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The Male Reproductive System (1) If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is
the correct explanation oftlie assertion.
1. Which of the following is the longest part of the male (2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not
reproductive system? the correct explanation of the assertion.
(1) Penile urethra (2) Tubuli recti (3) If assertion is true, but reason is false.
(3) Ductuli efferentes (4) Vas deferens (4) If both assertion and reason are false.
2. The seminiferous tubules are lined by two types of cells, 8. The tunica albuginea is a connective tissue layer in
that is, the wall of testes, which divides testicular spaces into
(1) Sertoli cells and Leydig cells _x_ compattments called,testicular lobules. Each lobule
(2) Sertoli cells and Nurse cells contains __x_ highly folded seminiferous tubules in
(3) Spermatogonial cells and Sertoli cells which spermatogenesis occurs.
(4) Spermatogonial cells and Leydig cells
Choose the option which correctly fills blanks X andY.
3. Which of the following is an incorrect statement? (1) X: 50-100; Y: 3-5 (2) X: 200-250; Y: 1-3
(1) Sperms are produced by cells of seminiferous tubules. (3) X: 300-400; Y: 1-2 (4) X: 200-250; Y: 7-10
(2) Sugars that sperms use for energy are secreted by
prostate gland. 9. Read the following statements:
(3) Testis is the primary male sex organ. A. Testis is divided into lobules due to partitions that
(4) Testes are present outside the abdominal cavity in have developed from tunica albuginea.
scrotum. B. In males, the reproductive and excretory systems
4. Choose the correct path of sperm starting from the site of share urethra.
production to outside. ' C. Bulbourethral glands and prostate glands are paired
(1) Seminiferous tubules - Rete testis - Vasa in the male reproductive system.
efferentia - Epididymis - Ejaculatory duct - Vas D. Vasa efferentia are ductules leading from vas
deferens - Urethra deferens to urethra.
(2) Seminiferous tubules - Vas deferens - Rete testis Which of the statements are incorrect?
- Vasa efferentia - Epididymis - Ejaculatory (1) (A) and (B) (2) (B) and (C)
duct- Urethra (3) (C) and (D) (4) (A) and (D)
(3) Seminiferous tubules- Rete testis- Vasa
efferentia - Epididymis - Vas deferens - 10. The secretions of seminal plasma are
Ejaculatory duct- Urethra (1) Rich in fructose and calcium and don't have any
(4) Rete testis- Seminiferous tubules- Vas deferens enzymes
- Epididymis - Vasa efferentia - Ejaculatory duct (2) Rich in fructose and calcium and have certain
-Urethra enzymes
(3) Rich in glucose and calcium
5. Spot the odd one out from the following structures with
(4) Rich in glucose but lack calcium
reference to the male reproductive system.
(1) Rete testis (2) Epididymis 11. In humans, vasa efferentia leaves the testis and opens into
(3) Vasa efferentia (4) Isthmus epididymis located along the
6. Read the following statements and choose the correct (1) Anterior surface of testis
(2) Lower surface of testis
option.
(3) Posterior surface of testis
(1) The testes are situated inside the abdominal cavity.
(4) Superior surface of testis,
(2) In adults, each testis is oval in shape.
(3) Width of each testis is about 3 to 4 em .. 12. Which of the following is incorrect with respect to
(4) Length of testis is about 10 to 12 em. seminal vesicles?
7. Assertion: After puberty, the increased levels of GnRH (1) They are paired structures present in males.
acts at the posterior pituitary and stimulates the secretion (2) They contribute nearly 30% of seminal plasma.
of two gonadotropins LH and FSH. (3) They secrete fructose, prostaglandins, and fibrinogen.
(4) Their duct unites with vas deferens to form
Reason: LH acts on the Sertoli cells and FSH acts on the
ejaculatory duct.
Leydig cells.
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13. Which of the following secretions do not reach urethra 20. The vas deferens receives duct from the seminal vesicle
through ~jaculatory duct? and opens into urethra as
( 1) Secretions of seminal vesicle (1) Epididymis (2) Ejaculatory duct
(2) Secretions of prostate gland (3) Efferent ductule (4) Ureter
(3) Sperms 21. Names the hormones labeled A, B, C, and D.
(4) Fructose and prostaglandins
Hypothalamus I ~ I Pituitary I
14. Which of the following are accessory glands of the male
reproductive system?
(1) Prostate gland and Bartholin's system
(2) Glands of Skene and seminal vesicle
(3) Bulbourethral glands and greater vestibular glands
(4) Bulbourethral glands and seminal vesicle
15. Read the following statements and choose the incorrect
· option.
(1) The testis is covered by a loose covering. ~ecrete t Secrete

(2) The scrotum helps in maintaining the low temperature Inhibin

of the testes. (1) A-GnRH; B-LH; C-FSH; D-Androgens
(3) Each lobule contains one to three highly coiled (2) A-LH; B-GnRH; C-FSH; D-Androgens
seminiferous tubules. (3) A-FSH; B-LH; C-GnRH; D-Estradiol
(4) Penis is made up of special tissue that helps in (4) A-GnRH; B-FSH; C-LH; D-Androgens
erection of the penis to facilitate insemination.
22. Which of the following is an incorrect statement with
16. Which one of the following is not a male accessory respect to the male copulatory organ?
gland?
(1) The penis is the male organ of copulation.
(1) Seminal vesicle (2) Ampulla (2) It is made up of a special tissue that helps in erection
(3) Prostate (4) Bulbourethral gland of the penis to facilita\e insemination.
17. Which ofthe following is not a function ofSertoli cells? (3) The enlarged end of penis called the glans penis is
covered by a loose fold of skin called foreskin.
(1) They produce a glycoprotein inhibin to cause (4) None of the above
feedback inhibition ofFSH.
(2) They provide nourishment to developing 23. Which of the following is observed if testes are removed
spermatozoa. from a male's body? ·
(3) They form blood-testis barrier. · (1) Fall in levels of androgens and inhibin.
(2) Rise in levels of androgens and inhibin.
(4) They release relaxin and progesterone.
(3) Increase in levels of gonadotropins:
18. Which of the following statements is incorrect? (4) Both(1) and (3).
(1) The finat maturation of spermatozoa with respect to 24. Which of the following condition is observed if the
motility in humaris is completed in epididymis. temperature of scrotum rises by 2°C to 3°C?
(2) The cells that undergo spermatogenesis arise by
(1) It does not have any effect on fertility.
both mitosis and meiosis from spermatogonia.
(2) The testes are pulled into abdominal cavity, and
(3) Secretions of epididymis, vas deferens, seminal scrotum becomes empty.
vesicle, and prostate are essential for maturity and
(3) Spermatogenesis is inhibited, and the fertility is
motility of'sperms.
reduced.
(4) In testis, the regions outside the seminiferous (4) It causes accumulation of fluid in tunica vaginalis for
tubules called interstitial spaces contains small cooling testes.
blood vessels and interstitial cells or Leydig cells.
19; Which of the following is a correct sequence related to The Female Reproductive System
the contribution of following glands to seminal plasma in
25. Which of the following is an incorrect statement?
descending order?
(1) Mammary glands are modified sweat glands.
(1) Prostate ~Seminal vesicle~ Bulbourethral (2) Uterus is also called womb.
(2) Bulbourethral ·~ Prostate ~ Seminal vesicle (3) The greater vestibular glands are glands of Skene.
(3) Seminal vesicle ~ Prostate ~ Bulbourethral (4) Mons pubis is a cushion of fatty tissue covered with
(4) Prostate ~Bulbourethral~ Seminal vesicle skin and pubic hair.
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26. Which of the following is not included in the external 34. Match the column I with column II, and choose the
genitalia of females? correct option.
(1) Labia majora (2) Labia minora '8·
Column! ~ Column II
(3) Cervi;,. (4) Clitoris
a. Finger like structure 1. Infundibulum
27. Find the incorrect match.
b. Inverted pear like structure 2. Testes
(1) Myometrium: Smooth muscle layer that contracts
during parturition c. Funnel-shaped structure 3. Fimbriae
(2) Vagina: Lined internally by glands that are shed d. Oval shaped structure 4. Uterus
during menstruation
(1) a-1, b-4, c-3, d-2
(3) Fundus: Common site for implantation
(2) a-3, b-2, c-1, d-4
(4) Cervix and vagina: Birth canal
(3) a-4, b-3, c-2, d- 1
28. In the female external genitalia, the structure homologous (4) a-3, b-4, c-1, d-2
with penis of male is
35. In female external genitali~, a pair of large skin folds
(1) Vagina (2) Labia majora homologous with scrotum of male is
(3) Bartholin's glands (4) Clitoris (1) Labia majora (2) Labia minora
29. The hormones that act on ovaries for the secretion of (3) Fourchette (4) Clitoris
estrogen and progesterone are 36. Choose the correct sequence of ducts of mammary glands
(1) Gonadotropin releasing hormone (GnRH) from areolae toward alveoli.
(2) Gonadotropi,c hormones ( 1) Mammary duct-Mammary ampulla-Lactiferous
(3) Human chronic gonadotropin (hCG) duct-Mammary lobe
(4) Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) (2) Lactiferous duct-Mammary ampulla-Mammary
duct-Mammary lobe
30. The layer of uterus that undergoes cyclic changes during (3) Mammary lobes-Lacteriferous duct-Mammary
menstrual cycle is ampulla-Mammary duct
(1) Endometrium (2) Myometrium (4) Lactiferous duct-Mammary lobe-Mammary
(3) Perimetrium (4) Mesometrium duct-Mammary ampulla

31. Identify the odd one from the following : 37. Pick the odd one out from each series given below, and
(1) Labia minora (2) Fimbriae select the correct option.
(3) Infundibulum {4) Isthmus A: Vasa efferentia, epididymis, vas deferens, oviduct
B: Fallopian tube, uterus, vagina, scrotum
32. Read the following statements and choose the correct C: Seminal vesicle, prostate gland, bulbourethral
option. glands, Bartholin's glands
(1) Clitoris can also be broken by a sudden fall or jolt, D: Graafian follicle, corona radiata, acrosome, zona
insertion of a vaginal tampon, active participation in pellucida
some sports like horseback riding, cycling, etc. (1) A-oviduct; B-vagina; C-seminal vesicl~;

