Model question papers for BAMS students .old syllabus

1. SECOND PROFESSIONAL B.A.M.S (AYURVEDACHARYA) DEGREE
EXAMINATION, AUGUST 2002
DRAVYAGUNA VIJNANAM– Paper I
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
Parts A and B should be answered in separate answer­books
Part A
1. Describe the number of Vipakas according to Charaka and Sushruta. Mentions the
criterias followed by them. (5 marks)
2. Describe the Karmas of Madhura vipaka on Dosha, Dhatu, Malan. (5 marks)
3. Describe the pancha bhoutik composition of Lavana Rasa according to Charaka and
Sushruta. Mention lavanas. (4 marks)
4. Describe the karma of Madhura Rasa in detail (5 marks)
5. Describe Sheeta and Ushna Veerya in detail (5 marks)
6. Explain the concept of Prabhava in detail with examples. (7 marks)
7. Explain the relationship between Rasa and Vipaka. (5 marks)
8. Describe in detail the classification of drugs according to Charaka. (6 marks)
9. Explain the difference between Prabhava, Vichitra Pratyaya­Arabda and
Vikritivishama Samaveda. (7 marks)
Part B
1. Explain the inter­relationship between Guna and Veerya (10 marks)
2. Explain the term Anulomana and Bhedana. (5 marks)
3. Write short notes on :
(a)Madana pala nighantu.
(b) Dhanwantari Nighantu (6 marks)
4. Write in detail the collection and storage of pushpa (5marks)
5. Write the drugs of Pancha and Ashtavarga. (4marks)
6. Explain the concept of Mahavisha and Upavisha (5 marks)
7. Write in general, the guna and karma of Kheera ashtakam and Mutrashtakam (5 marks)
8. Explain the general principle of Dravya shodhanam (Purification of drugs) (5 marks)
9. Explain the difference between Ahara and Oushadha. (5 marks)

2. SECOND PROFESSIONAL B.A.M.S (AYURVEDACHARYA) DEGREE
EXAMINATION, AUGUST 2002
DRAVYAGUNA VIJNANAM– Paper II
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
parts A and B should be answered in separate answer­books
Part A
1. Write the properties and therapeutic applications of the following drugs:
(a) Palasa (b) Vacha
(c) Rasna. (d) Kushta (8 marks)
2. Write notes on:
(a) Kakamachi (b) Lajjalu
(c) Neeli (d) Prusniparni (8marks)
3. Describe the various Sudhikramas of the following drugs:
(a) Vatsanabha (b) Guggulu
(c) Bhallathaka (d) Dhathura (8 marks)
4. Write the botanical name and chemical constituents of:
(a) Nimba (b) Kirathathiktha.
(c) Kumari (d) Katuki (6 marks)
5. Is there any controversy on the identity of the following plants:
(a) Daruharidra (b) Madhuyashti
(c) Pushkaramoolam (d) Brahmi
6. Write the botanical name and two synonyms of each:
(a) Thaleesapathra (b) Prusniparni
(c) Thrivruth (d) Prasarani. (8 marks)
7. Describe the collection of Himgu (4 marks)
Part B
1. Explain the importance of Paneeya (3 marks)
2. Properties and therapeutic applications of:
(a) Agnijara (b) Varatika
(c) Kasthoori (d) Mrugasrumga (8marks)
3. Write notes on:
(a) Madhu (b) Ajam paya
(c) Kulatha (d) Nagaram (8 marks)
4. Write the systemic activity of the following drugs:
(a) Kutaja (b) Ahiphena
(c) Jyothishmathy (d) Gokshura (8 marks)
5. Write a model prescription for an adult patient (3 marks)
6. Write a brief description of Sookadhamya (5 marks)
7. Write the importance of Oushadhakalam with reference to Pragbhaktham and
mahurmuhu. (5 marks)
8. Explain the varieties and distinguishing features of:(a) Vasa(b) Pippali (10 marks)

