State PCS PYQPrelims 2025

BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 134

Which metal compound is used for the treatment of carcinoma?

  1. Platinum
  2. Chromium
  3. Iron
  4. Chlorine
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Answer: (A) Platinum

Explanation

Platinum drugs such as cisplatin and carboplatin are used in chemotherapy for many carcinomas.

  • (A) Correct

    Correct: cisplatin, a platinum compound, is a key anti-cancer drug.

  • (B) Incorrect

    Wrong: chromium compounds are not used for this.

  • (C) Incorrect

    Wrong: iron compounds treat anaemia, not cancer.

  • (D) Incorrect

    Wrong: chlorine is not a metal.