(2) Mammary lobes contain clusters of cells called D-acrosome

alveoli. (2) A-vas deferens; B-uterus; C-Bartholin's gland;
D-acrosome
(3) The alveoli open into mammary duct.
(3) A-oviduct; B-scrotum; C-Bartholin's gland;
(4) The tubules of each lobe join to form lactiferous D-acrosome
duct. · (4) A-epididymis; B- uterus; C- prostate gland; D-zona
33. Assertion: In breast, several mammary ducts join to form pellucida
a wider mammary ampulla. 38. What would happen to the level of gonadotropins after
Reason: Mammary ampulla is connected to lactiferous surgical removal of ovaries? .
duct through which milk is sucked out. (1) Blood gonadotropin level will fall.
(1) If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is (2) Gonadotropin production will stop.
the correct explanation of the assertion. (3) Blood gonadotropin levels will rise markedly.
(2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not (4) Blood gonadotropin levels will remain same.
the correct explanation of the assertion. 39. The glands present in vagina are
(3) If assertion is true, but reason is false. (1) Modified sweat glands
(4) If both assertion and reason are false. (2) Modified sebaceous glands
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(3) Both (1) and (2) (B) Fallopian tube (ii) Fimbriae
(4) Vagina is devoid of glands
(C) Ampulla (iii) Hystera
40. Consider the following three statements related to (D) Infundibulum (iv) Site of fertilization
mammary glands, and select which ones are true (T) and
(1) A-i; B-iii; C-ii; D-iv
which ones are false (F).
(2) A-iii; B-i; C-iv; D-ii
A: Mammary glands are paired structures with glandular (3) A-ii; B-i; C-iii; D-iv
tissues and variable amounts of fat. (4) A-iv; B-iii; C-ii; D-i
B: The glandular tissue of each breast is divided into
25 to 30 mammary lobes containing clusters of cells 46. Find the odd one out related to their number in the human
called alveoli. reproductive system.
C: The alveoli opens into mammary ducts and these ( 1) Vagina, clitoris, penis, prostate, mons pubis
ducts from each lobe unite to form tubules. (2) Ovaries, mammary gland, labia minora, epididymis
(1) A-T;B-F;C-T (3) Testes, ovaries, vasa efferentia, Bartholin's glands
(2) A- T; B - F; C - F (4) Prostate, vagina, bulbourethral gland, ovaries
(3) A- F; B- T; C- F 47. Which of the following structure is not included among
(4) A - T; B - T; C - F
female accessory ducts?
41. All of the following statements about mammary glands (1) Uterus (2) Vagina
are correct except one. Which one is wrong? (3) Fallopian tubes (4) Labia majora
(1) A functional mammary gland is characteristic of all 48. Which of the following is an incorrect statement with
female mammals respect to uterus?
(2) The glandular tissue of each breast is divided into
(1) The shape ofuterus is like an inverted pear.
15 to 20 mammary lobes containing clusters of cells
(2) It is supported by ligaments attached to the pelvic
called alveoli.
wall.
(3) Milk is sucked out through lactiferous ducts.
(3) Uterus opens into vagina through a narrow cervix.
(4) Mammary glands act as both exocrine and endocrine
(4) Uterus is located in pelvis between pubic symphysis
glands. and urinary bladder. ·
42. The part of fallopian tube with finger-like projections 49. Choose the correct option with respect to the labelling of
called fimbriae is the diagram given.
(1) Ampulla (2) Isthmus
(3) Infundibulum (4) Corpus
43. Identify the incorrect statement.
(1) The largest part of fallopian tube is ampulla.
(2) Primary sex organs produce gametes and sex
hormones.
(3) Clitoris is a tiny finger-like structure that lies at the
upper junction of two labia minora above the urethral
opening.
(4) Epididymis is an intermediate structure between rete
testis and vas efferentia.
(1) !-Endometrium; III-Isthmus, V-Uterus
44. How many of the following structures are paired in
(2) II-Perimetrium; !-Myometrium, IV-Ampulla
human?
(3) !-Endometrium; V--Cervical canal, IV-Fimbriae
Ovary, Oviduct, Prostate gland, Uterus, Cervix,
(4) III-Ampulla; V-Uterus, VI--Cervical canal
Vagina, Hymen, Bulbourethral gland, Seminal vesicle,
Penis 50. The opening of vagina is covered partially by a membrane
called
(1) Four (2) Five
( 1) Labia minora (2) Hymen
(3) Six (4) Seven
(3) Clitoris (4) Labia majora
45. Match the options given in Column I with those of
Column II. 51. Which of the following is a mismatch?
(1) Penis: Male copulatory organ
1111 Column I ~ Columnll (2) Glans penis: Derived from corpus spongiosum
(A) Uterus (i) Ciliated columnar (3) Ovarian follicles: Peripheral cortex of ovarian stroma
epithelium (4) Birth canal: Uterine cavity and cervical canal
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52. Identify the wrong statement. (1) Ifboth assertion and reason are true and the reason is
(1) Androgens are secreted by Leydig cells. the correct explanation of the assertion.
(2) Ovary is the chief source of estrogen and progesterone (2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not
in females. the correct explanation of the assertion.
(3) If assertion is true, but reason is false .
(3) Gonadotropins secreted by anterior pituitary are
(4) If both assertion and reason are false .
steroidal in nature.
(4) Testosterone maintains hormonal balance in males 60. Read the following ·statements. Which of the following
by giving negative feedback to hypothalamus. are correct?
A. Middle piece of sperm provides the energy for
53. Which of the following is observed in a women who has locomotion of sperm to the site of fertilization.
undergone hysterectomy? B. It takes nearly 2 hours for sperms to reach the site of
( 1) Ovulation fertilization following ejaculation.
(2) Completion of meiosis I in ovarian follicle C. Secondary spermatocyte is the first haploid
. (3) Menstruation intermediate during spermatogenesis.
(4) Both (1) and (2) D. New oogonial cells are formed in female body
throughout life.
Gametogenesis: Spermatogenesis (1) (A) and (B) (2) (B) and (C)
(3) (A) and (C) ( 4) (C) and (D)
54. The haploid stages during spermatogenesis are
(1) Spermatogonia and spermatids 61. How many spermatozoa will be produced by 200 primary
(2) Spermatozoa and primary spermatocyte spermatocytes and how many ova are produced by 100
(3) Secondary spermatocyte and spermatids primary oocytes?
(4) Secondary spermatocyte and spermatogonia (1) 400 sperms+ 100 ova
(2) 200 sperms+ 100 ova
55. Which of the following is an incorrect statement?
(3) 800 sperms+ 100 ova
(I) Each primary spermatocyte gives rise to four sperms. (4) 200 sperms+ 200 ova
(2) Each primary oocyte gives rise to one ovum.
(3) Spermatogenesis begins at puberty while oogenesis 62. Which of the following organelle is present in the middle
begins before birth. piece of human sperm?
(4) Oogenesis begins at puberty while spermatogenesis (1) Nucleus (2) Acrosome
begins before birth. (3) Golgi complex (4) Mitochondria
56. Which of the following undergoes the first meiotic 63. Read the following statements:
division leading to formation of two equal, haploid cells A . Mitochondria forms the acrosomal cap of sperm.
with 23 chromosomes? B. Proximal centriole forms the axial filament.
( 1) Primary spermatocyte C. Head of sperm has the mitochondria for energy
(2) Secondary spermatocyte source.
(3) Spermatogonia D. Distal centriole helps in cleavage division of the
(4) Primary oocyte fertilized egg.
E. Flagellar tail is responsible for sperm motility.
57. Sertoli cells secrete some factors that promote the process Which of the above statements is/are correct?
of (1) (A) and (D) (2) (B) and (E)
(1) Spermiation (2) Spermiogenesis (3) Only (D) (4) Only (E)
(3) Spermatocytogenesis (4) None of the above
64. Which of the following is the correct sequence in the
58. Seminal plasma, the fluid part of semen, is contributed process of spermatogenesis?
by (1) Spermatogonia-Spermatids-Spermatozoa-Pri-
i. Seminal vesicle ii. Prostate mary spermatocyte-~Secondary spermatocyte
iii. Urethra iv. Bulbourethral gland (2) Spermatogonia-Primary spermatocyte-Secondary
(I) i and ii (2) i, ii and iv spermatocyte -spermatids-Sperrnatozoa
(3) ii, iii and iv (4) i and iv (3) Spermatozoa-Spermatids-Primary spermatocyte
-secondary spermatocyte
59. Assertion: For normal fertility at least 40 per cent of
(4) Spematids-Primary spermatocyte-Secondary
ejaculated sperms must have normal shape and size and
spermatocyte-Spermatozoa
at least 60 per cent of them must show vigorous motility.
Reason: The semen along with the sperms is called the 65. The process of transformation of spermatids to
seminal plasma. spermatozoa is called
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(1) Spermiation (2) Spermiogenesis (2) It is diploid in nature.
(3) Spermatogenesis (4) Spermatocytogenesis (3) It undergoes meiosis to form four equal sized
spermatids.
66. Which of the following hormones controls the process of
(4) It is seen in the lining of seminal vesicles.
spermiogenesis?
(1) Luteinizing hormone 73. The diagram given below shows human sperm cell.
(2) Follicle-stimulating hormone Select the correct option for the explanation of the parts
(3) Interstitial cell stimulating hormone labeled A, B, C, and D.
Plasma
(4) Gonadotropin-releasing hormone
67. Secretion of which glands and ducts is essential for the
maturation and motility of sperms?
(1) Vas deferens, Bartholin's glands, prostate gland
(2) Vasa efferentia, lesser vestibular glands, vas deferens
(3) Epididymis, seminal vesicle, prostate gland, vas
deferens
(4) Prostate glands, bulbourethral glands, vas deferens
68. Spermiation is the process of the release of sperms from
(1) Seminiferous tubules (2) Vas deferens
(3) Epididymis (4) Prostate gland
69. The immature male germ cell undergo division to produce (1) A-Acrosome filled with sperm lysins; B-Neck
sperms by the process of spermatogenesis. Choose the containing mitochondria
correct one with reference to above. (2) B-Neck containing centrioles; C- Middle piece with
(1) Spermatogonia has 46 chromosomes and always spiral mitochondria
undergoes meiotic cell division. (3) A-Acrosome derived from Golgi bodies; C-Middle
(2) Primary spermatocytes divide by mitotic cell piece with elongated haploid nucleus
division. (4) B-Neck with centrioles; D--Ciliated tail providing
(3) Secondary spermatocytes have 23 chromosomes and motility to sperms '
undergo second meiotic division. 74. Which of the following is correct with respect to
(4) Spermatozoa are transformed into spermatids. spermatogonia cells?
70. Match between the following representing parts of the (1) They are haploid with 23 chromosomes.
sperm and their functions and choose the correct option. (2) They are present on the outer side of seminiferous
tubules.
IR ColumnA" ColumnB (3) They increase in number by mitosis.
A. Head I. Enzymes (4) They undergo meiotic division "to form primary
spermatocyte.
B. Middle piece u. Sperm motility
C. Acrosome iii. Energy 75. During spermatogenesis, the phase of maturation involves
(1) The formation of primary spermatocyte from
D. Tail iv. Genetic material
spermatogonial cells
Options: (2) The mitotic divisions of spermatogonia cells
(1) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii (3) The formation of spermatids from primary
