2021 MSc. Forensic Delhi University (DUET) Solved Entrance Test Part 2

We have listed all the questions that were asked in the entrance exam for 2021 MSc. Forensic Science, Delhi University along with answer key and explanation. This section listed solved questions from 26 to 50 with answers and explanations.

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26. Deficiency of the vitamin tocopherols results in

1. Rickets
2. Carbohydrate dysfunction
3. Pellagra
4. Serious neurologic dysfunction

27. Phenol‐chloroform extraction methods is used for

1. Hand prints extraction
2. DNA extraction
3. Haemoglobin extraction
4. Semen extraction

28. The double‐stranded template DNA when heated to produce single strands is known as

1. Annealing
2. Translation
3. Extension
4. Denaturation

29. Acromion process is a part of

1. Sacrum
2. Cranium
3. Pelvic girdle
4. Scapula

30. Diatoms belong to the group

1. Fungi
2. Algae
3. Lichens
4. Cyanobacteria

31. The chemical name of RDX is

1. Nitro glycerine
2. Cyclo‐Trinitroperhydro‐1,3,5‐triazine
3. 2,4,6‐Trinitrotoluene
4. Lead azide

32. Identify the correct sequence of the forensic protocol for the evidence acquisition process?

Choose the correct answer from the options given below

1. A, B, C, D
2. A, C, B, D
3. B, D, A, C
4. C, B, A, D

33. Given below are two statements

Statement I: A comparison microscope is comprised of two compound microscopes that are joined together by a bridge.
Statement II: Comparison microscope produces a side‐by‐side image of the two samples being compared.

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

34. Given below are two statements, one is labeled as Assertion A and the other is labeled as Reason R

Assertion A: DNA typing provides evident advantages over traditional protein analysis.
Reason R: DNA is physically much more resistant to degradation than proteins.

In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

1. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
3. A is true but R is false
4. A is false but R is true

35. Given below are two statements

Statement I: Fire is a form of combustion, an oxidation reaction in which noticeable heat and light are produced.
Statement II: Such reactions are known, in general, as exothermic reactions because heat is given off during the chemical change

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below

1. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
2. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
3. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
4. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

36. Chisso‐Minamata disease is associated with

1. Mercury poisoning
2. Lead poisoning
3. Cadmium poisoning
4. Copper poisoning  

37.  Cofactors are largely

1. Small organic molecules and metals
2. Large organic molecules
3. Enzymes
4. Glycoproteins

38. Match List I with List II

List I	List II
A. DNA	I.  Sir Alec Jeffreys
B. PCR	II. Arne Tiselius
C. Electrophoresis	III. Watson & Crick
D. DNA Fingerprinting	IV. Kary Mullis

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1	A-I	B-II	C-III	D-IV
2	A-IV	B-III	C-II	D-I
3	A-II	B-III	C-IV	D-I
4	A-III	B-IV	C-II	D-I

39. Given below are two statements, one is labeled as Assertion A and the other is labeled as Reason R  

Assertion A: A translucent design impressed into paper during manufacture is called a watermark.
Reason R: Watermarks are present in all kinds of papers.

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below         

1. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
3. A is correct but R is not correct
4. A is not correct but R is correct

40. Arrange the following firearm mechanisms in chronological order of their appearance

1. D, B, A, C
2. A, B, C, D
3. C, D, B, A
4. A, D, B, C

41.  Given below are two statements, one is labeled as Assertion A and the other is labeled as Reason R  

Assertion A: Polilight is used to detect latent fingerprints from the scene of crime.
Reason R: Non‐destructive methods should be used as a first step to detect latent fingerprints.

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below         

1. Both A and B are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
3. A is correct but R is not correct
4. A is not correct but R is correct

42. Match the List-1 with List-II

List I	List II
A. Ballistics	I. Skidmarks
B. Toxicology	II. Ink
C. Physics	III. Ricochet bullet
D. Chemistry	IV. Pesticide

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1	A-IV	B-II	C-III	D-I
2	A-III	B-IV	C-I	D-II
3	A-I	B-II	C-III	D-IV
4	A-IV	B-III	C-II	D-I

43. Given below are two statements, one is labeled as Assertion A and the other is labeled as Reason R  

Assertion A: Hair is important evidence to establish the link between suspect and victim and with the scene of a crime.

Reason R: Human hair cannot be differentiated from a pig hair.

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below         

1. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
3. A is correct but R is not correct
4. A is not correct but R is correct

44. The sequence of post‐mortem changes in a cadaver includes

1. Rigor mortis, primary flaccidity, secondary flaccidity, marbling
2. Primary flaccidity, secondary flaccidity, rigor mortis, marbling
3. Marbling, secondary flaccidity, primary flaccidity, rigor mortis
4. Primary flaccidity, rigor mortis, secondary flaccidity, marbling

45. Match List-I with List-II

List I	List II
A. Herschel	I. Forensic Ballistics
B. Osborn	II. Forensic Anthropology
C. Krogman	III. Fingerprint
D. Hatcher	IV. Questioned Document

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1	A-III	B-IV	C-II	D-I
2	A-II	B-I	C-III	D-IV
3	A-IV	B-III	C-II	D-I
4	A-I	B-II	C-IV	D-III

46. Given below are two statements, one is labeled as Assertion A and the other is labeled as Reason R  

Assertion A: Phenolphthalein reagent is used to show the possible presence of bloodstain.

Reason R: Phenolphthalein gives a non‐specific peroxidase reaction with hemoglobin producing green colour

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below         

1. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
3. A is correct but R is not correct
4. A is not correct but R is correct

47. Given below are two statements, one is labeled as Assertion A and the other is labeled as Reason R  

Assertion A: Test-fired cartridge and questioned cartridge can be compared using a comparison. microscope to establish the identity of the weapon.

Reason R: Rifling marks on cartridge cases are individualistic.

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below         

1. Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
2. Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
3. A is correct but R is not correct
4. A is not correct but R is correct

48. Dental formula of human milk teath (deciduous dentition) is

1. 2102
2. 2132
3. 2112
4. 2023

49. “Every contact leaves a trace”, a basic principle of forensic science was given by

1. Joseph Bell
2. Raymond Locard
3. Edmond Locard
4. Mathieu orfila

50. What is studied in forensic pedology?

1. Fossilised micro‐organisms
2. Soils
3. Pollens and spores
4. Human gait

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