3. SECOND PROFESSIONAL B.A.M.S (AYURVEDACHARYA) DEGREE
EXAMINATION, JULY 2002
Paper I – RASA SASTRA AND BHAISHAJYA KALPANA
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
parts A and B should be answered in separate answer­books.
All questions carry equal marks.
Part A
1. Explain the importance of the word “Rasa” in Rasa Sastra (5 marks)
2. Explain the term “Sodhana” in Rasa Sastra and describe the yanthra used for the
swedhana process of Parada. (10 marks)
3. Define “Puta”. Write the types and numbers of puta required for maran
(Calcination) of Abhrak. (10 marks)
4. Write shorts notes on :
(a) Gosthanee musha
(b) Amgārakoshti
(c) Raseswara darsana
(d) Dravakavarga
(e) Nirvapa (25 marks)
Part B
1. Write the method of preparation of “Panchamritha parpathi and describe its paka,
anupana dravyas, pathya­apathya and matra. (10 marks)
2. Enumerate the drugs included in “sadharana rasa” group (10 marks)
3. Write the distinguishing properties of abhraka, vimala, gandhaka, higula and godanthi.
(10 marks)
4. Discuss the classification of “Lohas” (10 marks)
5. What is Pottali? Describe any one of the Pottali yoga (10 marks)

4. SECOND PROFESSIONAL B.A.M.S DEGREE EXAMINATION, AUGUST 2002
RASA SASTRA AND BHAISHAJYA KALPANA – Paper II
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
Parts A and B must be answered in separately. All questions carry equal marks.
Part A
1. Define Bheshaja. Write synonyms of bheshaja.
2. Discuss the role of vāsana (Flavouring) in Bhaishajya Kalpana.
3. Write modern equalents to:
(a) Sanam (b) Kuduba (c) Rethi (d) Dronam (e) Palam.
4. Elucidate the views of sargadhara Acharya towards the shelf life of different kalpanas.
5. Describe the packing and labelling techniques, which can be incorporated in
Ayurveda Pharmacy.
6. What is Agni sidha swarasa? Give one example.
7. Describe the dose of sapta sara kwadha with anupana and therapeutic indications.
8. Short notes on:
(a) Guggulu paka (b) Tandulodaka (c) Pramathya
Part B
9. Write the different sneha pakas and its uses.
10. Explain the Gritha Moorchana process.
11.Narrate the pre­processing techniques adopted in Sandhana Kalpana.
12.What is meant by adulterated drugs?
13.Write the preparation of suktha.
14. Classify Takra Kalpana with its properties.
Write short notes on:
15. Vidalaka.
16. Matra vasti
17. Arkka
18. Prasanna.

5. SECOND PROFESSIONAL B.A.M.S DEGREE EXAMINATION, AUGUST 2002
ROGA VINJANAM AND VIKRITI VINJANAM ­ Paper I
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
parts A and B should be answered in separate answer­books.
All questions carry equal marks.
Part A
1. Write Nadee pareeksha vidhi
2. Explain Rekta sarapurusha lekshanas.
3. What are the types of Ajeerna?
4. Explain “vidhi” samprapthi.
5. Describe “Adhyatmika” vyadhis.
6. Explain Trividha Rogee Pareeksha vidhi.
7. Write “Athi Karsya” Lakshanas.
8. Explain “Sathmya Pareeksha vidhi.
9. Write “Viprakrishta” hetu.
10. Explain “Maharogas”.
Part B
11. Write Swedavaha strotodushti Nidana and Lakshanas.
12. Explain “Jihwa” Pareeksha vidhi
13. Write vata kopa nidanas and lakshanas.
14. Explain Strothodushti nidanas and lakshanas.
15. Explain Anupasaya
16. Write Balavridha kara Bhavas.
17. Explain Asathmendriyartha samyoga.
18. Describe “rishta lakshanas
19. Write Prakrithi Pareeksha vidhi.
20. What is prathyathma niyatha lakshana?

