Offences and penalties under Pharmacy Act MCQs With Answer is a concise, exam-focused guide for B. Pharm students preparing for professional and university tests. This set covers key legal concepts such as registration requirements, restricted use of the title “pharmacist”, common offences like practicing without registration or falsifying documents, and disciplinary penalties including suspension, removal and reprimand. Emphasis is on practical scenarios, roles of the Pharmacy Council of India and State Pharmacy Councils, and how pharmacy regulation links with the Drugs and Cosmetics Act. Clear, targeted MCQs with answers will deepen your understanding of professional responsibilities, legal risks and compliance essentials. Now let’s test your knowledge with 30 MCQs on this topic.
Q1. In which year was the Pharmacy Act enacted?
- 1938
- 1948
- 1950
- 1961
Correct Answer: 1948
Q2. Which body was established under the Pharmacy Act to regulate pharmacy education and standards?
- Medical Council of India
- Pharmacy Council of India
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organization
- Indian Nursing Council
Correct Answer: Pharmacy Council of India
Q3. Who maintains the register of pharmacists for a particular state?
- State Pharmacy Council
- Pharmacy Council of India
- Drug Inspector
- Local municipal authority
Correct Answer: State Pharmacy Council
Q4. Is registration under the State Pharmacy Council required to practice as a pharmacist?
- Optional for retail pharmacies
- Mandatory for practice
- Recommended but not required
- Required only for hospital pharmacists
Correct Answer: Mandatory for practice
Q5. The title “pharmacist” may only be used by which category of persons?
- Anyone with practical experience
- Registered pharmacist
- Any health professional
- Pharmacy assistants
Correct Answer: Registered pharmacist
Q6. Which of the following is an offence under the Pharmacy Act?
- Practicing without registration
- Selling cosmetics only
- Manufacturing surgical devices
- Teaching pharmacy students
Correct Answer: Practicing without registration
Q7. Which body prescribes minimum education standards and qualifications for pharmacists?
- State Pharmacy Council
- Pharmacy Council of India
- All India Council for Technical Education
- University Grants Commission
Correct Answer: Pharmacy Council of India
Q8. Which of the following is a disciplinary penalty that can be imposed by a State Pharmacy Council?
- Removal from register
- Death sentence
- Deportation
- Mandatory community service
Correct Answer: Removal from register
Q9. Who may lodge a complaint against a pharmacist for alleged professional misconduct?
- Only the government health department
- Any person
- Only other registered pharmacists
- Only hospital administration
Correct Answer: Any person
Q10. Making a false entry in the register of pharmacists is considered:
- A professional conduct improvement
- An administrative error only
- An offence
- Minor negligence
Correct Answer: An offence
Q11. Which authority has the power to suspend a pharmacist’s registration pending inquiry?
- State Pharmacy Council
- Pharmacy Council of India
- District Court
- Local police station
Correct Answer: State Pharmacy Council
Q12. Employing an unregistered person to act as a pharmacist is considered:
- Permitted under supervision
- An offence under the Pharmacy Act
- Encouraged for remote areas
- A pure civil contractual matter
Correct Answer: An offence under the Pharmacy Act
Q13. The Pharmacy Act primarily regulates which of the following?
- Pharmacy profession and registration of pharmacists
- Manufacture and quality control of medicines
- Clinical trial approvals
- Medical education standards for doctors
Correct Answer: Pharmacy profession and registration of pharmacists
Q14. Displaying degrees or titles to mislead the public about pharmacy qualifications is:
- Allowed if experience is shown
- An offence under the Pharmacy Act
- Regulated by tax authorities
- Not addressed by pharmacy law
Correct Answer: An offence under the Pharmacy Act
Q15. Which Act mainly governs manufacture, sale and distribution standards of drugs (distinct from pharmacy registration)?
- Pharmacy Act
- Drugs and Cosmetics Act
- Indian Medical Council Act
- Consumer Protection Act
Correct Answer: Drugs and Cosmetics Act
Q16. Who sets professional conduct and ethical standards for pharmacists at the state level?
- State Pharmacy Council
- Local pharmacy association
- Hospital management boards
- Central Drugs Laboratory
Correct Answer: State Pharmacy Council
Q17. Which of the following is a valid ground for removing a name from the register of pharmacists?
- Professional misconduct
- Occasional absence from work
- Voluntary retirement
- Change of residential address
Correct Answer: Professional misconduct
Q18. Forging a pharmacist registration certificate is considered:
- A clerical oversight
- A serious offence
- A minor breach of ethics
- Allowed with employer approval
Correct Answer: A serious offence
Q19. Which document is essential to apply for enrollment on the register of pharmacists?
- Recognized qualification certificate in pharmacy
- Voter identity card
- Driving license
- Birth certificate
Correct Answer: Recognized qualification certificate in pharmacy
Q20. Which statement is incorrect regarding the Pharmacy Act?
- It regulates registration and conduct of pharmacists
- State Councils can take disciplinary action
- It primarily deals with drug manufacturing standards
- Pharmacy Council of India prescribes education standards
Correct Answer: It primarily deals with drug manufacturing standards
Q21. The disciplinary committee of a State Pharmacy Council mainly handles:
- Cases of professional misconduct by pharmacists
- Drug price fixation
- Issuing manufacturing licenses
- Import-export drug licenses
Correct Answer: Cases of professional misconduct by pharmacists
Q22. Which of the following is NOT a disciplinary measure typically imposed by a State Pharmacy Council?
- Suspension of registration
- Removal from register
- Reprimand or caution
- Imprisonment
Correct Answer: Imprisonment
Q23. The official list that contains names and qualifications of registered pharmacists is called:
- Register of Pharmacists
- Medical Register
- Nursing Register
- Trade License Register
Correct Answer: Register of Pharmacists
Q24. Submitting false information in an application for registration may result in:
- Refusal and disciplinary action
- Automatic acceptance
- Promotion to senior grade
- No consequence
Correct Answer: Refusal and disciplinary action
Q25. Which authority is responsible for recognition of pharmacy qualifications and curriculum standards?
- Pharmacy Council of India
- State Pharmacy Council
- District education office
- Hospital accreditation board
Correct Answer: Pharmacy Council of India
Q26. A complaint about misuse of the title “pharmacist” should be filed with:
- State Pharmacy Council
- Local police station only
- Consumer court immediately
- Municipal corporation
Correct Answer: State Pharmacy Council
Q27. If a pharmacist wishes to practice in another state, they generally must:
- Register with that state’s Pharmacy Council
- Rely on a single national registration only
- Obtain employer permission only
- Notify the local police
Correct Answer: Register with that state’s Pharmacy Council
Q28. Removal of a name from the register prevents the person from:
- Practicing as a pharmacist legally
- Participating in community events
- Buying over-the-counter products
- Attending professional conferences
Correct Answer: Practicing as a pharmacist legally
Q29. Which of the following is an example of professional misconduct under pharmacy regulation?
- Dispensing prescription-only medicines without a valid prescription
- Keeping pharmacy premises clean
- Following a physician’s prescription accurately
- Maintaining proper stock records
Correct Answer: Dispensing prescription-only medicines without a valid prescription
Q30. What is the main objective of the Pharmacy Act in relation to public health?
- Regulate the pharmacy profession and ensure safe pharmacy practice
- Control medical college admissions
- Fix prices of all medicines
- Manage hospital infrastructure
Correct Answer: Regulate the pharmacy profession and ensure safe pharmacy practice
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