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The document outlines the structure of a question paper consisting of five sections with a total of 33 questions, including multiple choice, assertion-reasoning, and descriptive questions. Each section has a specific number of questions and marks assigned, with internal choices provided in some questions. It covers various topics related to human reproduction, plant reproduction, and contraceptive methods.

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General Instructions:

(i)All questions are compulsory.


(ii) The question paper has five sections and 33 questions.
(iii) Section–A has 16 questions of 1 mark each; Section–B has 5 questions
of 2 marks each; Section– C has
7 questions of 3 marks each; Section– D has 2 case-based questions of 4
marks each; and Section–E has 3
questions of 5 marks each.
(iv) There is no overall choice. However, internal choices have been
provided in some questions. A student
has to attempt only one of the alternatives in such questions.
(v)Wherever necessary, neat and properly labeled diagrams should be
drawn.
Section – A
Question
No
Q. No. 1 to 12 are multiple choice questions. Only one of the choices is
correct.
Select and write the correct choice as well as the answer to these
questions.
1. How many meiotic divisions would be required for a plant that
undergoes
monosporic development to give rise to 200 functional eggs?
a.500
b.200
c.800
d.400

2. Identify the function(s) of LH.


a. Release of secondary oocyte from Graafian follicle.
b. corpus luteum to secrete progesterone.
c. Stimulates estrogen formation.
d. Promotes development of egg to form secondary oocyte.
a. and b only
b. b and c only
c. c and d only
d. b only

3. The figure given below depicts a diagrammatic sectional view of the


female
reproductive system of human , which are of the three parts out of I—IV
have been correctly identified
a) (i) Perimetrium (ii) Myometrium (iii) Fallopian Tube
b) (ii) Endometrium (iii) Infundibulum (iv) Fimbriae
c) (iii) Infundibulum (iv) Fimbriae (v) cervix
d) (iv) Oviduct funnel (v) Uterus (vi) Cervix

4 Even after killing the generative cell with a laser beam the pollen grain
of the
flowering plant germinates and produces normal pollen tube.
a) Laser beam stimulates pollen germination
b) Laser beam does not damage the region from which pollen tube
emerges
c) The contents of the killed generative cell permit germination of pollen
growth.
d) The vegetative cell has not been damaged.

5 The most important component of oral contraceptive pill is


(a) Progesterone
(b) FSH
(c) LH
(d) Thyroxine

6 Which of the following statements regarding the structure of


microsporangium are
correct?

[i] it is generally surrounded by four wall layers- epidermis, endothecium,


middle
layers and tapetum.
[ii] the outer three layers help in dehiscence of anther to release the
pollen.
[iii] the cells of tapetum undergo meiosis to produce microspore tetrad.
(a) i] & [ii]
(b) i] & [iii
(c) [ii] & [iii]
(d) All of these

7 Identify the Human developmental stage shown below as well as the


related right
Place of its occurrence in a normal pregnant woman, and select the right
option for
the together.

D 8 celled stage Starting


part of fallopian tube
8 .What are the problems with hybrid seeds?
a. Hybrid seeds have to be produced every year.
b. Seeds obtained from hybrid plants, when grown, tend to segregate and
lose the
hybrid traits.
c. Cost factor
d. All of the above.

9 The ploidy of spermatogonia, primary spermatocyte, secondary


spermatocyte and
spermatid is
(a) 2n, 2n, 2n, n
(b) n, 2n, 2n, n
(c) n, 2n, n, n
(d) 2n, 2n, n, n

10 An infertile couple was advised to undergo in vitro fertilization by the


doctor. Out of
the options given below, select the correct stage for transfer to the
fallopian tube for
successful results?
(a) Zygote only
(b) Zygote or early embryo upto 8 blastomeres
(c) Embryos with more than 8 blastomeres
(d) Blastocyst Stage

11 Match column I with column II and choose the correct option.


12.Important attributes belonging to a population but not to an individual
are :
(i) Birth rate and death rate
(ii) Male and female
(iii) Birth and death
(iv) Sex-ratio
a) i and ii
b) iiand iii
c) i and iii
d) i and iv