(2) A-iv, B-iii, C-i, D-ii spermatocyte through meiosis
(3) A-iv, B-i, C-ii, D-iii (4) The conversion of spermatid to spermatozoa
(4) A-ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv 76. Which among the following has 23 chromosomes?
(1) Spermatogonia (2) Zygote
71. Which of the following process indicates the separation
(3) Secondary oocyte (4) Oogonia
of connection of sperm and Sertoli cells?
(1) Spermiogenesis (2) Spermiation 77. Which of the following represents reduction division
(3) Spermatocytogenesis (4) Spermatogenesis during the process of spermatogenesis?
( 1) Formation of primary spermatocyte from
72. Which of the following is incorrect with respect to spermatogonia
primary spermatocyte? (2) Formation of secondary spermatocyte from primary
(1) It is formed from spermatogonia cell. spermatocyte
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(3) Formation of spermatid from secondary spermatocyte (1) Meiosis I is arrested in prophase stage in embryonic
(4) Formation of spermatozoa from spermatid life.
(2) The flrst polar body retains a very small amount of
78. The diagram of the sectional view of a seminiferous
cytoplasm from primary oocyte.
tubule is shown below. Choose the correct option that
(3) At puberty, both ovaries together have 60,000 to
includes all diploid cells.
80,000 functional follicles .
(4) Each primary oocyte forms one ovum.
85. How many of the following structures contain 46
chromosomes?
Spermatogonia, Secondary spermatocyte, Secondary
oocyte, Spermatozoa, Oogonia, Polar body, Primary
oocyte, Spermatid
A (1) Four (2) Five
(3) Six . (4) Three
86. During oogenesis, the flrst meiotic division begins
(1) Just after birth (2) At puberty
(1) A, B · (2) C, D, E (3) Before birth (4) At menarche
(3) A, B, C (4) A,B,E
87. Consider the following four statements, and state which
79. Once ejaculated, most sperms do not survive more than ones are true (T) and which ones are false (F).
_ _ hours within the female reproductive tract. A. Meiosis I is unequal in females during oogenesis.
(1) 12-24 (2) 6 B. The cells that undergo spermatogenesis arise by both
(3) 2-3 (4) 48 mitosis and meiosis from spermatogonia
C. During multiplication phase of spermatogenesis,
80. Which of the following is an incorrect statement?
' spermatids are converted into spermatozoa
(1) If sperms enter directly into the vas deferens from D. The flrst meiotic division during oogenesis is
seminiferous tubules, it may lead to infertility. completed in tertiary follicle.
(2) Normal sperm production requires a temperature (1) A-T; B-T; C-F; D-F
2°C to 3°C below the body temperature (2) A-T; B-F; C-F; D-T
(3) Ejaculation of semen is under the control of (3) A-F; B-T; C-T; D-F
parasympathetic nervous system (4) A-T; B-F; C-T; D-F
(4) In the absence of acrosome, the sperm cannot
penetrate the egg 88. Which of the following is released with the rupture of
Graafian follicle?
Gametogenesis: Oogenesis ( 1) Primary oocyte (2) Secondary oocyte
81. During oogenesis, the secondary oocyte is formed in (3) Oogonium (4) Second polar body
(1) Ovary (2) Uterus 89. During oogenesis, the completion offrrst meiotic division
(3) Fallopian tube (4) Vagina in primary oocyte results in the formation of
(1) Diploid secondary oocyte and frrst polar body
82. Unequal meiotic division is seen during
(2) Haploid secondary oocyte and second polar body
( 1) Formation of secondary spermatocyte
(3) Haploid secondary oocyte and frrst polar body
(2) Formation of primary spermatocyte
(4) Diploid secondary oocyte and second polar body
(3) Formation of primary oocyte
(4) Formation of secondary oocyte 90. Read the following statements and choose the incorrect
option.
83. Find the incorrect statement.
(1) Oogenesis is markedly different from
(1) During oogenesis, meiosis II is completed in
spermatogenesis.
fallopian tube.
(2) More and more oogonia are formed and added after
(2) Ovum moves due to ciliary action of cells lining the
birth.
oviducts.
(3) The middle piece of mitochondria possesses
(3) Acrosome has enzymes called sperm lysins.
numerous mitochondria, which produce energy for
(4) During oogenesis, meiosis I is completed in
the movement of tail that facilitate sperm motility
secondary follicle .
essential for fertilisation.
84. Read the following statements with respect to oogenesis. (4) First meiotic division of oogonia is completed prior
Find the incorrect statement. to ovulation.
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91. Assertion: The process of oogenesis is markedly different (3) A-Prophase I; B-Secondary oocyte; C-Secondary
from spermatogenesis. follicle
Reason: Oogenesis is initiated during the embryonic
(4) A-Prophase II; B-Secondary oocyte; C-Secondary
follicle
development stage when a couple of million gamete
mother cells (oogonia) are formed in both foetal ovary 96. Choose the correct option.
and their number keeps <'m increasing even after birth. a I~ " Haploid~ "' a Diploid' .~ II
( 1) If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is
the correct explanation of the assertion. (1) Primary oocyte Spermatid
(2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not (2) Spermatozoa Ovum
the correct explanation of the assertion. (3) Secondary oocyte Spermatogonium
(3) If assertion is true, but reason is false .
(4) Ovum Secondary spermatocyte
(4) If both assertion and reason are false.
92. Mark the odd item in each series, and select the correct 97. Mark the incorrect statement regarding gametogenesis in
. option. humans .
·A. Primary oocyte, ovum, secondary oocyte, spermatid (1) The first meiotic division during oogenesis is
B. Secondary spermatocyte, spermatozoa, polar body, unequal and results in the formation of large haploid
primary spermatocyte secondary oocytes and tiny first polar body.
C. Bulbourethral glands, seminal vesicle, prostate (2) Oogenesis is initiated during embryonic development
gland, paraurethral gland stage when a couple of million oogonia are formed
D. Uterus, fallopian tube, vagina, testis within each fetal ovary.
(1) A-Spermatid; B-Spermatozoa; C-Prostate gland; (3) The number of chromosomes of primary
D-Uterus spermatocyte is same as that of spermatogonia cell.
(2) A-Spermatid; B-Polar body; C-Paraurethral gland; (4) The fmal maturation of spermatozoa with respect to
D-Testis motility in humans is completed in testis itself.
(3) A-Ovum; B-Primary spermatocyte; C-Seminal 98. Which of the following is true with respect to oocytes?
vesicle; D-Fallopian tube ( 1) The females stop produc~g oocytes with the onset of
(4) A-Primary oocyte; B-Polar body; C-Prostate gland; menopause.
D-Uterus (2) Oocytes are produced by females throughout
93. Which of the following process results in the formation of adolescence.
first polar body during oogenesis? (3) Oocytes are stored in the medulla of ovary.
(4) At birth, the female has produced all the oocytes she
(1) First mitotic division
will ever produce.
(2) First meiotic division
(3) Second meiotic division 99. Assertion: In the foetal ovary, oogonia start division,
(4) Second mitotic division enter into prophase-! of the meiotic division and get
94. Which of the following is an incorrect statement? temporarily arrested at that stage, are called primary
follicles.
( 1) The egg after coming out of ovary enters the fallopian
tube in the secondary' oocyte stage. Reason: Each primary follicle then gets surrounded by a
(2) During meiosis I in female, the secondary oocyte layer of granulosa cells and is called primary oocyte.
retains bulk of cytoplasm. (1) If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is
(3) Retention of more cytoplasm in ovum provides it the correct explanation of the assertion.
with sufficient nutrients during development. (2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not
(4) After spermiogenesis, the sperm head remains the correct explanation of the assertion.
embedded in the interstitial cells. (3) If assertion is true, but reason is false.
(4) If both assertion and reason are false.
95. Fill in the blanks in the following paragraph by selecting
the correct option. 100. Which of the following is incorrect statement with respect
During oogenesis, oogonial cells start division and enter to menstrual cycle?
into _A_ of meiotic division and get temporarily arrested . (1) The uterine changes are induced by hormones
at that stage, called _B
__. This oocyte gets surrounded secreted by ovary
by granulosa cells and then called _C_. (2) Fluid-filled cavity called antrum is seen in secondary
(1) A-Metaphase II; B-Primary oocyte; C-Prirnary follicle
follicle (3) The hormone essential for maintenance of the
(2) A-Prophase I; B-Primary oocyte; C-Primary follicle endometrium is progesterone
(4) The luteal phase is also called secretory phase
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101. Which of the following is/are correct statements? (1) Positive feedback ofFSH on hypothalamus
A. A well-developed fluid filled cavity called antrum is (2) Negative feedback of estrogen on the anterior
found in tertiary follicle . pituitary
B. The non-cellular layer secreted by secondary oocyte (3) Positive feedback of estrogen on the anterior pituitary
is corona radiata. (4) Negative feedback ofFSH on hypothalamus
C. Secondary oocyte is released following the rupture
of Graafian follicle. 107. The levels of which of the following hormone peaks
D. Theca extema and theca intema layers are present in around 20th to 21 51 day of menstrual cycle?
secondary follicle. (1) Estrogen (2) Progesterone
(1) (A) and (B) (2) (B) and (D) (3) FSH (4) LH
(3) (A) and (C) (4) (C) and (D)
102. If the reproductive life lasted 40 years in a female, then the 108. Read the following statements regarding menstrual cycle.
Which of the following is incorrect?
number of first polar bodies formed during this duration are
(1) 800-900 (2) 480-500 (1) Follicular phase is also called proliferative phase.
(3) 600-800 (4) 50-100 (2) Menarche is the stage when hymen breaks down.
(3) Corpus luteum is . developed from the left-over
103. Which of the following represents the composition of
follicle after the release of ovum.
primary follicle?
(4) Menopause is the stage in women's life at the age of
(1) SeGondary oocyte surrounded by numerous granulosa 50 years when the uterine bleeding stops.
cell layers
(2) Primary oocyte surrounded by a layer of granulosa 109. At the time of ovulation
cells (1 j The peak of estrogen is higher than LH
(3) Large follicle with secondary oocyte and a fluid (2) The peak ofFSH is higher than LH
filled antrum. (3) The peak ofLH is higher than FSH
(4) Primary oocyte and many layers of theca cells
(4) The peak of progesterone is higher than estrogen
104. At birth, the female's ovary contains a couple of million
110. Menstruation can be postponed by administering
follicles, each with' a developing ovum that has begun
(1) Anti-progesterone drugs
meiosis but it remains arrested in prophase of the first
meiotic division. At this stage, these cells are called (2) FSH
(1) Primary oocyte (2) Secondary oocyte (3) Progesterone-like drugs
(3) Secondary follicle (4) Tertiary oocyte (4) Estrogen antagonist

