NEET-PG 2013 - Forensic Medicine Practice Questions

Q: Burking includes:

Chest compression and airway obstruction. ***Chest compression and airway obstruction*** - Burking is a **homicidal method** of suffocation that involves **covering the mouth and nose** (airway obstruction) combined with **compressing the chest or abdomen** to prevent breathing. - Named after **William Burke**, this technique was used to kill victims without leaving obvious signs of violence, making deaths appear natural. *Ligature strangulation* - Involves using a **cord, rope, or similar object** around the neck to compress blood vessels and/or airway. - Leaves characteristic **ligature marks** on the neck, which burking aims to avoid by using manual compression instead. *Drowning mechanism* - Involves **submersion in liquid** causing respiratory impairment and asphyxia. - Completely different mechanism from burking, which involves **manual suffocation** on dry land without water involvement. *Hanging technique* - Hanging involves **suspension of the body by the neck**, causing death through compression of neck structures. - This is completely different from burking and leaves distinct **hanging marks** on the neck, which burking specifically avoids.

Q: A witness, who after taking oath, willfully makes a statement which he knows or believes to be false is guilty of offence under section:

193 IPC. ***193 IPC*** - **Section 193 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC)** is the substantive offense provision that prescribes **punishment for giving false evidence** in a judicial proceeding. - Making a false statement under oath, knowing it to be false, makes a person **guilty under Section 193 IPC**, which provides for imprisonment up to 7 years and fine. - This is the operative section under which prosecution is initiated for perjury. *191 IPC* - **Section 191 IPC** defines what constitutes "giving false evidence" - it describes the act but does not prescribe punishment. - While the question describes an act that fits Section 191's definition, the person is charged and found guilty under **Section 193**, which is the punishment provision. - Section 191 is a definitional section, not the offense section itself. *192 IPC* - **Section 192 IPC** deals with **fabricating false evidence**, which involves creating or manufacturing evidence (making false entries in documents, causing circumstances to exist, etc.). - This focuses on the act of *fabricating* rather than directly *giving* a false statement under oath in proceedings. *190 IPC* - **Section 190 IPC** deals with **threat of injury** to induce a person to refrain from applying for protection to a public servant. - This section is entirely unrelated to giving false evidence or making false statements under oath.

Q: Magistrate inquest is done in?

Death in psychiatry hospital. ***Death in psychiatry hospital*** - A **magistrate inquest** is **mandatory** under Section 176 CrPC for deaths occurring in **psychiatric hospitals/institutions**, as these are considered deaths in **state custody** or institutional care. - This ensures **judicial oversight** and independent investigation into the cause and circumstances of death of vulnerable individuals under institutional care. - Among all the options, this is the **most specific and universally mandated** scenario requiring magistrate inquest across all jurisdictions in India. *Death by suicide* - While suicide deaths are unnatural and often require magistrate inquest under Section 176 CrPC, the requirement varies by state and circumstances. - In practice, many suicide deaths may initially be investigated by police with magistrate involvement based on specific circumstances or state protocols. - Not as universally mandated as deaths in custody/institutions. *Death in suspicious circumstances* - Deaths in suspicious circumstances typically require investigation, but the type of inquest (police vs magistrate) depends on the specific nature and severity of suspicion. - While magistrate inquest may be ordered, it is not as automatically mandated as deaths in institutional custody. - The investigating authority determines if magistrate involvement is necessary. *Death by accident* - Accidental deaths may require magistrate inquest depending on the circumstances (e.g., railway accidents, factory accidents). - However, not all accidental deaths automatically mandate magistrate inquest. - Deaths in custody or institutional care have **absolute mandatory** requirement, making psychiatric hospital death the most appropriate answer.

Q: Lattes' crust test of blood stain is used to detect -

Detection of species. ***Detection species*** - **Lattes crust test** is a method used in forensic serology to determine the **species origin of a blood stain**. - It involves overlaying a crust of dried blood with **anti-sera** from different animal species to observe for agglutination, indicating a reaction and thus the species. *Nature of stain* - The **nature of the stain** typically refers to whether it is blood, semen, saliva, etc., which is usually determined through preliminary presumptive tests like the **Kastle-Meyer test** for blood. - The **Lattes crust test** specifically aims to identify the species from which the blood originated, not its general nature. *Blood group* - **Blood grouping tests** are designed to determine the ABO, Rh, or other blood types within a single species, typically humans. - While important in forensic investigations, these tests are distinct from the **Lattes crust test**, which focuses on **species identification**. *None of the options* - This option is incorrect because the **Lattes crust test** is indeed used for the **detection of species**, making option B the correct answer. - The test has a specific purpose in forensic analysis related to species identification.

