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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
With reference to bio-toilets, consider the following statements
- It has invaluable application in extreme cold regions such as for people residing near glaciers
- Aerobic bacteria are used as inoculum which convert organic waste into methane and carbon dioxide
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Consider the following statements
- Santushti and Prerna strategies are adopted under Jansankhya Sthirata Kosh to implement population control measures
- Post-partum IUCD ( intrauterine contraceptive device ) services is provided at the government hospital as part of family planning by the government within 48 hours after the delivery.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
With reference to Malaria, consider the following statements
- Malaria in pregnant women is an important cause of stillbirths, infant mortality and low birth weight
- The vast majority of malaria related deaths are caused by P. falciparum and P. vivax
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Consider the following statements
- In India, more deaths occur due to outdoor pollution than indoor air pollution
- Air pollution and smoking are the leading factors in causing Ischemic heart disease
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: b)
http://www.humanosphere.org/basics/2013/07/data-show-indoor-air-pollution-a-major-killer-of-kids/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coronary_artery_disease#Risk_factors
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Consider the following statements
- The Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1945 prohibit cosmetics containing Mercury compounds and also the use of lead and arsenic compounds for the purpose of colouring cosmetics in India
- A heavy metal is a metallic element which is toxic and has a high density, specific gravity or atomic weight.
- Aluminium is used in lipsticks as stabilizer whereas titanium is used as whitening agent
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?
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