105. Which of the following is correct with respect to labeling 111. Identify the correct statement from the following:
of the sectional view of the ovary? (1) High levels of estrogen triggers the ovulatory surge.
c B (2) Oogonial cells start to proliferate and give rise
Blood to functional ova in regular cycles from puberty
onwards.
(3) Sperms released from seminiferous tubules are .highly
motile.
(4) Progesterone level is high during the post ovulatory
phase of menstrual cycle.

112. Match the columns.

Column I
.. ~

Cqlumnll ''
E (a) FSH 1. Prepare endometrium for
(1) A-Graafian follicle; E-Secondary follicle implantation
(2) C-Primary follicle; D-Corpus luteum (b) LH 2. Develops female secondary
(3) A-Graafian follicle; E-Corpus luteum sexual characters
(4) B-Tertiary follicle; E-Graafian follicle (c) Progesterone 3. Contraction of uterine wall
(d) Estrogen 4. Development of corpus
Menstrual Cycle luteum
106. Which of the following is the cause ofLH surge that takes 5. Maturation of Graafian
place in the middle of menstrual cycle? follicle
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a b c d (2) Regeneration of endometrium occurs through

(1) 5 4 1 2 proliferation.
(2) 4 5 2 (3) Endometrium becomes more vascular and glandular.
(3) 4 3 2 5 (4) Strong contractions of myometrium are observed.
(4) 5 1 2 4
120. The membranous cover of the ovum at ovulation is
113. Read the given statements and choose the correct option. (I) Corona radiata (2) Zona radiata
Statement 1: Follicular phase of menstrual cycle is also (3) Zona pellucida · (4) Chorion
called proliferative phase.
121. Read the following statements and choose the incorrect
Statement D: During this period, Graafian follicle
option.
secretes oestrogen which cause enlargement of
(I) Cyclic menstruation extends between menarche and
endometrium of uterus.
menopause.
(1) Both statement I and statement II are true.
(2) In the presence of fertilisation, the corpus luteum
(2) Both statement I and statement II are false.
degenerates.
(3) Statement I is true and statement II is false.
(3) Degeneration of corpus luteum causes disintegration
.(4) Statement I is false and statement II is true. of the endometrium leading to menstruation, marking
114. Read the given statements. a new cycle.
A. Lack of menstruation may be indicative of pregnancy. (4) The reproductive cycle in the female primates
B. During menopause, the estrogen levels decrease, (e.g., monkeys, apes, and human beings) is called
while the FSH and LH secretion increases. menstrual cycle
C. During menstrual cycle, the corpus luteum is formed 122. The primary cause of the sloughing of endometrium
during follicular phase.
accompanied by bleeding is
D. Lack of menstruation may be caused by stress, poor
health, and poor diet (I) Rupturing of follicle
How many of these statements are correct? (2) Surge in levels of LH and FSH
(1) One (2) Two (3) Degeneration of corpus luteum
(3) Three (4) Four (4) Formation of Graafian follicle
115. In the absence of pregnancy, corpus luteum 123. Find the incorrect statement. '
(1) Turns into corpus callosum (I) The levels of estrogen and progesterone are minimum
(2) Is maintained by progesterone at the time of bleeding.
(3) Degenerates into corpus albicans (2) In the absence of fertilization, the corpus luteum
(4) Continues to secrete progesterone degenerates.
116. Menstruation occurs due to abrupt decrease in the level of (3) Secondary oocyte is released from ovary during
(1) LH (2) FSH ovulation, but second meiotic division is completed
(3) Progesterone (4) Estrogen only when sperm enters the ovum during fertilization.
(4) Myometrium of uterine wall is highly vascular and
117. Identify the correct statement regarding menstrual cycle. glandular and shows maximum changes during
(1) The luteal phase of menstrual cycle lasts 7-8 days menstrual cycle.
(2) The endometrial wa'll is sloughed off during
124. Mark the site where the receptors for FSH and LH are
proliferative phase
present.
(3) During a menstrual cycle, ovulation occurs at the end
of proliferative phase (I) Endometrium
(4) During menstruation, the myometrium of uterine (2) Endometrium and myometrium
wall is shed along with the blood that does not clot. (3) Ovarian cells
(4) Only myometrium
118. Identify the wrong statement.
125. Ovulation takes place in the middle of the menstrual
(1) Menses take place for 3-5 days.
cycle under the influence of
(2) Approximately 40-50 mL blood loss takes place in
(I) High levels of progesterone
each cycle.
(2) High levels ofLH
(3) Corpus luteum is also called yellow body.
(3) High level of estrogen and FSH
(4) Menstrual fluid can clot easily. (4) High level ofGnRH
119. Which of the following statement is applicable to the 126. Which of the following hormones stimulates follicular
luteal phase of menstrual cycle? development as well as secretion of estrogen by growing
(I) Development of follicle takes place. follicle?
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(1) LH (2) Progesterone 134. The extrusion of second polar body from the egg nucleus
(3) FSH (4) Estrogen occurs
127. Which of the following is incorrect with respect to luteal/ (1) Inside ovary
secretory phase of menstrual cycle? (2) In uterine cavity
(1) Relaxation of the wall of uterus due to high levels of (3) In the fallopian tube after the contact of the sperm
progesterone. with zona pellucida and before the completion of
(2) Formation of corpus luteum from ruptured Graafian fertilization
follicle. (4) In the fallopian tube ·after the entry of the sperm into
(3) Sharp decline in progesterone levels if fertilization the cytoplasm of ovum and before the completion of
takes place. fertilization
(4) Endometrial glands grow and prepare to receive the
embryo. 135. Which of the following statement is incorrect?

128. Menstrual cycle in human female starts with (1) For fertilization to occur, the sperm and ovum
are transported simultaneously at the site of
(1) Ovulatory phase (2) Proliferative phase
fertilization.
(3) Secretory phase (4) Menstrual phase
(2) Several changes take place in zona pellucida after a
129. Decline in which of the following hormones results in the sperm binds to it to prevent polyspermy.
degeneration of corpus luteum during a menstrual cycle? (3) The functional maturation of spermatozoa in order to
(1) FSB (2) Progesterone fertilize a secondary oocyte in female genital tract is
(3) LH (4) Estrogen called spermiogenesis.
130. Maintenance. of hygiene and sanitation during (4) Fertilization restores the normal diploid state of
menstruation is very important. Which of the following nucleus in the zygote.
statements is incorrect about maintenance of hygiene? 136. Mark the wrong statement.
(1) Take bath and clean yourself regularly
(l) Fertilization of egg by sperm takes place in the
(2) Use sanitary napkins or clean homemade pad
fallopian tube.
(3) Change sanitary napkins or homemade pads after
every 2-3 days as per the requirement ' (2) Sperms reach the site of fertilization nearly 30
(4) Dispose off the used sanitary napkins by properly minutes after ejaculation.
wrapping it with a used paper. (3) Human egg is most likely to be fertilized immediately
after ovulation as its life span is 24 hours.
131. Mature Graafian follicle is generally present in the ovary
(4) [Link] at 8- to 16-celled stage is called gastrula.
of a healthy human female around
(1) 5-8 day of menstrual cycle 137. Choose the incorrect statement from the following:
(2) 11-17 day of menstrual cycle (1) In birds and mammals, internal fertilisation takes
(3) 18-23 day of menstrual cycle place.
(4) 24-28 day of menstrual cycle (2) Colostrum contains antibodies and nutrients.
132. Which of the following events is not linked with ovulation? (3) Polyspermy in mammals is prevented by the chemical
(l) Surge in levels of LH changes in the egg surface. ·
(2) Positive feedback of estrogen on gonadotropins (4) In human female, implantation occurs almost seven
(3) Bursting of Graafian follicle days after fertilisation.
(4) Release of primary oocyte
138. Assertion: All copulations cannot lead to fertilisation and
Fertilisation and Implantation pregnancy.
Reason: Fertilisation can only occur if the ovum and
133. Find out the incorrect statement.
sperms are transported simultaneously to the ampullary
(1) Sperm lysins contain hyaluronidase, which dissolve region.
mucopolysaccharides that glue the follicular cells.
(2) The primary oocyte within the tertiary follicle (l) If both assertion and ~eason are true and the reason is
completes its frrst meiotic division. the correct explanation of the assertion.
(3) The second meiotic division is completed in secondary (2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not
oocyte when the sperm touches zona pellucida. the correct explanation of the assertion.
(4) The secretions of epididymis, vas deferens, seminal (3) If assertion is true, but reason is false.
vesicles, and prostate gland are essential for maturation
(4) If both assertion and reason are false.
and motility of sperms.
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139. Match the following and choose the correct options: (1) B~A~C~D (2) C~B~A~D