Q: Professional death in medical profession is -

Removal of name of doctor from panel of RMP. ***Removal of name of doctor from panel of RMP*** - **Professional death** in the medical context refers to the permanent revocation of a doctor's license to practice. - This typically occurs when a physician's name is removed from the **Register of Medical Practitioners (RMP)**, making it illegal for them to practice medicine. *Death sentence ordered by judge* - This is a legal punishment for severe crimes and does not relate to the **professional standing** or *licensure* of a physician. - A death sentence is a judicial outcome for criminal offenses, distinct from *professional misconduct*. *Death during police firing* - This describes a cause of actual physical death and is unrelated to a doctor's **professional status** or ability to practice. - While tragic, it has no bearing on a physician's *professional licensure* or *ethical standing*. *Death of doctor* - This refers to the **biological death** of an individual, which naturally ends their professional career. - However, "professional death" specifically denotes the **loss of professional credentials** while still being alive, due to disciplinary action.

Q: Incest is defined as sexual intercourse between which individuals?

Closely related individuals. ***Closely related individuals*** - **Incest** refers to sexual intercourse between individuals who are considered too **closely related** by lineage or kinship to marry each other legally. - The definition of "closely related" varies across cultures and legal systems but generally includes **immediate family members** such as parents, children, and siblings. *Individuals other than spouse* - This definition describes **adultery** or **extramarital affairs**, which are distinct from incest. - While both involve sexual acts outside of legally or socially accepted norms, they differ significantly in the relationship between the involved parties. *Humans and animals* - This describes **bestiality** or **zoophilia**, which is a form of sexual activity involving humans and animals. - This is a separate and distinct concept from incest, which specifically concerns sexual relations between humans within a prohibited degree of kinship. *Unrelated individuals of same gender* - This describes **homosexual** sexual acts between adults, which are not inherently illegal or considered incestuous. - Incest is defined specifically by the **familial relationship** between the individuals, not their gender or lack of marital ties.

Q: A doctor conducts criminal abortion for a woman with consent. He will be prosecuted under which of the following IPC sections?

312 IPC. ***312 IPC*** - This section of the **Indian Penal Code (IPC)** specifically deals with **causing miscarriage** or criminal abortion. - Doing so with the woman's consent, but outside of legal provisions, falls under this section. *316 IPC* - This section deals with **causing the death of a quick unborn child**, an act amounting to culpable homicide. - It would apply if the act intended to cause the death of the child, not just to induce an abortion. *313 IPC* - This section addresses **causing miscarriage without the woman's consent**. - Since the question states the abortion was done "with consent," this section is not applicable. *317 IPC* - This section pertains to the **exposure and abandonment of a child** under twelve years of age by parent or person having care of it. - This is unrelated to the act of performing an abortion.

Q: Telephonophobia refers to -

Beating on ears. ⚠️ **CRITICAL NOTE**: This question contains a terminology error. "Telephonophobia" in medical literature refers to **fear of telephones** (a specific phobia), NOT a physical symptom involving the ears. However, based on the context of this being a NEET-2013 question with "beating on ears" as the answer, this may be: 1. A mistranslation or historical term no longer in use 2. Confusion with another medical term 3. An error in the original examination **For exam purposes, the marked answer reflects the original question**, but students should note: ***Beating on ears*** (Marked as correct per original question) - This answer suggests the question may have intended to ask about a different term or concept - In modern medical terminology, this is **NOT** the definition of telephonophobia - **Telephonophobia** = irrational fear of making or receiving telephone calls (psychiatric condition) *Beating on soles* - This refers to **bastinado**, a form of corporal punishment - Not related to any phobia terminology *Beating on palms* - A form of corporal punishment - Not a recognized medical terminology for any phobia *Pulling of hair* - This describes **trichotillomania**, a body-focused repetitive behavior - Trichotillomania involves recurrent, irresistible urges to pull out hair from the scalp, eyebrows, or other areas **Recommendation**: This question should be reviewed for medical accuracy. The term "telephonophobia" as used here does not align with standard medical terminology.

