan of rasasesha ajeerna D. Yavaka is advised as a daily diet
Answer
C. Only A is true
6
According to Ashtanga Hridaya sutra sthana 2nd chapter Anusukha mardana is the paschat karma of which dinacharya
Answer
C. Vyayama
7
According to Charaka sutra sthana 21st chapter, match the following with respect to Ashta dosha of Atisthula. 1. Daurbalya a. Sleshmasamsargat vishyandhitwat 2. Ayusho hrasam b. Medaswabhavat swedanat cha 3. Daurgandyam c. Meda eva upacheeyate 4. Swedaabada d. Asamtwadhatunam
Answer
B. 1-d, 2-c, 3-b, 4-a
8
According to Ashtanga Hridaya nidana sthana 15th chapter, which among the following statements are true regarding to Vata kopa ? A. Aggrevated Vata in Pakwasaya leads to trika graha B. Mamsagata Vayu leads to mushtidandahatopamam C. Medogata Vayu leads to mushtidandahatopamam D. Asthigata vata leads to Asthisushiryam
Answer
D. A, B and C are true
9
According to Ashtanga Hridaya nidana sthana 14th chapter gatikshaya is the lakshana of which dhatugata kushta ?
Answer
A. Medas
10
According to Ashtanga Hridaya Nidana sthana 13th chapter in which type of Sopha the skin feels like coated with Sarshapa lepa ?
Answer
A. Vata
11
According to Ashtanga Hridaya Nidana sthana 12th chapter which types of Vata are involved in the samprapti of udara roga ? A. Prana B. Udana C. Vyana D. Samana E. Apana
Answer
C. A and E only
12
According to Ashtanga Hridaya nidana sthana 11th chapter which among the following combination is wrong ?
Answer
A. Gulma : Dushta Raktasraya
13
Consider the below statements based on Ashtanga Hridaya Nidana Sthana 10th chapter. Statement I - Vata vyadhi is caused either by Avarana or Dhatukshaya. Statement II - Madhu meha is caused either by Avarana or Dhatukshaya.
Answer
A. Both I and II are true
14
According to Ashtanga hridaya Nidana sthana 7th chapter, abortion/miscarriage and abnormalities in fetal development is considered as nidana of which disease ?
Answer
C. Arsas
15
According to Ashtanga Hridaya Nidana 5th chapter asraya of arochaka.
Answer
B. Jihwa and Hridaya
16
Analyse the following statements according to Ashtanga Hridaya Nidana sthana 3rd chapter A. Urdwa raktapitta is Sadhya R. Bahu oushadham, Pittam varam Virechanam
Answer
A. A is true and R is correct explanation of A
17
What is the hallmark ECG finding in myocardial infarction ?
Answer
C. ST elevation
18
Which one is the ingredient of Dooshivishari Agada ?
Answer
A. Mamsi
19
According to Susrutha, which of the following is one of the upadrava of Dooshivisha ?
Answer
A. Jwara
20
IPC Section dealing with punishment for rape
Answer
D. 376 IPC
21
During postmortem examination odour of bitter almond is found in case of _____ poisoning.
Answer
A. Hydrocyanic acid
22
Useful part of Surasa in Vilwadi gulika
Answer
D. Flower
23
Specialized target molecules present on the cell surface which binds with specific drugs and mediate pharmacologic actions are called
Answer
C. Receptors
24
A drug which initiates pharmacological action after binding to the receptors
Answer
A. Agonist
25
A drug that reduces excitement, calms the patient without inducing sleep
Answer
C. Sedative
26
Morphine an analgesic alkaloid is derived from
Answer
C. Opium
27
Nimesulide is an example for
Answer
A. NSAIDS
28
Synonym of "Kalka" is
Answer
A. Avap
29
"Panchagavya Ghritha" is mentioned in _____ part of "Charaka Samhitha".
Answer
C. Apasmara Chikitsa
30
"Janayathi jadharagnim vathagulmam nihanthi cha" is the indication of
Answer
B. Ashta Churna
31
As per Sharangadhara Acharya "Pinda Thailam" is useful for the treatment of
Answer
D. Vatharaktha
32
In general, "Ksheerapaka Kalpana" the proportion of drug, milk and water is
Answer
A. 1 : 8 : 32
33
As per Sharangadhara Acharya the specific metallic container used in the preparation of "Kushmandavaleha"
Answer
B. Tamra
34
"Urusthambamajeernam cha pleehanam nashayedapi" is the indication of
Answer
C. Mandooravatakam
35
"Avapidana" is a type of
Answer
D. Nasya
36
"Kuruthe Parivridhim cha _______ samyak upasithah". Which is mentioned here ?
