UGC NTA NET/JRF Exam, Forensic Science, December-2023

Total Questions: 100

61. If the primary classification of an individual is 9/3, which of the following finger impressions are whorl pattern?

(a) Right Middle
(b) Right Ring
(c) Left Index
(d) Left Middle
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: B. (b) and (c) only
Solution:

If the primary classification of an individual is 9/3, the whorl pattern impressions are on the right ring and left index fingers. The primary classification in the Henry system assigns values based on the presence of whorl patterns on specific fingers.

The right ring finger and left index finger having whorl patterns fit the classification of 9/3. Therefore, the correct answer includes (b) Right Ring and (c) Left Index.

62. Which of the following ascertains the skill of execution and the movement of the pen?

(a) The rhythmic or jerky pattern of writing
(b) Type of writing instrument
(c) The speed of execution
(d) The surface on which the signature is executed
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: C. (a) and (c) only
Solution:

The skill of execution and the movement of the pen can be ascertained by the rhythmic or jerky pattern of writing and the speed of execution.

These factors indicate how smoothly or erratically the pen moves, which reflects the writer's skill and familiarity with their handwriting.

The typе of writing instrument and the surface on which the signature is executed also affect the writing, but they do not directly indicate the skill and movement of the pen. Thus, (a) and (c) are correct.

63. Which of the following aspects of organizational IT security are correct?

(a) Facilities security
(b) Application security
(c) Human security
(d) Information security
(e) Network security
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: 

Correct Answer: B. (b), (d) and (e) only
Solution:

Organizational IT security encompasses various aspects, including application security, information security, and network security.

These areas focus on protecting software applications, securing sensitive data, and safeguarding the network infrastructure from threats.

Facilities security and human security are also important but fall under broader categories such as physical security and personnel security. Therefore, the correct combination includes (b) Application security, (d) Information security, and (e) Network security.

64. What kind of investigative information can be obtained from the laboratory analysis of explosive devices?

(a) The sophistication level of the bomb maker?
(b) Is the bomb commonly used by organized crime groups?
(c) The sources for the design concepts of the device
(d) Evidentiary weight for subsequent judicial proceedings
(e) Determine the owner of the property
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: A. (a), (b) and (c) only
Solution:

Laboratory analysis of explosive devices can provide investigative information on the sophistication level of the bomb maker, whether the bomb is commonly used by organized crime groups, and the sources for the design concepts of the device.

These aspects help law enforcement understand the capabilities and methods of the individuals or groups involved.

Evidentiary weight for judicial proceedings and determining the owner of the property are also important but are more specific to legal and ownership aspects rather than investigative insights. Thus, (a), (b), and (c) are correct.

65. From which of the following precursors methyl amphetamine are synthesized?

(a) 1-ephedrine
(b) d-pseudoephedrine
(c) Hydroxypropyl cellulose
(d) Phenyl-2-propanone
(e) Aminoalkyl methoacrylate copolymer
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: D. (a), (b) and (d) only
Solution:

Methylamphetamine (methamphetamine) can be synthesized from precursors such as l-ephedrine, d-pseudoephedrine, and phenyl-2-propanone.

These chemicals are commonly used in the illicit production of methamphetamine due to their chemical properties that facilitate the synthesis process.

Hydroxypropyl cellulose and aminoalkyl methacrylate copolymer are not used in the synthesis of methamphetamine. Therefore, the correct combination includes (a), (b), and (d).

66. Match List-I with List-II.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)(b)(c)(d)
A.IIIVIIII
B.IIIIIVII
C.IVIIIIII
D.IIIIIVII
Correct Answer: D.

67. Match List-I with List-II.

List-IList-II
(Variations)(Interpretational Consequences)
(a) Star activityI. When a mutation occurs inside VNTR sequence creating a novel restriction enzyme site
(b) Partial digestion by restriction enzymeII. Relaxation of the specificity of restriction enzyme to define its cut size
(c) Three banded patternIII. When the subsequent probing is developed, faint band are detected that are at the same position as these from previous probe
(d) Incomplete stripping of probeIV. Where some DNA strands are longer than would be expected after a complete digestion

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)(b)(c)(d)
A.IIIVIIII
B.IIIIIIIV
C.IIIIIIVI
D.IVIIIIII
Correct Answer: A.

68. Match List-I with List-II.

List-IList-II
(Plant Poison)(Common Names)
(a) Nerium OdorumI. Monk’s Hood
(b) Cerebra ThevetiaII. White Oleander
(c) Aconitum NapellusIII. Fox Glove
(d) Digitalis PurpuriaIV. Yellow Oleander

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)(b)(c)(d)
A.IIIVIIII
B.IVIIIIII
C.IIIIIIVI
D.IIIIIIIV
Correct Answer: A.
Solution:

Nerium Odorum, known as white oleander, is a toxic plant with distinct flowers. Cerebra Thevetia, referred to as yellow oleander, is another toxic plant with similar toxic effects.

Aconitum Napellus, known as Monk's Hood, is a highly poisonous plant with historical significance. Digitalis Purpuria, commonly known as Fox Glove, contains cardiac glycosides and is used medicinally but is also highly toxic if misused.

69. Match List-I with List-II.

List-IList-II
(Number of Bore)(Diameter of Bore in inches)
(a) 8I. 0.526
(b) 12II. 0.662
(c) 16III. 0.729
(d) 32IV. 0.835

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)(b)(c)(d)
A.IIIIIIIV
B.IVIIIIII
C.IIIIIVII
D.IIIVIIII
Correct Answer: B.
Solution:

The diameter of bore sizes corresponds as follows: an 8 bore has a diameter of 0.835 inches, a 12 bore has a diameter of 0.729 inches, a 16 bore has a diameter of 0.662 inches, and a 32 bore has a diameter of 0.526 inches.

These measurements are standardized for various shotgun bore sizes, reflecting their internal diameters and corresponding to their gauge numbers. The larger the gauge number, the smaller the bore diameter.

70. Match List-I with List-II.

List-IList-II
(Black and White Film Groups)(ISO-Number)
(a) Slow filmI. 400/27-500/28
(b) Medium filmII. 800/30-3200/36
(c) Fast filmIII. 100/21-200/24
(d) Super fast filmIV. 25/15-50/80

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(a)(b)(c)(d)
A.IIIIVIII
B.IVIIIIII
C.IIIIIIIV
D.IIIIVIII
Correct Answer: D.
Solution:

Slow black and white films have ISO numbers ranging from 25/15 to 50/80, making them ideal for high-detail, lowlight photography.

Medium films have ISO numbers from 100/21 to 200/24, providing a balance between detail and sensitivity.

Fast films, with ISO numbers between 400/27 and 500/28, are suitable for action shots and low-light conditions. Super fast films, with ISO numbers from 800/30 to 3200/36, are designed for extremely low light or fast-moving subjects.

These ISO numbers indicate the film's sensitivity to light, with higher numbers meaning greater sensitivity.