Column II (3) C~B~D~A (4) A~D~C~B

"' Column I
"'
A. Trophoblast 1. Embedding of blastocyst in 146. Implantation of embryo with the uterine lining
the endometrium immediately leads to
B. Cleavage 11. Group of cells that would (1) Formation of umbilical cord
differentiate as embryo (2) Rise in progesterone levels
c. Inner cell mass 111. Outer layer of blastocyst (3) Contraction of myometrium
attached to the endometrium (4) Fetal ejection reflex
D. Implantation IV. Mitotic divisions of zygote 147. Acrosomal reaction of the sperm occurs due to
Options: ( 1) Its contact with zona pellucida of the ova
(2) Reactions within the uterine environment of the
(1) A--ii, B-i, C-iii, D-iv
female
(2) A-iii, B-iv, C-ii, D-i
(3) Reactions within the epididymal environment of the
(3) A-iii, B-i, C-ii, D-iv
male
(4) A-ii, B-iv, C-iii, D-i
(4) Androgens produced in the uterus
140. Embedding of the blastocyst into endometrium of uterus
is immediately followed by 148. Read the given statements and choose the correct option.
( 1) Removal of zona pellucida wrapped over embryo Statement I: The embryo with 8 to 16 blastomeres is
(2) Secretion ofhCG by placenta called a morula.
(3) Secretion ofLH by placenta Statement II: The blastomeres in the morula are arranged
(4) Secretion ofhCG by hypoblast into an outer layer called trophoblast and an inner group
141. Read the following statements and choose the correct of cells attached to trophoblast called the inner cell mass.
option. ( 1) Both statement I and statement II are true.
Statement 1: hCG prevents the regression of corpus (2) Both statement I and statement II are false.
luteum if fertilization takes place. (3) Statement I is true and statement II is false.
Statement II: Falling levels ofLH cause degeneration of (4) Statement I is false and sta!ement II is true.
corpus luteum in a regular menstrual cycle. 149. During the process offertilization, the sequence of layers
(1) Both statements are correct. crossed by sperm are
(2) Both statements are incorrect. (1) Zona pellucida - Corona radiata - Theca extema
(3) Only statement I is correct. - Plasma membrane of oocyte
(4) Only statement II is correct. (2) Corona radiata- Zona pellucida- Perivitelline space
142. In human female, the blastocyst - Plasma membrane of oocyte
(1) Gets implanted into uterus 4 days after ovulation (3) Perivitelline space- Zona pellucida- Corona radiata
(2) Forms placenta even before implantation - Plasma membrane of oocyte ·
(3) Gets implanted in endometrium by the trophoblast (4) Theca intema - Zona pellucida ~ Corona radiata
(4) Gets nutrition from yolk present within the embryo - Plasma membrane of oocyte
143. What happens during fertilization in humans after many 150. Following is the diagrammatic representation of ovum
sperms reach close to the ovum? surrounded by few sperms. Choose the correct option
(1) Only two sperms nearest to the ovum penetrate zona with respect to structures labeled as A, B, and C.
pellucida
(2) Cells of corona radiata trap all sperms except one
(3) Secretions of acrosome helps one sperm to enter
cytoplasm of ovum through zona pellucida
(4) All sperms except one nearest to the ovum lose their
tails
Which of the following is not formed prior to the entry of
sperm?
(1) Oogonia (2) Primary oocyte
B
(3) Secondary oocyte (4) Second polar body
145. Choose the correct option with respect to the events of
human reproductive system.
A. Cortical reaction B. Capacitation
C. Spermiogenesis D. Acrosomal reaction c
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(1) A-Perivitelline space; B-Zona pellucida; C- Corona (1) After frrst month
radiata (2) During third month
(2) A-Zona pellucida; B-Corona radiata; C-Perivitelline (3) During fifth month
space (4) At the end of second trimester
(3) A-Pervitelline space; B-Corona radiata; C-Zona
158. Which of the following is incorrect with respect to fetal
pellucida
development?
(4) A-Corona radiata; B-Zona pellucida; C-Periviteline
space (1) Trophoblast differentiates into cytotrophoblast and
syncytiotrophoblast.
151. Which of the following forms the outer wall of blastocyst? (2) By the end of the second month of pregnancy, the
(I) Zona pellucida (2) Corona radiata fetus develops limbs and digits.
(3) Trophoblast (4) Inner cells mass (3) By the end of24 weeks, the body is covered with fme
hair, eyelids separate, and eyelashes are formed.
152. Which of the following embryonic stages attaches to the
(4) First heartbeats of fetus are observed in the fifth
endometrial lining of uterus for further development?
month.
(1) Gastrula (2) Morula
(3) Blastocyst (4) Zygote 159. Which of the following contains stem cells?
153. Morula is a developmental stage (I) Colostrum (2) Inner cells mass
(3) Decidua capsularis (4) Uterine endometrium
(1) Between the zygote and blastocyst
(2) Between the blastocyst and gastrula 160. Mark the wrong statement.
(3) After the implantation (1) In humans, all the three germinal layers are derived
(4) Between implantation and parturition from inner cells mass.
154. Read the given statements and choose the correct option. (2) Formation of three germinal layers is called
blastogenesis.
Statement I: Implantation is the process of attachment of
(3) Cells of primitive streak form mesoderm.
blastocyst on uterine endometrium.
{4) Morula appears like mulberry fruit.
Statement II: Implantation takes place the day after
fertilisation. '
161. The separation of eyelids and the formation of eyelashes
are observed in the developing fetus in/by
(1) Both statement I and statement II are true.
(2) Both statement I and statement II are false. (I) Fifth month (2) First trimester
(3) Statement I is true and statement II is false. (3) End of24 weeks (4) First trimester
(4) Statement I is false and statement II is true. 162. Which of the following hormones is not secreted by
155. Assertion: After fusion of the male and female gametes, human placenta?
the zygote would carry either XX or XY depending on (1) hCG (2) Estrogens
whether the sperm carrying X or Y fertilised the ovum. (3) Progesterone (4) LH
Reason: 50 per cent of sperms carry the X chromosome 163. Assertion: During pregnancy, the levels of hormones like
while the other 50 percent carry theY chromosome. estrogens, progestrogen, cortisol, prolactin, thyroxine,
(I) If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is etc., are increased several folds in the maternal blo_od.
the correct explanation of the assertion. Reason: Increased production of these hormones is not
(2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not essentially required for supporting the foetal growth.
the correct explanation of the assertion. (1) If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is
(3) If assertion is true, but reason is false. the correct explanation of the assertion.
(4) If both assertion and reason are false. (2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not
the correct explanation of the assertion.
Pregnancy and Embryonic Development (3) If assertion is true, but reason is false.
156. Which ofthe following is a correct sequence of embryonic (4) lfboth assertion and reason are false.
development? 164. Match the item under column I with those under column
(1) Zygote- Blastula- Morula- Gastrula II. Select the correct option.
(2) Zygote- Morula - Blastula - Gastrula
(3) Morula- Zygote- Blastula- Gastrula ~
"' · II
_"{::olumn l ~~"
. II 11 Columnit -
(4) Zygote- Gastrula- Blastula- Morula i. 2"dmonth of p. Heart beat can be heard with a
157. During which month of pregnancy, the first fetal pregnancy stethescope
movements and appearance of hair on the head are ii. 1'1 month of q. Limb buds differentiate into
observed? pregnancy peddle like hands
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(2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not
