Health & Nutrition MCQs for CET 12th Level
Practice Health & Nutrition under Science & Tech for CET 12th Level with 20 free MCQs in Hindi and English.
CET 12th Level — Health & Nutrition
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Question 1 of 20
Which of the following functions is explicitly designated as a core responsibility of the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)?
Question 2 of 20
Proteins form the fundamental architectural framework of all cellular structures. Approximately what fraction of the human body's 'dry weight' is composed of proteins?
Question 3 of 20
The fungal pathogen Trichophyton rubrum, which is notoriously responsible for Athlete's Foot, preferentially colonizes the superficial skin specifically located between the toes. What specific combination of environmental conditions in this anatomical area facilitates the aggressive proliferation of this fungus?
Question 4 of 20
Xerophthalmia is an advanced ocular condition leading to the abnormal dryness of the conjunctiva and cornea, potentially progressing to complete blindness. It is fundamentally caused by the severe systemic deficiency of a fat-soluble vitamin chemically known as:
Question 5 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the DASH Diet: 1. It is primarily adopted to control Diabetes Mellitus. 2. It requires a high intake of sodium to balance electrolytes. 3. It emphasizes high potassium and magnesium intake. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 6 of 20
In the context of macronutrients, how many distinct types of amino acids are generally recognized as naturally occurring building blocks to synthesize human body proteins?
Question 7 of 20
Which of the following descriptions accurately characterizes 'Macronutrients' within the context of a scientifically balanced diet?
Question 8 of 20
Which specific components are identified in a patient's serum during a Widal Test to confirm the presence of Typhoid?
Question 9 of 20
During the life cycle of the Malaria parasite within the human body, the periodic episodes of intense chills and high fever are specifically triggered by the release of which toxic substance?
Question 10 of 20
What makes the 'Shree Anna' grains particularly important from a medical and nutritional security perspective?
Question 11 of 20
Vitamins and minerals are critically important for metabolic regulation and preventing deficiency diseases. Under which nutritional category do they correctly fall?
Question 12 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Mukhyamantri Ayushman Arogya Yojana (MAAY): 1. It provides cashless medical insurance up to ₹25 lakh per family. 2. Medical packages for critical surgeries like heart transplants and cancer are excluded to save government costs. 3. The scheme strictly utilizes the Jan Aadhaar card as the single document for family identification. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Question 13 of 20
If an individual's diet lacks adequate carbohydrates over a prolonged period, which physiological consequence is most likely to occur as a survival mechanism?
Question 14 of 20
If an inspection of a dairy facility reveals the illicit mixing of massive quantities of pure water and chemical detergents into raw milk, what is the most scientifically probable long-term consequence for the consumers?
Question 15 of 20
Which specific compound serves as the biological monomer for constructing the complex animal storage molecule known as glycogen?
Question 16 of 20
Assertion (A): General symptoms of communicable diseases such as fever, fatigue, loss of appetite, and severe body ache are direct manifestations of the human immune system's active defense mechanism. Reason (R): The pathogenesis process involves the pathogen entering the body, reaching a specific target organ, and multiplying rapidly, which forces the immune system to initiate an inflammatory and physiological response to combat the threat.
Question 17 of 20
Consider the following statements regarding the Hepatitis virus: 1. Hepatitis A and E are primarily transmitted through the fecal-oral route and generally cause acute infections. 2. Hepatitis C has a highly effective vaccine available for mass immunization. 3. Hepatitis B, C, and D are transmitted via blood, unprotected sexual contact, and from mother to child. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Question 18 of 20
Which of the following biological combinations of a typical vector, the disease it distinctly transmits, and the corresponding pathogen type is INCORRECTLY matched?
Question 19 of 20
Which of the following dietary lipids typically remains in a liquid state at standard room temperature due to its specific molecular structure?
Question 20 of 20