Answer
B. Vasthi
37
If an Ayurvedic drug so coloured, coated, powered or polished that damage is concealed or if it is made to appear of betteror greater therapeutic value than it really is termed as
Answer
C. Mis-branded drug
38
According to Astanga Hrudaya ____ ratio of ghee with Lashuana provides Rasayana Action.
Answer
B. Equal quantity to that of Lashuna
39
As per Charaka Samhita, Which of the following is/are avoided while administering Shilajitu?
Answer
A. Kulatta
40
According to Charaka Samhita, Which form of Shanka pushpi exerts Medhya Rasayana Action?
Answer
C. Kalka
41
According to Ashtanga Hrudaya, the dose of Narasimha Rasayana is
Answer
D. 1 Pala
42
Pippali should always be used for a short duration of time, except when intended for _____
Answer
C. Rasayana Action
43
According to Astanga Hrudaya Under Poorva Karma of Rasayana ; after Vireechana karma, Yavanna should be consumed till
Answer
C. Both 1 and 2
44
As per Astanga Hrudaya, Vrushya Vardhaka dravyas are
Answer
D. Both 2 and 3
45
______ is/are used along with Haritaki for Rasayana purpose.
Answer
D. All the above
46
Form of Pippali as rasayana advised for alpabala is
Answer
C. Churna
47
In which Grahani, 'Raseshu gruddhi sarveshu' mentioned
Answer
A. Vata
48
Drug which is not an ingredient of Saptasama gutika
Answer
D. Yashti
49
In Apanavayu vaigunya time advised for oushada sevana
Answer
A. Before food
50
Tuvaraka for rasayana is advised to collect during
Answer
B. Varsha
51
Anupana of Narayana Churna suggested for vataroga
Answer
A. Prasanna
52
Gudapippali is indicated in
Answer
B. Udara
53
Mayurapicha Bhasma is specially indicated in
Answer
B. Hikka
54
Tilwaka grita without trivrut is advised in
Answer
C. Jwara
55
Rohitaka grita specially indicated in
Answer
A. Plihodara
56
Chorea is caused due to lesion at
Answer
D. Caudate nucleus
57
Which is not a cause of Tremor at rest ?
Answer
D. Hyperthyroidism
58
The most common site of intestinal malignancies
Answer
D. Duodenum
59
Icterus is most marked in sclera because
Answer
B. High content of elastin
60
The most common cause of bladder incontinence in the old age is
Answer
C. Detrusor muscle instability
61
Nasya in dhurdina leads to
Answer
B. Pootinasa
62
Which one of the following is not an ingredient in the kalkkadravya of Erandamooladi vasti ?
Answer
D. Sarshapa
63
Sneha advised in Sarat ritu is
Answer
A. Grita
64
The measurement of Vastinetra in an adult is
Answer
C. 12 angula
65
According to Vagbhata, Nasya should be administered in morning during
Answer
D. Vasanta and Sarad
66
Prayogika Dhumapana kalas told by bagbhata are
Answer
B. 8 Nos
67
Equipment used for raktamokshana in vatadushta rakta
Answer
A. Sringa
68
Which one is not a symptom in Atiyogaja Vastivyapat ?
Answer
D. Charddi
69
Drug which makes Vamana and Virechana ?
Answer
B. Tuvaraka
70
Which one is not an ingredient of Upanaha ?
Answer
D. Guda
71
Kalanthara Pranahara Hara Marma has the qualities of
Answer
D. Both 1 and 2
72
A tough-walled abscess, which usually forms as a sequela of inadequate or lack of pus drainage during infection and inappropriate use of antibiotics by the patient is called
Answer
A. Antibioma
73
Rujakara Marma - when injured in their ends gives rise to
Answer
C. Theevra vedana
74
According to S. Das Concise Text Book of Surgery, Popliteal abscess caused by
Answer
D. All the above
75
According to Sushrutha Samhitha which of the following marma vidha - causes death by "Shonitha kshaya" ?