111. 6th month of r. Foetus is fully developed
pregnancy the correct explanation of the assertion.
(3) If assertion is true, but reason is false.
IV. 91h month of s. Eyelids are unfused and eyes
(4) If both assertion and reason are false.
pregnancy open
171. Read the following statements and choose the incorrect
11 111 iv
option.
(1) p q r s
(2) q (1) Mesoderm appears between the ectoderm and the
p s r
(3) p endoderm.
s q r
(4) r (2) The inner cell mass contain certain cells called stem
q s p
cells.
165. Fill in the blanks with correct options. (3) By the end of 12 weeks (second trimester), most of
The outer layer of blastula is called _A_. It does not take the major organ systems are formed.
part in the formation of_B_. The first germinal layer to (4) Estrogens and progestogens are also secreted by
differentiate is ~. placenta.
· (1) A-Trophoblast; B-Embryo proper; C-Ectoderm 172. Increased production of hormones during pregnancy is
(2) A-Epiblast; B-Placenta; C-Endoderm essential for
(3) A-Trophoblast; B-Embryo proper; C-Endoderm (1) Supporting the foetal growth
(4) A-Hypoblast; B-Placenta; C-Mesoderm (2) Maintenance of pregnancy
166. What will be the effect on the development of fetus or (3) Metabolic changes in the mother
placenta, if the trophoblast layer fails to form? (4) All ofthe above
(1) The maternal portion of placenta will not be formed 173. The chorionic villi and uterine tissue become interdigitated
(2) The fetal portion of placenta will not be formed with each other and jointly form
(3) The inner cell mass will not be formed (1) Placenta (2) Umbilical cord
(4) Ectoderm fails to develop (3) Embryo (4) Stem cells
167. Read the given statements and choose the correct option.
Statement 1: The placenta acts as an endocrine tissue. Parturition and Lactation
Statement II: The placenta is connected to the embryo
174. Find the wrong statement.
through an umbilical cord, which help in the transport of
substances to and from the embryo. (1) The first milk produced after childbirth IS called
colostrum.
(1) Both statement I and statement II are true.
(2) Colostrum is rich in IgD.
(2) Both statement I and statement II are false.
(3) Mother provides natural passive immunity through
(3) Statement I is true and statement II is false.
milk in initial few days after birth.
(4) Statement I is false and statement II is true.
(4) The protein concentration of colostrum" is higher than
168. During pregnancy, the levels of which hormone(s) normal breast milk.
increases several folds in the maternal blood?
175. Which of the following hormones are secreted in women
(1) Estrogens and progest9gens
only during pregnancy?
(2) Cortisol and prolactin
(3) Estrogens, progestogens, and thyroxine (1) Estrogen, progesterone, relaxin
(4) All of the above (2) Human placental lactogen, human chorionic
gonadotropin, relaxin
169. The first sign of growing foetus may be noticed by (3) Relaxin, progesterone, human placental lactogen
(1) Listening to the heart sound carefully through the (4) Human chorionic gonadotropin, relaxin, oestrogen
sphygmomanometer
(2) Appearance of hair on the head 176. Read the following statements, and choose the correct
(3) Listening to the heart sound carefully through the option.
stethoscope Statement 1: Removal of ovaries during /the first three
(4) Its movement months of pregnancy leads to termination of pregnancy,
170. Assertion: The horn1ones hCG, hPL and relaxin are but removal in later phase has no effect.
produced in women only during pregnancy. Statement II: After the first trimester, the placenta is
Reason: The hCG, hPL and relaxin are secreted by fully formed and it secretes sufficient progesterone and
placenta. hence there is no dependence on ovaries.
(1) If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is (1) Both statements are correct.
the correct explanation of the assertion. (2) Both statements are incorrect.
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(3) Only statement I is correct. antibodies absolutely essential to develop resistance for
(4) Only statement II is correct. the new born babies.
177. The placenta (1) If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is
the correct explanation of the assertion.
(1) Supplies oxygen and nutrients to the embryo
(2) If both assertion and reason are true, but reason is not
(2) Is connected to the embryo through an umbilical cord
the correct explanation of the assertion.
(3) Acts as endocrine tissue and secretes hCG, hPL,
(3) If assertion is true, but reason is false.
estrogen, and progesterone
(4) Ifboth assertion and reason are false.
(4) Is related to all of the above
186. Match the columns.
178. Identify the wrong statement.
(1) Embryo is most sensitive to teratogens during the Colunuil Column IT
first trimester of gestation. a. Oxytocin p. Stimulates ovulation
(2) Timing of birth is established by monitoring
corticotrophin-releasing hormone.
b. Prolactin q. Implantation and maintenance
(3) hCG is responsible for the growth of mammary glands
of pregnancy
during pregnancy and milk secretion after birth.
(4) The expulsion of the fetus caused by vigorous c. Luteinising r. Lactation after child birth
contractions of uterus is called parturition. hormone
d. Progesterone s. Uterine contraction during
179. In females, the role of oxytocin is
labour
(1) Milk production
(2) Milk ejection t. Reabsorption of water by
(3) Strong uterine contractions during parturition nephrons
(4) Both (2) and (3) a b c d
180. Following implantation, the fmger-like projections called (1) s r p q
chorionic villi are formed by (2) s r p s
(3) s q r t
(1) Inner cell mass'
(4) t p s r
(2) Decidua capsularis
(3) Trophoblast 187. Which of the following processes is responsible for the
(4) Embryonic knob movement of excretory wastes from fetal circulation to
181. Which of the following is called the maternal growth maternal blood in placenta?
hormone of pregnancy? (1) Active transport (2) Simple diffusion
(1) Estrogen
(3) Facilitated diffusion (4) Osmosis
(2) Progesterone 188. Which of the following placental hormones stimulates
(3) Human chorionic gonadotropin and maintains the corpus luteum to secrete its hormones?
(4) Human placental lactogen (1) Estrogen
182. Fetal ejection reflex in human females is induced by (2) Chorionic corticotropin
(1) Release of oxytocin from pituitary gland (3) Chorionic thyrotropin
(2) Pressure exerted by amniotic fluid (4) Human chorionic gonadotropin
(3) Fully developed fetus only
189. The fetal ejection reflex in humans triggers the release of
(4) Fully developed fetus and placenta
(1) Oxytocin from fetal pituitary
183. Blood flowing through umbilical cord is (2) Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) from placenta
(1) Only maternal (2) Only fetal (3) Human placental lactogen (hPL) from placenta
(3) Both maternal and fetal (4) None of the above (4) Oxytocin from maternal pituitary
184. Which of the following hormone is injected to induce labor? 190. The umbilical cord links fetus and placenta. It is composed
(1) LH (2) FSH of '
(3) Progesterone (4) Oxytocin
(1) One pair of umbilical artery having oxygenated blood
185. Assertion: Breast feeding during the initial period of and single umbilical vein with deoxygenated blood
infant growth is recommended by doctors for bringing up (2) One pair of umbilical artery with deoxygenated blood
a healthy baby. and single umbilical vein with oxygenated blood
Reason: The milk produced during the initial few days (3) One umbilical artery with deoxygenated blood and a
of lactation is called colostrum which contains several pair of umbilical vein with oxygenated blood
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(4) One umbilical artery with deoxygenated blood and B