6. SECOND PROFESSIONAL B.A.M.S DEGREE EXAMINATION, AUGUST 2002
ROGA VIJNANAM AND VIKRUTI VIJNANAM – Paper II
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer all questions
parts A and B should be answered in separate answer­books.
Part A
1. Write the classifications of Jwara.
2. Write the Jwaramukta lakshanas.
3. Write short note on Abashangajwara.
4. Explain the poorvaroopas of Raktapita.
5. Differentiate between Adhoga – Raktapita and Rakta­atisara.
6. Write the nidana samprapti lakshanas of Kashata Kasam.
7. Write the sankhya samprapti lof Hidhma and explain Annaja Hidhma.
8. Explain the samprapti of Rajayakshma.
9. Explain Krimija Hridroga.
10.Write the nidana samprapti of Amlapita. (10x5=50 marks)
Part B
11. Write the nidana samprapti of Pandu roga. (5 marks)
12. Differentiate between Visarpa and Vidradhi (5 marks)
13. Describe the lakshanas of sidhma kushta (5 marks)
14. Mention the sadhya asadhyatas of switra roga (5 marks)
15. Differentiate between Vatarakta and Sandhivata (5 marks)
16. What is Samgraha Grahani (5 marks)
17. Write short notes on :
(a) Vatakundalika
(b) Vatakandakam
(c) Vatavasthi
(d) Khalwi (20 marks)

7. SECOND PROFESSIONAL B.A.M.S DEGREE EXAMINATION, AUGUST 2002
SWASTHAVRITHA ­ Paper II
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
Answer all questions
Parts A and B should be answered in separate answer­books.
All questions carry equal marks.
Part A
1. Write the importance of “Fasting” in Nature Cure Therapy.
2. Write the diet and regimen for a “Tamaka Swasa” (Bronchial Asthma) patient.
3. Write about sun bath and its benefits.
4. Write the “Definition” and “Upayas” of “Moksha”.
5. Write the importance of “Dhyana” (Mediation)
6. Describe the Astanga yogas.
7. Write the pathyas and apathyas in yoga practice.
8. Describe “idia”, “Pingala” and “Sushumna”.
9. Explain “Pavana Muktasana” and its advantages.
10. Write the yogasiddhikara bhavas. (10x5=50 marks)
Part B
1. Explain the delivery of Health Care systems in India.
2. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of intra­uterine devices
3. Explain the State Health Administration
4. Define Census. What are the uses of census?
5. What is the National Family Welfare Programme?
6. What are the preventive and social measures for lowering Maternal Mortality Rate?
7. What are the uses of Growth chart?
8. Write about the voluntary health organisations of National and International levels.
9. Define Abortion. Write its complications.
10. Write about the National Population Policy 2000. (10x5=50 marks)

8. SECOND PROFESSIONAL B.A.M.S (AYURVEDACHARYA) DEGREE
EXAMINATION, AUGUST 2002
AGADATANTRA AND VYAVAHAR AYURVEDA VIDHI VAIDOKAM
Time : Three Hours Maximum : 100 marks
parts A and B should be answered in separate answer­books.
Part A
1. Explain Dooshi visha nidanas, samprapti lakshanas and chikitsa. (10 marks)
2. Compare the qualities of visha, ojas and madyam. (5 marks)
3. Write the pathya and apathya āhāras and viharas in Visha bādha. (5 marks)
4. Define “Mantra”. Discuss the action and effect of mantras in Vishabadha. (5marks)
5. Mention the Chathur vimsathi vishopakramas (5 marks)
6. What is “hridayavaranam”? How and when it has to be done? (5 marks)
7. Explain jamgama vishadhishtans. (5 marks)
8. Write the sanchara kālam and vāsa sthanam of snakes in accordance with the
Ayurvedic classifications of snakes. (5
marks)
9. Explain the ways of transmission of mooshika visham and mooshika visha chilktsa.
(5 marks)
Part B
1. Explain “Products liability”. (5 marks)
2. How will you determine the sex by observing the peivic bone of a dead body?
(5 marks)
3. What is asphyxia? Write the types and causes (5 marks)
4. Which are the factors you consider to estimate the time passed after death?
(5 marks)
5. Write the difference between rigor mortis and cadaveric spasm. (5 marks)
6. What is “Professional secrecy” ? Discuss the important points (5 marks)
7. What are the post mortem findings in death caused by lightning? (5 marks)
8. What are the different thermal injuries? (5 marks)
9. Enlist the types of witnesses and explain “hostile witness”. (5 marks)
10. What is starvation? What are the symptoms of acute starvation? (5 marks)