GPAT Previous Year Paper Analysis

GPAT stands for Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test. It is a national-level entrance exam conducted in India by the National Testing Agency (NTA) to evaluate the aptitude of candidates seeking admission to postgraduate pharmacy programs (M. Pharm). The GPAT exam assesses a candidate's knowledge, comprehension, analytical skills, and critical thinking ability in the field of pharmacy. The GPAT score is accepted by all AICTE approved institutions, university departments, and affiliated colleges offering M. Pharm programs. The GPAT exam is held once a year, and the syllabus for the exam is based on the Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm) curriculum. Candidates who clear the GPAT exam can pursue their postgraduate studies in pharmacy in various specializations, such as pharmaceutics, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmacognosy, and more.

Highlights of GPAT Exam Pattern

 

Mode of exam	Computer Based Test (CBT)
Maximum Marks	500
Type of questions	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Duration of exam	3 hours
Number of questions	125
Maximum marks	+4 marks for every correct answer
Negative marking	-1 for every incorrect response

Exam pattern

The GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test) exam consists of 125 multiple-choice questions, and these questions are divided into four sections, namely Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and Pharmacognosy. Here's the number of questions asked from each subject in the GPAT exam:

Type of Questions                         No. of Questions                      Maximum Marks

Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Allied Subjects         38                                    152

Pharmaceutics & Allied Subjects                            38                                     152

Pharmacognosy & Allied Subjects                       10                                      40

Pharmacology & Allied Subjects                             28                                    112

Other Subjects                                                          11                                     44

Total                                                           125                                   500

PHARMACOGNOSY

If you're preparing for the GPAT (Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test), you know that Pharmacognosy is an essential subject that carries a weightage of 15 marks in the exam. To score high marks in this subject, it's crucial to have a deep understanding of the key concepts and topics covered in the Pharmacognosy paper. In this blog post, we will conduct an in-depth analysis of the previous year's Pharmacognosy papers to help you prepare better for the upcoming GPAT exam. We will cover the exam pattern, question types, important topics, and share some valuable tips on how to approach the questions effectively. Whether you're a first-time GPAT aspirant or an experienced candidate looking to improve your score in Pharmacognosy, this post is a must-read for you. So, let's get started and uncover the secrets of cracking the Pharmacognosy paper in GPAT!

Topics covered in Previous Year Paper GPAT-2022

• General concepts of Pharmacognosy: This includes topics such as classification of crude drugs, adulteration, drug evaluation, and quality control.
• Pharmacognosy of crude drugs: This includes a detailed study of the different sources of crude drugs, their morphology, microscopy, and chemical constituents.
• Plant-based drugs and formulations: This includes a study of the important plant-based drugs, their pharmacological properties, and the different formulations prepared using these drugs.
• Herbal cosmetics and nutraceuticals: This includes a study of the different herbal cosmetics and nutraceuticals, their preparation, and evaluation.
• Analytical techniques: This includes the study of different analytical techniques used in the evaluation of crude drugs, such as chromatography, spectrophotometry, and other methods.
• Biologically active natural products: This includes the study of the different biologically active natural products, their sources, chemical constituents, and pharmacological activities.
• Ayurvedic drugs and formulations: This includes the study of the important Ayurvedic drugs and formulations, their preparation, and evaluation.

It's important to note that the GPAT exam may cover additional or different topics in Pharmacognosy in each year's paper, so it's essential to keep updated with the latest exam pattern and syllabus.

GPAT-2022 Questions with Answer And the Topic

1- Dioscin, a steroidal saponin glycoside of Dioscorea tubers after hydrolysis gives_

• 1.        Diosgenin + 3 Glucose
• 2.       Diosgenin + 3 Rhamnose
• 3.       Diosgenin + 2 Glucose + 1 Rhamnose
• 4.       Diosgenin + 1 Glucose + 2 Rhamnose

Pharmacognosy- glycosides

2- Rancidity in the fixed oils generally show -

• 1.       Higher Iodine value as compared to the standards
• 2.       Higher Acid value as compared to the standards
• 3.       Higher Peroxide value as compared to the standards
• 4.       Higher level of Unsaponifiable matter

Pharmacognosy-Alkaloids

3- One of the following is an example of chemical method of evaluation

• 1.       Determination of volatile oil
• 2.       Determination of refractive index
• 3.       Detection of alkaloids
• 4.       Determination of vascular bundles

Pharmacognosy- General

4- Star spots’ present in the transverse section of decorticated Rhubarb rhizomes are_Options:-

• 1.       Lignified cells
• 2.       Pericyclic fibers
• 3.       Concentric vascular bundles
• 4.       Crystals of calcium oxalate

Pharmacognosy- Phytochemistry

5- The best quality of the Lemon oil is obtained by using

• 1.       Hydro distillation method
• 2.       Extraction method
• 3.       Enfleurage method
• 4.       Hand press method

Pharmacognosy- volatile oil

6- Type of alkaloids present in Colchicum

• 1.       Tropane alkaloids
• 2.       Steroidal glycoalkaloids
• 3.       Amino alkaloids
• 4.       Quinoline alkaloids

Pharmacognosy - Alkaloids

7- HPTLC analysis is useful for following types of analysis of herbal drugs

• A. Quantitative estimation of marker compound
• B. Authentication of extracts
• C. Detection of pesticides
• D. Standardization of herbal drugs

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• 1.       A, B and C only
• 2.       D only
• 3.       A and D only
• 4.       A, B, C and D 

Pharmacognosy- Extraction and Isolation techniques

8- Anthranilic acid is an immediate precursor in the formation of

• 1.       Tyrosine
• 2.       Tryptophan
• 3.       Ornithine
• 4.       Methidine

Pharmacognosy- Shikimik acid Pathway

9- Which of the above are true for Rutin?

A. Rutin is a Bioflavonoid.

B. Rutin is a flavonol glycosides

C. Rutin is used in Capillary bleeding

D. Rutin is used as Vitamin P

Which of the above are true for Rutin?

• 1.       A and B only
• 2.       A, B and C only
• 3.       A, B and D only
• 4.       All of these 

Pharmacognosy- flavonoids

10- Tropane nucleus is combination of

• 1.       Pyrolidine & piperidine
• 2.       Pyrolidine & pyridine
• 3.       Pyrolidine & oscine
• 4.       Piperidine & oscine

Pharmacognosy- Alkaloids

In conclusion, the GPAT exam is a crucial step towards a career in pharmacy, and a thorough understanding of the Pharmacognosy paper is essential to score high marks in the exam. Through our analysis of the previous year's Pharmacognosy paper, we have covered important topics and concepts, question types, and provided valuable tips on how to approach the questions effectively. We hope that this post has been helpful in your GPAT preparation and has provided you with the insights and guidance needed to perform well in the Pharmacognosy paper. Remember to stay updated with the latest exam pattern and syllabus, and practice as many mock tests as possible to improve your performance. With the right preparation and a positive attitude, you can ace the GPAT exam and achieve your dream of becoming a successful pharmacist. Good luck!