Q.1 Which of the following is a significant social determinant of health that affects women disproportionately?
Income inequality
Genetic mutations
Air pollution
Vaccination rates
Explanation - Income inequality affects access to healthcare, nutrition, and living conditions, disproportionately impacting women due to systemic gender disparities.
Correct answer is: Income inequality
Q.2 What is a common barrier to women's access to reproductive healthcare in many countries?
Language barriers
High literacy rates
Overpopulation
Gender-based discrimination
Explanation - Gender-based discrimination in healthcare systems often limits women's access to reproductive and maternal health services.
Correct answer is: Gender-based discrimination
Q.3 Which mental health condition is reported more frequently among women than men globally?
Depression
Schizophrenia
Autism
Parkinson’s disease
Explanation - Studies show that depression prevalence is higher among women, influenced by biological, social, and cultural factors.
Correct answer is: Depression
Q.4 Maternal mortality is considered an indicator of:
Gender equality
Life expectancy
Economic growth
Infant intelligence
Explanation - High maternal mortality rates indicate gender inequality and limited access to health services for women.
Correct answer is: Gender equality
Q.5 Which of the following best defines gender-sensitive healthcare?
Healthcare that treats all patients identically
Healthcare addressing specific needs of men and women
Healthcare focused only on women
Healthcare with no cultural considerations
Explanation - Gender-sensitive healthcare recognizes biological and social differences between genders to provide appropriate medical care.
Correct answer is: Healthcare addressing specific needs of men and women
Q.6 Which of the following is a major cause of disability-adjusted life years (DALYs) among women?
Maternal conditions
Skin cancer
Kidney stones
Hearing loss
Explanation - Maternal conditions, including complications during pregnancy and childbirth, contribute significantly to DALYs among women.
Correct answer is: Maternal conditions
Q.7 Gender norms can negatively affect men's health by:
Encouraging emotional expression
Promoting risk-taking behaviors
Increasing help-seeking behavior
Improving social support
Explanation - Traditional gender norms often encourage men to take risks and avoid seeking healthcare, negatively affecting their health outcomes.
Correct answer is: Promoting risk-taking behaviors
Q.8 Which reproductive health issue is a leading cause of morbidity among adolescent girls in low-income countries?
HIV/AIDS
Osteoporosis
Migraine
Skin allergies
Explanation - Adolescent girls in low-income countries are at higher risk of HIV due to biological vulnerability, social norms, and limited access to sexual health education.
Correct answer is: HIV/AIDS
Q.9 Which policy approach is most effective in improving gender equity in health?
Universal healthcare without gender focus
Targeted programs addressing gender-specific health needs
Restricting healthcare access to certain genders
Reducing healthcare funding
Explanation - Targeted policies that consider gender-specific health challenges help reduce disparities and improve outcomes.
Correct answer is: Targeted programs addressing gender-specific health needs
Q.10 Gender-based violence can have long-term health effects such as:
Chronic pain, depression, PTSD
Improved cardiovascular health
Reduced infection risk
Enhanced bone strength
Explanation - Survivors of gender-based violence often experience physical and psychological health consequences that persist long-term.
Correct answer is: Chronic pain, depression, PTSD
Q.11 Which of the following reflects intersectionality in gender and health?
Examining only biological differences between men and women
Analyzing how gender, race, and class jointly affect health outcomes
Focusing exclusively on mental health
Studying only maternal mortality
Explanation - Intersectionality considers multiple social categories simultaneously, explaining how overlapping inequalities impact health.
Correct answer is: Analyzing how gender, race, and class jointly affect health outcomes
Q.12 Postpartum depression is primarily influenced by:
Biological changes, social support, and stress
Vaccination status
Bone density
Seasonal changes
Explanation - Postpartum depression arises due to hormonal shifts, psychological stress, and inadequate social support.
Correct answer is: Biological changes, social support, and stress
Q.13 Which is a gendered factor in cardiovascular disease risk?
Hormonal differences
Hair color
Favorite food color
Astrological sign
Explanation - Hormones like estrogen and testosterone influence cardiovascular risk, contributing to differences between men and women.
Correct answer is: Hormonal differences
Q.14 Which population is most vulnerable to health disparities due to gender and poverty?
Low-income women in rural areas
High-income men in cities
Teenagers in private schools
Retired athletes
Explanation - Women in rural, low-income settings face compounded barriers in accessing healthcare, nutrition, and education.
Correct answer is: Low-income women in rural areas
Q.15 Which intervention can reduce maternal mortality?
Skilled birth attendance
Limiting prenatal visits
Reducing vaccinations
Ignoring postpartum care
Explanation - Access to trained healthcare professionals during childbirth significantly reduces maternal mortality risks.
Correct answer is: Skilled birth attendance
Q.16 Which of the following health issues is often underdiagnosed in women due to gender bias?
Heart disease
Cataracts
Tonsillitis
Appendicitis
Explanation - Symptoms of heart disease in women are often atypical, and gender bias can lead to underdiagnosis and delayed treatment.
Correct answer is: Heart disease
Q.17 Which social factor can increase adolescent girls’ risk for poor mental health?
Gender-based bullying
Access to books
Vaccination
Wearing uniforms
Explanation - Discrimination and bullying based on gender can lead to anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges.
Correct answer is: Gender-based bullying
Q.18 Which of these is a global initiative to improve gender and health outcomes?
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 5 and 3
Nobel Prize
Olympic Games
World Cup
Explanation - SDG 3 aims at health and well-being, while SDG 5 promotes gender equality, including equitable health access.
Correct answer is: Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 5 and 3
Q.19 Which of the following best describes 'gender-responsive health policy'?
Ignoring gender differences in healthcare
Developing policies that address specific health needs of men and women
Limiting healthcare to only one gender
Focusing on children exclusively
Explanation - Gender-responsive policies consider biological and social differences to ensure equitable health outcomes.
Correct answer is: Developing policies that address specific health needs of men and women
Q.20 Which of the following is a consequence of limited access to contraception for women?
Higher rates of unintended pregnancies
Improved bone health
Lower blood pressure
Decreased heart disease risk
Explanation - Limited access to contraceptives increases the likelihood of unintended pregnancies, impacting women's health and social outcomes.
Correct answer is: Higher rates of unintended pregnancies
Q.21 Which mental health challenge is uniquely associated with pregnancy and postpartum period?
Postpartum depression
Alzheimer’s disease
Parkinson’s disease
Schizophrenia
Explanation - Postpartum depression is a mood disorder that occurs after childbirth, influenced by hormonal and social factors.
Correct answer is: Postpartum depression
Q.22 Which approach can help address gender disparities in healthcare research?
Including both men and women in clinical trials
Focusing exclusively on male participants
Excluding women of reproductive age
Ignoring social factors
Explanation - Including both genders ensures findings are generalizable and relevant, reducing bias in healthcare research.
Correct answer is: Including both men and women in clinical trials
Q.23 Which of the following is a consequence of gender norms on women's physical activity?
Lower participation rates in sports
Increased bone density
Higher athletic performance
Greater cardiovascular health than men
Explanation - Cultural expectations and gender norms can restrict women's opportunities for physical activity, impacting overall health.
Correct answer is: Lower participation rates in sports
Q.24 Which is a major factor contributing to gendered differences in life expectancy?
Lifestyle, biological factors, and social determinants
Astrological signs
Hair color
Favorite food preferences
Explanation - Men and women have different life expectancies due to a combination of genetics, lifestyle choices, and social conditions.
Correct answer is: Lifestyle, biological factors, and social determinants