Zoology (Optional)
- Year 2007
- Conducted By Maharashtra Government (MFS)
- Questions 7
- Maximum Marks 200
- Duration 3 Hours
- Languages English & Hindi
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Maharashtra Forest Services Main Examination |
| Year | 2007 |
| Conducting Body | Maharashtra Government (MFS) |
| Paper | Zoology (Optional) |
| Subject | Zoology (Optional) |
| Duration | 3 Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 200 |
| Number of Questions | 7 |
| Question Type | Descriptive / Subjective |
This document presents the Zoology (Optional) paper for the Maharashtra Forest Services Main Examination 2007 (Paper Code 001071). The exam comprises seven descriptive questions, with Question 1 compulsory and four from the remaining six to be answered within 3 hours, totaling 200 marks. The paper spans topics from biostatistics (Chi-square), genetics (Hardy-Weinberg), cell biology (mitochondria), reproductive biology (meiosis, spermatogenesis), DNA structure and forms (A/B/Z-DNA), metabolism of carbohydrates, operon regulation, thermoregulation, protozoan epidemiology, and applied zoology topics such as eye anatomy, chick embryo gastrulation, and apiculture. The OCR has been repaired for clarity and structure across pages 1 and 2, preserving the original intent and numbering. Both pages include English and Hindi terms and are intended for graduate-level examination preparation.
Major Topics Covered
- Chi-square test
- Genome information
- Blood as circulating fluid
- DNA Fingerprint analysis
- Mitochondria structure and function
- Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium
- Meiosis
- Natural selection
- DNA forms: A-DNA, B-DNA, Z-DNA
- Water as solvent in biology
- Monosaccharides
- Gene regulation
- Inducible Operons
- Repressible Operons
- Thermoregulation physiology
- Spermatogenesis
- Protozoan epidemiology
- Human eye structure and function
- Chick embryo gastrulation
- Apiculture
Why This Paper is Important
- Useful for Maharashtra Forest Services Main Examina preparation
- Helps understand the latest exam pattern
- Useful for practice and self-assessment
- Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
- Helpful for analysing question trends
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Instructions
- MFS ATp 2007 001071 ZOOLOGY (Optional) प्राणिशास्त्र ( वैकल्पिक ) Time: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 200 In all attempt five questions.
- Note: (i) Question No. 1 is compulsory.
- (i) Question No. 1 is compulsory.
- (iii) Of the remaining Questions, Attempt any four by selecting one question from each section.
- Draw structures, diagrams wherever required.
- (iv) Numbers of optional questions upto the prescribed number in the order in which questions
- (v) have been solved, will only be assessed and excess answers of the question/s will not be assessed.
- (vi) Candidate should not write roll number, any names (including their own), signature, address or any indication of their identity anywhere inside the answer book otherwise he will be penalised.
- Answer any four of the following: 40
Questions (page 2)
Q1. Describe Chi-square test and its applications.
Q2.
Detail an account of morphology, chemical composition and functions of mitochondria.
What is Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium? Write a note on its applications.
Q3.
What is meiosis? Describe the major features of each meiotic phase. Also discuss, the significance of meiosis.
Explain the theory of natural selection.
Q4.
"Water: The solvent of life", Discuss.
Describe the structure of DNA and write a note on three important forms of DNA, A-DNA, B-DNA and Z-DNA.
Q5.
Elucidate the structural patterns, types and derivatives of monosaccharides.
Explain the regulation of gene action with reference to: Inducible Operons and
(i) Repressible Operons.
(ii)
Q6.
Give an account of physiology of the thermoregulation.
Describe the process of spermatogenesis.
Discuss epidemiology of diseases caused by protozoans.
Q7.
Detail the structure and function of the human eye.
Describe the development of chickembryo upto a process of gastrulation.
Write an essay on Apiculture.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the exam for Zoology (Optional)?
Maharashtra Forest Services Main Examination 2007.
Is Question 1 compulsory?
Yes, Question 1 is compulsory.
How many questions must be attempted?
Answer any four of the following five questions as per the instruction; Question 1 is compulsory.
How many sections are in the paper?
The paper includes sections A, B, and C with questions 1–3 in Section A and questions 4–7 in Sections B and C.
What is the duration of the exam?
3 hours.
What is the maximum marks for the paper?
200 marks.