single umbilical vein with oxygenated blood

191. The hormone responsible for mucus plug formation in the
cervix of a pregnant female is
(1) Estrogen (2) hCS
(3) Progesterone · (4) Inhibin
192. The average duration of human pregnancy is about 9
months which is called the
(1) Incubation period (2) Gestation period
(3) Latent period (4) Parturition (1) Label A is the umbilical cord with two umbilical
veins and one umbilical artery.
193. Choose the correct option with respect to the labels A and (2) Label B is the decidual capsularis.
B in the diagram given below. (3) Label B is the myometrium of uterus.
(4) Label A is the umbilical cord with two umbilical
arteries and one umbilical vein.
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) CHECK YOUR PROGRESS .

1. Ifthe vasa efferentia are blocked, then the sperms can't be 10. Identify the wrong statement.
transpotted from (1) After one week offertilization, hCG production starts
(1) Epididymis to ejaculatory duct in syncytiotrophoblast.
(2) Rete testis to epididymis (2) hCG is the only hormone produced by placenta.
(3) Seminal vesicles to urethra (3) Placenta connects foetus to uterine wall for gaseous
(4) Seminiferous tubules to rete testis exchange, waste elimination and nutrient uptake.
2. Which of the following is an unpaired accessory sex (4) Human placenta is formed by interdigitations between
gland of males? chorionic villi and the uterine tissue.
(1) Prostate (2) Cowper's gland 11. The non-cellular layer surrounding human ovum after
(3) Seminal vesicles (4) Bulbourethral gland ovulation is called
3. Seminal plasma of humans has (1) Corona radiata (2) Zona pellucida
(1) Glucose, calcium and certain enzymes (3) Granulosa layer (4) Theca intema ·
(2) Fructose, calcium and ce~ain enzymes
12. During ovulation, in the middle of cycle, a peak level of
(3) [Link], calcium and no enzymes
hormone is observed.
(4) Fructose, enzymes but no calcium (1) Oestrogen (2) Progesterone
4. Maintenance of hygiene and sanitation during
(3) FSH (4) And.i-ogen
mensttuation is an important aspect. Select the incorrect
practice during maintenance of mensttual hygiene? 13. The process of activation of sperms before penetration of
ovum is called
(1) Take bath and clean yourself regularly.
( l) Spermiation (2) Zona reaction
(2) Use sanitary napkins or clean homemade pad.
(3) Cortical reaction (4) Capacitation
(3) Dispose of the used sanitary napkins by throwing it as
such in bin. . ' 14. Select the correct statement for the morula stage of
(4) Change sanitary napkins or homemade pads after every embryo.
4-5 days as per the requirement. (1) Blastocoel is formed
5. Which of the following is not a haploid cell among the (2) Three germinal layers are formed
following? (3) It has 8-16 cells
(1) Spermatid (4) Implantation occurs
(2) Secondary spermatocyte 15. The first movement of foetus and the appearance of hair
(3) Spermatozoa on head usually appear during _ _ of pregnancy.
(4) Primary spermatocyte (1) Fourth month (2) Second month
6. FSH stimulates _ _ to produce certain factors that (3) Fifth month (4) Sixth month
promote spermiogenesis. 16. The hormone that facilitates parturition by softenin"g the
(1) Leydig cells (2) Interstitial cells connective tissue of the pubic symphysis is
(3) Sertcli cells (4) Spermatogonial cells (1) Human chorionic gonadotrophin (hCG)
7. During spermatogenesis, the reduction division of (2) Relaxin
chromosomes occur during conversion of (3) Human placental lactogen (hPL)
( 1) Spermatid to spermatozoa (4) Chorionic thyrotropin
(2) Primary spermatocyte to secondary spermatocyte
17. During oogenesis, meiosis-! is completed in
(3) Secondary spermatocyte to spermatid
(1) Primary follicle (2) Secondary follicle
(4) . Spermatogonial cell to primary spermatocyte
(3) Tertiary follicle (4) Graafian follicle
8. In spermatozoa, _ _ is also called nebenkern.
(1) Acrosome (2) Nucleus 18. The hormones produced. in women only during pregnancy
(3) Mitochondria (4) Proximal centriole are
(1) Oestrogen, relaxin, hCG
9. Which of the following is an incorrect statement?
(2) hCG, progesterone, relaxin
(1) Meiosis-! is unequal during female gametogenesis.
(3) hCG, hPL, relaxin
(2) Upto morula stage, the cells divide without any increase
(4) Chorionic thyrotropin, relaxin, oestrogen
in size.
(3) After one month of pregnancy, the embryo's heart is 19. Which of the following is a correct statement?
formed. (1) FSH surge causes ovulation.
(4) Presence ofhymen is a reliable indicator of pregnancy. (2) Lack of mensttuation may be indicative of pregnancy.
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(3) If fertilization occurs, corpus luteum degenerates 29. Spermiation is the release of sperms from
immediately. (1) Vas deferens (2) Seminiferous tubules
(4) FSH promotes conversion of Graafian follicle into (3) Rete testis (4) Epididymis
corpus luteum after ovulation. 30. Polyspermy is checked by
20. Identify the wrong statement. (1) Zona reaction
(l) Fertilization of egg. by sperm takes place in the (2) Slow block reaction
fallopian tube. (3) Depolarisation reaction
(2) The entry of sperm into the cytoplasm of ovum induces (4) All of these
the completion of meiotic division of secondary. 31. Mark the odd one w.r.t. the parts of fallopian tube.
oocyte. (1) Isthmus (2) Fundus
(3) Embryo at 8- to 16-celled stage is called gastrula. (3) Ampulla (4) Infundibulum
(4) The blastocyst becomes embedded in the endometrium 32. Morula is a developmental stage
of the uterus, leading to pregnancy. ( 1) Having a cavity called blastocoel
21. Which of the following is not a function of Sertoli cells? (2) Between zygote and blastocyst
0) Secrete androgens (3) Having three germinal layers
(2) Provide nourishment to sperms (4) Formed after implantation
(3) Promote spe1miogenesis 33. The secretions of__ contain fructose and prostaglandins.
(4) Secrete inhibin to cause feedback inhibition ofFSH ( 1) Prostate gland
22. The female external genitalia does not include (2) Bulbourethral gland
(1) Mons pubis (2) Labia majora (3) Seminal vesicles
(3) Clitoris (4) Ovary (4) Greater vestibular gland
23. The hormone responsible for repair of endometrium after 34. The _ _ and vagina together f01m birth canal.
menstruation is (1) Uterine cavity (2) Cervical canal
(1) Oestrogen (2) FSH (3) Both (1) and (2) (4) isthmus
(3) LH (4) Progesterone 35. Identify the wrong statement.
24. The blastocyst comprises of inner cell mass and (1) The shape of uterus is like inverted pear.
trophoblast. The inner cell mass forms _l_ while the (2) Infundibulum is a funnel shaped part closer to ovary.
trophoblast forms II.
iiill ""
.,.. I 1'11
.. (3) The region outside the seminiferous tubules are called
interstitial spaces and contain Leydig cells .
(1) Embryo Placenta (4) Human male ejaculates 50-100 million sperms during
an ejaculation.
(2) Placenta Embryo
36. Which of the following hormone is not secreted by
(3) Chorionic villi Embryo placenta?
(4) Mesoderm Ectoderm (1) hCG (2) Oestrogen'
(3) Progesterone (4) LH
25. In females, the second meiotic division gets completed in
37. Identify the conect statement regarding primary sex
(1) Tertiary follicle (2) Graafian follicle
organ in human males.
(3) Fallopian tube (4) Uterine cavity
(1) They are situated in abdominal cavity.
26. In menstrual cycle, as the progesterone level drops, the
(2) They are related to formation of seminal plasma.
corpus luteum begins to degenerate and transform into
(3) They do not produce any hormone.
(1) Corpus spongiosum
(4) Each testis has about 250 compartments called
(2) Corpus albicans
testicular lobules.
(3) Corpus cavemosum
(4) Corpus callosum 38. The duct of seminal vesicle unites with to form
ejaculatory duct.
27. Signals for parturition develop from
(l) Vasa efferentia (2) Vas deferens
( 1) Foetus only
(3) Epididymis (4) Rete testis
(2) Placenta only
(3) Fully developed foetus and placenta 39. Select the inconect statement.
(4) Release of oxytocin from foetal pituitary (1) The placenta is connected to the embryo through an
28. During the stage of 'afterbirth' of parturition umbilical cord.
( 1) Foetus is expelled out (2) The number ofchromosomes are same in spermatogonial
(2) Placenta is expelled out cells and primary spermatocyte.
(3) Excessive bleeding occurs (3) In females, inhibin is produced by granulosa cells and
(4) Labour pains begin corpus luteum.
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(4) During menstruation, the myometrium of uterine wall 47. Read the following statements and choose the correct
is shed along with blood which does not clot. option.
40. Mons pubis is a Statement A: The hymen is often tom during the first
(1) Pubic bone in females coitus. So, its presence or absence is a reliable indicator
for virginity.
(2) Cushion of fatty tissue covered with skin and
pubic hair Statement B: The female external genitalia include mons
(3) Part of male external genitalia pubis, labia majora, labia minora, vagina, hymen, and
(4) Homologous to scrotum clitoris.
(1) Only statement A is incorrect.
41. The acrosome of sperm (2) Only statement B is incorrect.
(1) Is a modified endoplasmic reticulum (3) Both statements are correct.
(2) Is derived from Golgi apparatus (4) Both statements are incorrect.
(3) Has sperm lysins 48. Fill in the blanks with correct option.
(4) Both (2) and (3) are correct (i) Part of embryo that differentiates into embryonic germ
42. Lack of menstruation may occur due to layers is .A_.
(1) Poor health and stress (2) Pregnancy (ii) Placenta is connected to the embryo through ..B__.
(3) Menopause (4) All ofthese (iii) Implantation usually occurs at _c_ stage.

43. Which of the following phase of menstrual cycle Ill ~ A

I'" B " e '"' ~

human female lasts for 7-8 days? (1) Inner cell mass Umbilical cord Blastocyst
(1) Follicular phase (2) Menstrual phase
(3) Luteal phase (4) Secretory phase (2) Endometrium Notochord Gastrula
(3) Trophoblast Chorion Morula
44. Which of the following parts of human sperm possess the
typical '9 + 2' microtubular organisation? (4) Chorion Yolk sac Blastocyst
(1) Middle piece (2) Tail
(3) Head (4) Both (1) and (2) 49. Read the following statements and identify the correct
one among them.
45. The ovulation in female is ( 1) In testes, the immature male germ cells produce sperms
(1) Caused due to LH surge by spermatogenesis which begins at puberty.
(2) Followed by luteal phase (2) The spermatogonia divide by meiotic division and
(3) The release of secondary oocyte from Graafian follicle increase in numbers.
(4) All of the above (3) Some of the spermatogonia called secondary
spermatocyte periodically undergo meiosis.
46. Read the following statements and identify the incorrect
(4) Sperm heads become embedded in Sertoli cells and
one among them:
are fmally released from the seminiferous tubules by
( 1) The regions outside the seminiferous tubules are called
the process called spermiogenesis.
interstitial spaces.
50. Which of the following is not a correct statement. about
(2) Interstitial spaces contain Leydig cells and large blood
umbilical cord?
vessels.
(1) It connects the placenta to the embryo.
(3) Leydig cells synthesize and secrete testicular hormones (2) It has 50% maternal and 50% foetal blood.
called androgens. (3) It helps in the transport of substances to and from the
(4) Other immunologically competent cells are also present embryo.
in these spaces. (4) It has 100% foetal blood.
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c® ~ PREVIOUS YEARS' QUESTIONS

1. Hormones secreted by the placenta to maintain pregnancy

'

(3) Simultaneously with first cleavage

are (2018) (4) After entry of sperm but before fertilisation
(1) hCG, hPL, progestogens, prolactin
7. Select the correct sequence for transport of sperm cells in
(2) hCG, hPL, estrogens, relaxin, oxytocin male reproductive system. (2019)
(3) hCG, hPL, progestogens, estrogens
( 1) Seminiferous tubules --7 Rete testis --7 Vasa efferentia
(4) hCG, progestogens, estrogens, glucocorticoids
--7 Epididymis --7 Vas deferens --7 Ejaculatory duct --7
2. The difference between spermiogenesis and spermiation Urethra --7 Urethral meatus
is (2018)
(2) Seminiferous tubules --7 Vasa efferentia --7 Epididymis
(1) In spermiogenesis, spermatids are fmmed while in
--7 Inguinal canal --7 Urethra
spermiation spermatozoa are formed.
(2) In spermiogenesis, spermatozoa are formed while in (3) Testis --7 Epididymis --7 Vasa efferentia --7 Vas deferens
spermiation spermatids are formed. --7 Ejaculatory duct --7 Inguinal canal --7 Urethra