Question No. 13 to 16 consist of two statements – Assertion (A) and


Reason (R).
Answer these questions selecting the appropriate option given below:
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
b. Both A and R are true and R is not the correct explanation of A.
c. A is true but R is false.
d. A is False but R is true
13 Assertion: The middle piece of sperm is called the powerhouse of the
sperm.
Reason: The numerous mitochondria coiling around axial filament produce
energy
for the movement of the tail.
1
14 Assertion: The signals for parturition originate from the fully developed
foetus and
the placenta.
Reason: Oxytocin acts on the uterine muscle and causes stronger uterine
Contractions.
1
15 Assertion: Vasectomy blocks gamete transport and thereby prevent
conception.
Reason: In vasectomy, a small part of the vas deferens is removed or tied
up.
1
16 Assertion: In India there is statutory ban on amniocentesis.
Reason: Amniocentesis is used for sex-determination & resulting in
increased female
foeticide.
1
Section-B
17 Write one difference and one similarity between autogamy and
geitonogamy with one example of each.

18 Observe the diagram carefully name the process and explain why it is
required.

19 Cleistogamous flowers produce assured seed set even in the absence


of pollinators.
How?

20 Identify the given diagram. What does it contains and is used for?

21 Study the figure given below and answer the questions that follows.
(i)Name the stage of human embryo the figure represents.
(ii)Identify A and B.

Section C
22 In which part of the human female reproductive system do the
following events take
place?
I. Release of 1st polar body
II. Release of 2nd polar body
b) From where do the signals for parturition originate and what does
maternal
pituitary release for stimulating uterine contractions for childbirth.

23 The figure given below shows 3 sperms A, B and C.

a) Which one of the three sperms will gain entry into the ovum? Label P.
b) Describe the associated changes induced by it on P and Q.

24 Describes the different kinds of natural contraceptive methods.


25

You can see the honey bee visiting flower in the given picture. Is its visit
important
for the flower? Give any four characteristics of the flower whom it is
visiting.

26 Given below is a flow chart showing ovarian changes during menstrual


cycle. Fill in
the spaces giving the name of the hormones responsible for the events
shown.
27 How we can create awareness to develop a reproductively healthy
society.
28 Draw a well labelled diagram of T.S of anther. Give the importance of
tapetum.
Section D
29

A. What is megasporogenesis?
B. What structure will be developed after megasporogenesis? What is the
ploidy
of megasporogenesis?
Attempt either subpart C or D
C. During megasporogenesis 3 megaspores are degenerated. Give reason.
D. Where does megasporogenesis occur?

30
A couple just married do not want a child and focus on their respective
careers. They
want to use a contraception method for 3- 4 years. The female partner
has an allergy
with physical barriers. She doesn’t want to use oral contraceptives.
A. Suggest a contraceptive method which suits their requirement.
B. Is there any method to avoid pregnancy after unprotected coitus in an
emergency? Yes, or no, Justify your answer.
Attempt either subpart C or D
C.Mention different types of IUD.
D. Write one example each type.
Section E
31 A.
a)Explain the menstrual phase in a human female. State the levels of
ovarian
and pituitary hormones during this phase.
b) Why is follicular phase in the menstrual cycle also referred as
proliferative phase?
Explain.
c) Explain the events that occur in a Graafian follicle at the time of
ovulation and
thereafter.
d) Draw a Graafian follicle and label antrum and secondary oocyte.
OR
B.
Explain in detail the various developmental stages of the zygote until
implantation with suitable diagrams.

32 A. Write the properties of an ideal contraceptive. How are non-


medicated IUDs
different from hormone releasing IUDs? Give examples.
OR
B. What is infertility? Describe the different assisted reproductive
technologies which
can help an infertile couple.

33 A. Describe the development of male gametophyte with the help of


diagram. 5 OR
B. Seema was observing T.S of ovary of Hibiscus. Her teacher told her that
this
ovule has an embryo sac which contains eight nucleus and seven cells.
Can you help
her to explain this process?

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