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What is the primary use of a polygraph test?
What is the primary use of a polygraph test?
The results of the polygraph test are admissible in court as evidence.
The results of the polygraph test are admissible in court as evidence.
False
What are the two aspects considered during a polygraph test?
What are the two aspects considered during a polygraph test?
Psychological and physiological aspects
The library at the forensic science laboratory is equipped with _____ number of different books and journals related to forensic science.
The library at the forensic science laboratory is equipped with _____ number of different books and journals related to forensic science.
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Match the following positions with their responsibilities in a forensic laboratory:
Match the following positions with their responsibilities in a forensic laboratory:
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Which of the following is a requirement for the Director of a forensic laboratory?
Which of the following is a requirement for the Director of a forensic laboratory?
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Which division is responsible for the examination of hair and blood samples?
Which division is responsible for the examination of hair and blood samples?
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The National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) specifies requirements for personnel in forensic laboratories.
The National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) specifies requirements for personnel in forensic laboratories.
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What is one of the main goals of the District Mobile Laboratory?
What is one of the main goals of the District Mobile Laboratory?
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The Chemistry Division examines toxic substances found in food and beverages.
The Chemistry Division examines toxic substances found in food and beverages.
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Who is the Director of CFSL Hyderabad?
Who is the Director of CFSL Hyderabad?
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The ______ Division is focused on the analysis of firearms and ammunition.
The ______ Division is focused on the analysis of firearms and ammunition.
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Match the following divisions with their primary functions:
Match the following divisions with their primary functions:
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What type of substances does the Toxicology Division focus on?
What type of substances does the Toxicology Division focus on?
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The Cyber Forensic Division deals with examinations of physical evidence like bullets.
The Cyber Forensic Division deals with examinations of physical evidence like bullets.
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What is the primary purpose of the DNA Typing Division?
What is the primary purpose of the DNA Typing Division?
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What is the minimum qualification for a reporting officer in chemistry?
What is the minimum qualification for a reporting officer in chemistry?
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A reporting officer in toxicology can have a graduate degree in biochemistry.
A reporting officer in toxicology can have a graduate degree in biochemistry.
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What is one of the key competencies required for toxicologists?
What is one of the key competencies required for toxicologists?
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The reporting officer in biology must have knowledge of basic __________ sciences.
The reporting officer in biology must have knowledge of basic __________ sciences.
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Match the following reporting officer qualifications with their respective fields:
Match the following reporting officer qualifications with their respective fields:
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a reporting officer in the field of biology?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for a reporting officer in the field of biology?
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Reporting officers in forensic science require a minimum five years of experience in their respective fields.
Reporting officers in forensic science require a minimum five years of experience in their respective fields.
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What must a reporting officer in DNA Finger Printing possess as a minimum qualification?
What must a reporting officer in DNA Finger Printing possess as a minimum qualification?
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What is one main function of a LIMS?
What is one main function of a LIMS?
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A LIMS is primarily used for scientific experimentation only.
A LIMS is primarily used for scientific experimentation only.
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What does LIMS stand for?
What does LIMS stand for?
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A LIMS manages laboratory samples and associated ________.
A LIMS manages laboratory samples and associated ________.
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Match the following LIMS systems with their primary use:
Match the following LIMS systems with their primary use:
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a LIMS?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a LIMS?
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What must new staff members complete before they are authorized to work in the laboratory?
What must new staff members complete before they are authorized to work in the laboratory?
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The Directorate of Forensic Science Laboratory functions independently and does not follow any government guidelines.
The Directorate of Forensic Science Laboratory functions independently and does not follow any government guidelines.
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The software facilitates compliance with standards such as GMP and ISO 17025.
The software facilitates compliance with standards such as GMP and ISO 17025.
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What are SOPs in the context of laboratory management?
What are SOPs in the context of laboratory management?
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Name one of the main functions of the Forensic Science Laboratory.
Name one of the main functions of the Forensic Science Laboratory.
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The laboratory adopts the __________ guidelines of ISO/IEC-17025 (2005) for quality management.
The laboratory adopts the __________ guidelines of ISO/IEC-17025 (2005) for quality management.
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Match the forensic activities with their descriptions:
Match the forensic activities with their descriptions:
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Who does the forensic laboratory provide training to?
Who does the forensic laboratory provide training to?
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What is the purpose of generating unbiased scientific reports?
What is the purpose of generating unbiased scientific reports?
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The Mizoram Forensic Science Laboratory focuses solely on criminal cases.
The Mizoram Forensic Science Laboratory focuses solely on criminal cases.
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What does Locard's Principle state?
What does Locard's Principle state?
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The law of individuality refers to the fact that every individual has no unique characteristics that can be used for identification.
The law of individuality refers to the fact that every individual has no unique characteristics that can be used for identification.
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What is the main implication of the law of progressive change in forensic science?
What is the main implication of the law of progressive change in forensic science?
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The law of ________ states that criminals leave traces behind during their interaction with victims.
The law of ________ states that criminals leave traces behind during their interaction with victims.
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Match the following principles of forensic science with their descriptions:
Match the following principles of forensic science with their descriptions:
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Which principle emphasizes the importance of correctly preserving evidence?
Which principle emphasizes the importance of correctly preserving evidence?
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The law of comparison is concerned with comparing items that have dissimilar characteristics.
The law of comparison is concerned with comparing items that have dissimilar characteristics.
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Give an example of a distinct characteristic that can be used in forensic science.
Give an example of a distinct characteristic that can be used in forensic science.
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Study Notes
Forensic Science Disciplines
- Forensic investigations, analysis, and modeling help understand events like fires, explosions, or vandalism
- Handwriting and questioned document examination determine tampering, backdating, replacements, or forgery of documents
- Personal injury cases (traffic accidents, industrial incidents): experts reconstruct events for court rulings
- Property damage cases (fire, explosions, vandalism): forensic analysis unravels incidents and possible causes
Forensic Laboratories in India
- Seven central forensic laboratories: Hyderabad, Kolkata, Chandigarh, New Delhi, Guwahati, Bhopal, and Pune
- CFSL Hyderabad excels in chemical sciences, Kolkata in biological, and Chandigarh in physical sciences
- New Delhi CFSL is part of the Central Bureau of Investigation
- Specialized directors lead each lab
- Roles and responsibilities of each lab are outlined
Divisions and Activities in Forensic Labs
- Biology/Serology Division: Examines evidence like hair, blood, skin, teeth, fibers, semen, saliva, etc. and their origin
- DNA Typing Division: Identifies victims/perpetrators, paternity disputes, and body fluid samples
- Chemistry Division: Explores adulterated fuels, explosives, acids, precious metals, liquors, and narcotics.
- Toxicology Division: Detects poisons in viscera and food
- Physics/Ballistics Division: Examines paints, tools, vehicle parts, and firearms for identification and distance estimations
- Documents Division: Investigates forged documents, passports, and other fabricated items
- Cyber Forensic Division: Analyzes mobile phones, memory cards, and other devices for forensic data
- (Proposed) Polygraph Division: A scientific aid in investigation
Additional Information
- District Mobile Laboratory support
- Forensic Library with various resources
- Organizational structure and qualifications for Laboratory Directors
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Explore the various disciplines within forensic science and their significance in criminal investigations. Learn about the central forensic laboratories in India and their specialized roles in analyzing evidence. This quiz covers the fundamental aspects of forensic analysis, from handwriting examination to biology divisions in labs.