Answer
B. Indrabasthi
76
According to S. Das Concise Text Book of Surgery, Commonest site of Carbuncle
Answer
D. Both 1 and 2
77
According to Sushrutha Samhitha which of the following "asmari" is "syava varna" ?
Answer
A. Vathaja Asmari
78
According to S. Das Concise Text Book of Surgery, Erysipelas is
Answer
D. Both 1 and 2
79
According to Sushrutha Samhitha Abhyanthara Vidradhi caused by
Answer
C. Too much of copulation
80
According to Sushrutha Samhitha Anthra Vridhi is caused by
Answer
D. Both 1 and 2
81
Choose the correct answers from the following : Dhooma is mentioned as one among the causes of, 1. Netraroga 2. Siroroga 3. Pratisyaya 4. Karna roga
Answer
C. 1, 2 and 3
82
Atha pratathekshana is the cause for
Answer
B. Siroroga
83
Match the List-1 with List-2 and select the most appropriate answer using the code given below the lists. List 1 List 2 Visesha Nidana mentioned in classical texts Disease 1. Atiseeghra yana (Bhavaprakasa) a. Karna srava 2. Abhighata (Astangahridaya) b. Netra roga 3. Jala nimanjana (Susruta Samhita) c. Pooyarakta 4. Pratisyaya (Astanga hridaya) d. Vataja karnasoola
Answer
D. 1-b, 2-c, 3-a, 4-d
84
According to Astanga samgraha, Bindu Agnikarma with Twak Daha at a distance Approximately equal to the size of Mudha is done in
Answer
A. Krichronmeela
85
Susruta indicates internal administration of Adraka rasa along with Ksheera in
Answer
A. Navapratisyaya
86
Match the List-1 with List-2 and select the correct answer using code given below the lists. List-1 List-2 Name of the Disease Visesha nidana 1. Badhirya a. Paka of Vidradhi 2. Karnaksveda b. Kapha pittena vidagdha 3. Karnasrava c. Rookshakashaya bhojana, Srama, kshaya 4. Pootikarna d. Karnanada Upekshana
Answer
D. 1-d, 2-c, 3-a, 4-b
87
According to Acharya Vagbhata, Exposure to heat and sudden immersion into cold water is the specific nidana of
Answer
A. Ushnavidagdha Drishti
88
According to Acharya Susruta, Virechana followed by Seetadravya Anjana is the Vishesha Chikitsa in
Answer
D. Suktika
89
Match the following List-1 with List-2 and select the correct answer using the code given below the lists. List-1 List-2 (Disease) (One among Visesa chikitsa) 1. Dantaharsha a. Sheetada chikitsa must be followed 2. Medaja Oshtakopa b. Nadi sweda with Eranda pallava siddha ksheera 3. Paridara c. Agnikarma is mentioned as a treatment modality by Susruta 4. Vataja Oshta kopa d. Mamsa rasa and rasa yavagu is mentioned as Pathya by Acharya Susruta
Answer
D. 1-d, 2-c, 3-a, 4-b
90
Which among the following diseases are caused by Abhishyanda as per the opinion of Acharya Dalhana ? 1. Adhimantha 2. Avrana sukla 3. Akshipakatyaya
Answer
C. 1, 2 and 3
91
Which national program promotes exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life ?
Answer
B. National Nutrition Mission (Poshan Abhiyaan)
92
"Pushyanugam Churnam" is traditionally indicated for the management of all the following conditions except
Answer
B. Grahani
93
Sutika Upadravas (complications in puerperal women) are considered Krichra Sadhya (Difficult to treat) due to which of the following reasons ?
Answer
D. All of the above
94
Which of the following is a long-term consequence of chronic PID ?
Answer
C. Hydrosalpinx
95
Which of the following is not a feature of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) ?
Answer
B. Elevated serum prolactin levels
96
A patient with pelvic organ prolapse reports a sensation of a vaginal bulge and difficulty urinating. Which type of prolapse is most likely ?
Answer
B. Cystocele
97
In semen analysis, normal sperm concentration is defined as :
Answer
C. ≥ 15 million/mL
98
Which of the following is a common feature of both endometriosis and adenomyosis ?
Answer
B. Chronic pelvic pain
99
"Priyangu Taila Kalka Pichu Dharana" is indicated in the management of which condition ?
Answer
A. Vathika Arthava dushti
100
Which of the following symptoms are characteristic of "Sushka Yonivyapad ?"
Answer
D. All of the above

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