NTA UGC NET/JRF Exam, June 2021 (Anthropology)

Total Questions: 95

1. A tiny amount of DNA could be recovered from a crime scene. What technique will enable comparison of this DNA to that of a potential suspect?

Correct Answer: D. DNA fingerprinting

2. Ridge counting is NOT possible in which of the following finger-ball patterns?

Correct Answer: D. Plain arch

3. The movement of the thumb to trace a circle might best be described as:

Correct Answer: D. Circumduction

4. If a molecule of starch is repeatedly hydrolyzed, which of the following would be the final product?

Correct Answer: A. Glucose

5. Dental formula of deciduous dentition (milk teeth) among humans is:

Correct Answer: A. 2-1-0-2

6. A group of organisms sharing a common ancestor that includes the common ancestor and all descendants is known as:

Correct Answer: C. Clade

7. True brachiation mode of locomotion is found among:

Correct Answer: B. Gibbon

8. The study and identification of pollen grains is known as:

Correct Answer: B. Palynology

9. Who among the following made a substative contribution in human growth studies?

Correct Answer: B. J.M Tanner

10. Who among the following was associated with the discovery of Gigantopithecus in India?

Correct Answer: A. S.R.K. Chopra