(3) In spermiogenesis, spermatozoa from sertoli cells are --7 Urethral meatus

· released into the cavity of seminiferous tubules, while (4) Testis --7 Epididymis --7 Vasa efferentia --7 Rete testis
in spermiation spermatozoa are formed. --7 Inguinal canal --7 Urethra
(4) In spermiogenesis, spermatozoa are formed while in 8. Match the following columns and select the correct
spermiation spermatozoa are released from sertoli cells option. (2020 Phase-1)
into the cavity of seminiferous tubules.
Column-IT ··' .o .:t,•
3. The amnion of mammalian embryo is derived from a m Column-i "r,( a
.. ~
(2018) (a) Placenta (i) Androgens
( 1) Ectoderm and mesoderm
(b) Zona pellucida (ii) Human Chorionic
(2) Endoderm and mesoderm ' Gonadotropin (hCG)
(3) Mesoderm and trophoblast
(4) Ectoderm and endoderm (c) Bulbourethral (iii) Layer of the ovum
4. Match the items given in Column I with those in glands
Column II, and select the correct option given below (d) Leydig cells I (iv) [Link] of the
(2018) penis
i
,. Colunfit Ir
" >
a D a Columll"Q;; (a) (b) (c) (d)
a. Proliferative Phase i. Breakdown of (1) (iv) (iii) . (i) (ii)
endometrial lining
(2) (i) (iv) (ii) (ifi)
b. Secretory Phase 11. Follicular Phase (3) (iii) (ii) (iv) (i)
c. Menstruation iii. Luteal Phase (4) (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
9. Which of the following hormone levels will cause release
a b c of ovum (ovulation) from the graffian follicle?
(1) iii ii (2020 Phase-1)
(2) iii ii ( 1) High concentration of estrogens
(3) 11 iii (2) High concentration of progesterone
(4) lll !1 (3) Low concentration ofLH
5. Colostrum, the yellowish fluid, secreted by mother during (4) Low concentration ofFSH
the initial days of lactation is very essential to in1part 10. Meiotic division of the secondary oocyte is completed
immunity to the newborn infants because it contains (2019) (2020 Phase-1)
(1) Monocytes (2) Macrophages (1) Prior to ovulation
(3) Immunoglobulin A (4) Natural killer cells (2) At the time of copulation
6. Extrusion of second polar body from egg nucleus occurs (3) After zygote formation
(2019) (4) At the time of fusion of a sperm with an ovum
(1) After fertilisation 11. Select the correct option of haploid cells from the
(2) Before entry of sperm into ovum following groups: (2020 Phase-11)
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(1) Primary spermatocyte, Secondary spermatocyte, Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given
Second polar body below:
(2) Primary oocyte, Secondary oocyte, Spermatid (1) (b), (d), and (e) only
(3) Secondary spermatocyte, First polar body, Ovum (2) (b), (c), and (e) only
(4) Spermatogonia, Primary spermatocyte, Spermatid (3) (c) and (e) only
12. Match the following columns and select the correct (4) (b) and (c) only
option. (2020 Phase-H) 18. Given below are two statements: (2022)
Colum:n-1 Column-IT Statement 1: The release of sperms into the seminiferous
(a) Ovary (i)
Human Chorionic tubules is called spermiation.
Gonadotropin Statement II: Spermiogenesis is the process offormation
(b) Placenta (ii) Estrogen and of sperms from spermatogonia.
Progesterone In the light of the above statements, choose the correct
(c) Corpus luteum (iii) Androgens answer from the options given below:
(d) Leydig cells (1) Statement I is correct, but statement II is incorrect.
(iv) Progesterone only
(2) Statement I is incon;ect, but statement II is correct.
(1) (a)-(ii), (b)-(i), (c)-(iv), (d)-(iii) (3) Both statement I and statement II are correct.
(2) (a)-(iv), (b)-(iii), (c)-(ii), (d)-(i) (4) Both statement I and statement II are incorrect.
(3) (a)-(i), {b)-(ii), (c)-(iii), (dHiv) 19. At which stage oflife the oogenesis process is initiated?
(4) (a)-(i), (b)-(iii), (c)-(ii), (d)-(iv) (2022)
13. In human beings, at the end of 12 weeks (first trimester) (1) Birth
of pregnanc:y, the following is observed (2) Adult
(3) Puberty
(2020 Phase-H)
(4) Embryonic development stage
(1) Movement of the foetus
(2) Eyelids and eyelashes are formed 20. Given below are two statements: One is labelled as
(3) Most of the major organ systems are formed Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
(4) The head is covered with fme hair (2023)
Assertion (A): Endometrium is necessary for implantation
14. Receptors for sperm binding in mammals are present
of blastocyst. ·
on (2021)
Reason {R): In the absence of fertilization, the corpus
(1) Corona radiata (2) Vitelline membrane
luteum degenerates that causes disintegration of
(3) Perivitelline space (4) Zona pellucida
endometrium.
15. Which ofthese is not an important component of initiation In the light of the above statements, choose the correct
of parturition in humans? (2021) answer from the options given below:
(1) Increase in estrogen and progesterone ratio (1) Both A and R are true, but R is NOT the correct
(2) Synthesis of prostaglandins explanation for A.
(3) Release of oxytocin (2) A is true, but R is false.
(4) Release of prolactin (3) A is false, but R is true.
16. Which of the following secretes the hormone relaxin (4) Both A and Rare true, and R is the correct explanation
during the later phase of pregnancy? (2021) of A.
(1) Graafian follicle (2) Corpus luteum 21. Given below are two statements: (2023)
(3) Foetus (4) Uterus Statement 1: Vas deferens receives a duct from seminal
17. Which of the following statements are true for vesicle and opens into urethra as the ejaculatory duct.
spermatogenesis but do not hold true for oogenesis? Statement II: The cavity of the cervix is called cervical
(2022) canal which along with vagina forms birth canal:
(a) It results in the formation of haploid gametes. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct
(b) Differentiation of gamete occurs after the completion answer from the options given below:
of meiosis. (1) Both statement I and statement II are false.
(c) Meiosis occurs continuously in a mitotically dividing (2) Statement I is correct, but statement II is false.
stem cell population. (3) Statement I is incorrect, but statement II is true.
(d) It is controlled by the luteinising hormone (LH) and (4) Both statement I and statement II are true.
follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) secreted by the 22. Given below are two statements: (2024)
anterior pituitary. Statement 1: The presence or absence of hymen is not a
(e) It is initiated at puberty. reliable indicator of virginity.
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Statement II: The hymen is tom during the first coitus In the light of the above statements, choose the correct
only. answer from the option given below:
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct (l) A is true, but R is false.
answer from the options given below:
(2) A is false, but R is true.
(1) Statement I is true, but Statement II is false.
(3) Both A and Rare true, and R is the correct explanation
(2) Statement I is false, but Statement II is true.
of A.
(3) Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
(4) Both A and Rare true, but R is NOT the correct
(4) Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
explanation of A.
23. Given below are two statements: one is labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). 25. Which of the following is not a component of Fallopian
tube? (2024)
(2024)
Assertion (A): Breast feeding during the initial period of (1) Infundibulum (2) Ampulla
infant growth is recommended by doctors for bringing a (3) Uterine fundus (4) Isthmus
healthy baby.
Reason (R): Colostrum contains several antibodies 26. Identify the correct option (A), (B), (C), (D) with respect
absolutely essential to develop resistance for the newborn to spermatogenesis. (2024)
baby.
GnRH
In the light of the above statements, choose the most
appropriate answer from the options given below:
(1) A is correct, but R is not correct. LH (A)
(2) A is not correct, but R is correct. j, j,
(3) Both A and Rare correct, and R is the explanation of (B) (C)
A. j, j,
(4) Both A and Rare correct, but R is NOT the correct Androgens Factors
j, j,
explanation of A.
Formation (D)
24. Given below are two statements: one is labelled as of spematids
Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R):
(2024) (1) FSH, Sertoli cells, Leydig cells, Spermatogenesis
Assertion (A): FSH acts upon ovarian follicles in female (2) ICSH, Leydig cells, Sertoli cells, Spermatogenesis
and Leydig cells in male.
(3) FSH, Leydig cells, Sertoli cells, Spermiogenesis
Reason (R): Growing ovarian follicles secrete estrogen
in female while interstitial cells secrete androgen in male (4) ICSH, Interstitial cells, Leydig celfs, Spermiogenesis
human being.
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• ANSWER KEY

NCERT Conce~t Builder

1. Leydig or interstitial cells 2. Myometrium 3. Puberty, GnRH 4. Spermiogenesis
5. Alveoli 6. Pituitary and ovarian 7. Second polar body 8. Blastocyst 9. Chorionic villi; uterine tissue
10. Fifth 11. 40 sperms, 10 eggs 12. Menstrual phase~ Follicular phase~ Ovulatory [Link] ~Luteal phase
13. 8 (n = 8) 14. Spermatozoa, Spermatid, Secondary spermatocyte 15. Female (XX) 16. True 17. False
18. False 19. True 20. False 21. True 22. False 23. True 24. True 25. False

To~icwise Exercise
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121. (2) 122. (3) 123. (4) 124. (3) 125. (2) 126. (3) 127. (3) 128. (4) 129. (3) 130. (3)
131. (2) 132. (4) 133. (3) 134. (4) 135. (3) 136. (4) 137. (3) 138. (1) 139. (2) 140. (2)
141. (1) 142. (3) 143. (3) 144. (4) 145. (3) 146. (2) 147. (1) 148. (1) 149. (2) 150. (4)
151. (3) 152. (3) 153. (1) 154. (3) 155. (1) 156. (2) 157. (3) 158. (4) 159. (2) 160. (2)
161. (3) 162. (4) 163. (3) 164. (2) 165. (3) 166. (2) 167. (1) 168. (4) 169. (3) 170. (3)
171. (3) 172. (4) 173. (1) 174. (2) 175. (2) 176. (1) 177. (4) 178. (3) 179. (4) 180. (3)
181. (4) 182. (4) 183. (2) 184. (4) 185. (1) 186. (1) 187. (2) 188. (4) 189. (4) 190. (2)
191. (3) 192. (2) 193. (4)

Check Your Progress

1. (2) 2. (1) 3. (2) 4. (3) 5. (4) 6. (3) 7. (2) 8. (3) 9. (4) 10. (2)
11. (2) 12. (3) 13. (4) 14. (3) 15. (3) 16. (2) 17. (3) 18. (3) 19. (2) 20. (3)
21. (1) 22. (4) 23. (1) 24. (1) 25. (3) 26. (2) 27. (3) 28. (2) 29. (2) 30. (4)
31. (2) 32. (2) 33. (3) 34. (2) 35. (4) 36. (4) 37. (4) 38. (2) 39. (4) 40. (2)
41. (4) 42. (4) 43. (1) 44. (4) 45. (4) 46. (2) 47. (4) 48. (1) 49. (1) 50. (2)

Previous Years' Questions

1. (3) 2. (4) 3. (1) 4. (3) 5. (3) 6. (4) 7. (1) 8. (4) 9. (1) 10. (4)
11. (3) 12. (1) 13. (3) 14. (4) 15. (4) 16. (2) 17. (2) 18. (1) 19. (4) 20. (1)
21. (4) 22. (1) 23. (3) 24. (2) 25. (3) 26. (3)