Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
What is the drawback of using pesticides in vegetables?
A)
It increases the risk of vector borne diseases
B)
It increases the risk of water borne diseases
C)
It can cause chronic toxicity and hormonal problems
D)
It can lead to severe form of thrombocytopenia
Pesticide residues on vegetables can enter the body through food consumption. Long-term exposure may lead to chronic toxicity and endocrine disruption, which can affect hormones. Option (a) and (b) are related to disease transmission through vectors or contaminated water, not pesticide use. Option (d) is not a general drawback of pesticides in vegetables.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
Which of the following is not included under the five rights to prevent administrative error?
A)
The right drug
B)
The right patient
C)
The right route
D)
The right administrator
Option D is correct: The right administrator.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
AS per the DPCO-2013, the retail price of scheduled(price-controlled) formulation:
A)
Can be increased by 5% every year
B)
Can be increased by 10% every year
C)
Cannot exceed the notified ceiling price set by NPPA
D)
Cannot exceed a ceiling price increase of 15% per year
Option C is correct: Cannot exceed the notified ceiling price set by NPPA.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
A drug that is listed under NLEM is considered as:
A)
An essential medicine needed for priority healthcare needs of the population
B)
Drugs that focus on the maternal & child health needs of the population
C)
List of drugs that aims to target the endemic diseases of a particular area
D)
An essential list of medicines that will target life-threatening conditions
Option A is correct: An essential medicine needed for priority healthcare needs of the population.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
Hard gelatine capsules are preferred for:
A)
Highly volatile oils
B)
Powders and granules
C)
Hygroscopic powders
D)
Lipophilic suspensions
Option B is correct: Powders and granules.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
Under the Biomedical waste management rules 2015, how should expired medicines be disposed, if it’s not possible to return to the manufacturer?
A)
Flush and dissolve in water
B)
Remove the packaging, crush the drugs and mix with general waste
C)
Incineration at >1200 °Celsius
D)
To inform the local municipal authorities
Option C is correct: Incineration at >1200 °Celsius.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
Which of the following dosage form contains immiscible liquid?
A)
Emulsion
B)
Solution
C)
Syrup
D)
Suspension
Option A is correct: Emulsion.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
Which of the following is an artificial sweetening agent?
A)
Fructose
B)
Stevia
C)
Aspartame
D)
Sucrose
Option C is correct: Aspartame.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
The correct way to apply liniments is:
A)
By rubbing with friction
B)
By rubbing with wet cloth
C)
By leaving it on overnight
D)
By covering with a gauze pad
Option A is correct: By rubbing with friction.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
The source of impurities in pharmaceuticals is most commonly from:
A)
The colouring agents of the drug
B)
The preservatives that are added to the drug
C)
Contaminated raw materials & improper manufacturing process
D)
Using the drug beyond its expiry date
Option C is correct: Contaminated raw materials & improper manufacturing process.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
Which of the following statements below correctly describe the term ‘Nutraceuticals’?
A)
Foods that help are or herbal origin or plant based
B)
Food that helps mask the taste of unpalatable medicines
C)
Food that helps balance acidity in the stomach
D)
Food that provides additional health benefit to the body
Option D is correct: Food that provides additional health benefit to the body.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
Sharp wastes like needles, scalpels etc must be discarded in:
A)
Yellow coloured bins
B)
Green coloured bins
C)
Red coloured bins
D)
Puncture proof & leak-proof white containers
Option D is correct: Puncture proof & leak-proof white containers.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
What is the ingredient mainly responsible for lather in a shampoo?
A)
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
B)
Polyethylene glycol
C)
Carboxymethylcellulose
D)
Mineral oil
Option B is correct: Polyethylene glycol.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
An essential requirement for all types of injectable formulations is that:
A)
It should contain sucrose as a base
B)
It should have ember colour to protect from light
C)
It should be sterile and free from pyrogens
D)
It should be isotonic with blood
Option C is correct: It should be sterile and free from pyrogens.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
The main purpose of performing limit test in pharmaceuticals is to:
A)
Ensure that harmful impurities are within the permissible limits
B)
Increase the shelf life of the active pharmaceutical ingredients
C)
Enhance the drug stability
D)
Enhance the bioavailability of the drug
Option A is correct: Ensure that harmful impurities are within the permissible limits.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
What is the advantage of a coated tablet over an uncoated tablet for use as an orally administered drug?
A)
Coated tablets usually have faster disintegration time which may increase the bioavailability of the drug
B)
Taste masking of unpalatable drugs
C)
Reduced manufacturing cost
D)
Higher dose capacity
Option B is correct: Taste masking of unpalatable drugs.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
In which year was the Indian Pharmacopoeia first published?
A)
1975
B)
1985
C)
1965
D)
1955
Option C is correct: 1965.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
In order to colour cosmetics, lotions and other preparations used for external use, which of the colouring agents is most commonly used?
A)
Mineral colour
B)
Plant colour
C)
Oil based colour
D)
Animal colour
Option A is correct: Mineral colour.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
The role of suspending agents is:
A)
Hydration
B)
Absorption
C)
Solubility
D)
Viscosity
Option D is correct: Viscosity.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) mainly functions under which Ministry?
A)
Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
B)
Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers
C)
Ministry of Food & Drugs
D)
Ministry of Consumer Affairs
Option B is correct: Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
The pH of a nasal drop should be:
A)
5-6
B)
4-5
C)
7-8
D)
8-9
Option A is correct: 5-6.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
All of the following are clinical manifestations of opioid poisoning EXCEPT:
A)
Narrowing of the size of the pupil
B)
Decreased respiratory rate
C)
Rapid rise in blood pressure
D)
Decrease in the pulse rate
Option C is correct: Rapid rise in blood pressure.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
Sublingual tablets should be:
A)
Kept under the tongue for absorption
B)
Placed at the inner side of the cheek for absorption
C)
Chewed and not swallowed whole
D)
Between the lower lip and lower gingival area
Option A is correct: Kept under the tongue for absorption.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
When filling a prescription for a pregnant mother who has come for an antenatal check-up, which of the following is a crucial counselling point to be given to her?
A)
Always take iron and calcium together at the same time
B)
Take only calcium if iron tablets cause abdominal discomfort
C)
Never take calcium and iron at the same time as calcium chelates iron
D)
Take only iron tablet if calcium causes bloating
In antenatal counselling, it is important to advise the mother not to take iron and calcium together. Calcium interferes with iron absorption by forming insoluble complexes (chelation), reducing the effectiveness of the iron tablet. Therefore, they should be taken at different times of the day, usually spaced by a few hours. Options (a), (b), and (d) are incorrect because they either promote simultaneous intake or suggest stopping one essential supplement instead of spacing them properly.
Combined Technical (NG) • 2026 • Paper-III (Technical Subject)
Which of the following approach can be followed to reduce dispensing errors?
A)
Separating drugs with similar names and appearances.
B)
Always writing the correct diagnosis clearly
C)
Minimizing the use of single use vials.
D)
Placing route of administration posters in the pharmacy.
Option A is correct: Separating drugs with similar names and appearances..
