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JNTU Pharm. D III Year PHARMACEUTICAL JURISPRUDENCE Previous Question Paper (January/February - 2021 - R08)
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Write the constitution and functions of State Pharmacy Council.
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The State Pharmacy Council is constituted by the State Government under the Pharmacy Act, 1948. It consists of the following members:
- Six members elected from among themselves by registered pharmacists of the state.
- Five members, of whom at least three shall be persons possessing a prescribed degree or diploma in pharmacy or pharmaceutical chemistry or are registered pharmacists, nominated by the State Government.
- One member elected from among themselves by the members of each Medical Council of the state.
- Three ex-officio members: the Chief Administrative Medical Officer, the Officer-in-Charge of Drugs Control Administration, and the Government Analyst of the state.
The functions of the State Pharmacy Council include:
- Maintaining the Register of Pharmacists for the state, containing names and addresses of all registered pharmacists.
- Removing names from the register for professional misconduct or other valid reasons.
- Issuing certificates of registration to qualified pharmacists.
- Inspecting pharmacy premises to ensure compliance with the Act and handling complaints related to professional practice.
- Ensuring that the register is updated annually and published in the official gazette.
What are the objectives and duties of Pharmacy Council of India.
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The Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) is a central body constituted by the Central Government. Its primary objectives are to regulate the profession and practice of pharmacy, prescribe minimum standards of education, and ensure uniform implementation of the Pharmacy Act across India.
The duties of the PCI include:
- Prescribing the minimum standard of education required for qualification as a pharmacist, including courses of study and examinations.
- Approving courses of study and examinations for pharmacists in various institutions.
- Withdrawing approval from institutions that fail to maintain the prescribed standards of teaching and facilities.
- Maintaining the Central Register of pharmacists.
- Advising the Central and State Governments on matters related to the regulation of the pharmacy profession.
What is your understanding of Code of Ethics? Mention the Code of Ethics of Pharmacists in relation to his job and handling of prescription.
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Write a note on the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act 1960.
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What different types of licenses are issued for the sale of drugs? Bring out the salient differences between them and the necessary conditions for grant of these licenses.
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Write a note on Schedule M of Drugs.
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What classes of drugs are prohibited for import? Explain the procedure for import of drugs meant for different purposes.
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What are the qualifications of drugs inspector? Write about the duties of drugs inspector.
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Give the differences between bonded and non-bonded laboratory and explain the working of non-bonded laboratory.
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Discuss the regulations under Medicinal and Toilet Preparations Act relating to ayurvedic and homeopathic preparations.
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What is a patent? Explain the procedure for obtaining patent as per Indian Patent Act.
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"Aids can be cured by our therapy". Discuss the relevance of this advertisement under Drugs and Magic Remedies Act.
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Discuss the operations that are permitted and prohibited under the Narcotics and Psychotropic Substances Act and Rules.
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Explain the cultivation and production of opium and mention the role of lambardar during the cultivation of opium.
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Write the salient features of Drug Price Control Order 2013 and mention the changes that are made for fixation of price of formulations.
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