Q: Schedule-3 of MCI includes –

Diploma of CPS. ***Diploma of CPS*** - Schedule-3 of the Indian Medical Council Act primarily lists **recognized medical qualifications granted by institutions outside India**, as well as certain specialized diplomas like the **Diploma of College of Physicians and Surgeons (CPS)**. - The inclusion of the Diploma of CPS in Schedule-3 allows its holders to be registered as medical practitioners in India for specific purposes. *DNB degree* - The **Diplomate of National Board (DNB)** is a postgraduate medical qualification awarded by the National Board of Examinations (NBE) in India. - DNB degrees are typically listed under **Schedule-1** or **Schedule-2** of the Indian Medical Council Act, not Schedule-3, as they are granted by an Indian authority. *MBBS degree of Indian universities* - **MBBS degrees awarded by universities in India** are recognized under **Schedule-1** of the Indian Medical Council Act. - Schedule-1 specifically lists all medical qualifications granted by universities or medical institutions in India. *MBBS degree of foreign universities* - While MBBS degrees from foreign universities are recognized, their recognition is usually governed by **Schedule-2** of the Indian Medical Council Act, which lists medical qualifications granted by institutions outside India and recognized by the Indian Medical Council after fulfilling certain conditions. - Schedule-3 primarily includes a different set of foreign or specialized qualifications, not the general MBBS degree from foreign universities.

Q: In medico-legal cases, a Class I judicial magistrate has the power to give a maximum punishment of:

3 yr, Rs. 10000. **3 yr, Rs. 10000** - A **Class I Judicial Magistrate** is empowered to award a maximum imprisonment of **3 years** and/or a fine of up to **Rs. 10,000**. - This is stipulated under **Section 29(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973**, which defines the sentencing powers of different judicial magistrates. *5 yr, Rs. 3000* - This option incorrectly states both the maximum imprisonment and the maximum fine for a Class I Judicial Magistrate. - The maximum imprisonment for a Class I Judicial Magistrate is **3 years**, not 5, and the maximum fine is **Rs. 10,000**, not Rs. 3,000. *5 yr, Rs. 5000* - This option indicates an imprisonment period of **5 years**, which is incorrect for a Class I Judicial Magistrate. - While the fine amount is closer to the correct value than in some other incorrect options, the imprisonment period remains inaccurate. *3 yr, Rs. 3000* - While the imprisonment period of **3 years** is correct for a Class I Judicial Magistrate, the maximum fine mentioned – Rs. 3,000 – is incorrect. - The correct maximum fine that can be imposed is **Rs. 10,000**.

Question 1

Burking includes:

Accepted Answer

Chest compression and airway obstruction

Answer

Ligature strangulation

Answer

Drowning mechanism

Answer

Hanging technique

Question 2

A witness, who after taking oath, willfully makes a statement which he knows or believes to be false is guilty of offence under section:

Accepted Answer

193 IPC

Answer

192 IPC

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191 IPC

Answer

190 IPC

Question 3

Magistrate inquest is done in?

Accepted Answer

Death in psychiatry hospital

Answer

Death by suicide

Answer

Death in suspicious circumstances

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Death by accident

Question 4

Lattes' crust test of blood stain is used to detect -

Accepted Answer

Detection of species

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Nature of stain

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Blood group

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None of the options

Question 5

Professional death in medical profession is -

Accepted Answer

Removal of name of doctor from panel of RMP

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Death sentence ordered by judge

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Death during police firing

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Death of doctor

Question 6

Incest is defined as sexual intercourse between which individuals?

Accepted Answer

Closely related individuals

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Individuals other than spouse

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Humans and animals

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Unrelated individuals of same gender

Question 7

A doctor conducts criminal abortion for a woman with consent. He will be prosecuted under which of the following IPC sections?

Accepted Answer

312 IPC

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316 IPC

Answer

313 IPC

Answer

317 IPC

Question 8

Telephonophobia refers to -

Accepted Answer

Beating on ears

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Beating on soles

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Beating on palms

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Pulling of hair

Question 9

Schedule-3 of MCI includes –

Accepted Answer

Diploma of CPS

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DNB degree

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MBBS degree of Indian universities

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MBBS degree of foreign universities

Question 10

In medico-legal cases, a Class I judicial magistrate has the power to give a maximum punishment of:

Accepted Answer

3 yr, Rs. 10000

Answer

5 yr, Rs. 3000

Answer

5 yr, Rs. 5000

Answer

3 yr, Rs. 3000

NEET-PG 2013 — Forensic Medicine