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Chemistry in Everyday Life: JEE Main previous year questions
38 questions in the 108 JEE Main shifts Lumi analysed, in 4 of 8 years. Pattern: Gone quiet. 0 came in 2024–26. Here is how it is asked and which ideas come back.
- Questions
- 38
- in 38 of 108 shifts
- Years asked
- 4/8
- last asked 2023
- Since 2024
- Quiet
- 0 questions in 2024–26
- Weighted estimate
- –
- history: 0.2 a shift on average, typically 0.0–0.4
Key findings
- 01
Asked in 4 of 8 years with analysed shifts and in 38 of 108 shifts: 38 questions, #87 of 196 topics. Last asked in 2023.
- 02
63% of its questions since 2020 tested an idea no earlier year had asked; 12 repeated an idea from the year before.
- 03
The most repeated idea is Therapeutic Drug Classes, asked 5 times in 5 shifts (2020, 2021, 2022), most often as “match list on drug classes and examples”.
- 04
JEE Main has asked 18 of the 45 ideas in this topic; 22 have never been asked, directly or inside another question.
- 05
Mostly asked as single correct (42%); 8% need a numerical answer, 79% are easy and 3% hard. It went down from 0.3 to 0.0 questions a shift since 2024.
- 06
The skill tested most is recall (79%), then conceptual (8%).
Questions a shift, year by year
Out of the 25 Chemistry questions in a shift. Years differ in how many shifts Lumi analysed, so each year is scaled to one shift.
Raw count: 2017: 0 in 1 shift · 2020: 5 in 12 shifts · 2021: 9 in 24 shifts · 2022: 21 in 24 shifts · 2023: 3 in 12 shifts · 2024: 0 in 18 shifts · 2025: 0 in 8 shifts · 2026: 0 in 9 shifts.
- Up to 2023
- 0.3
- a shift, of 25
- Since 2024
- 0.0
- -0.3
- Usual gap
- 1.0 yrs
- between years asking it
- Shifts with it
- 38/108
- 35% of analysed shifts
How it is asked
Difficulty, format and skill
Across all 38 questions on Chemistry in Everyday Life since 2017.
Difficulty
QUESTIONS- Easy30 · 79%
- Medium7 · 18%
- Hard1 · 3%
Format
SHARE- Single correct · 16 Q42%
- Match the list · 9 Q24%
- Diagram based · 5 Q13%
- Other · 3 Q8%
- Numerical value · 3 Q8%
- Two statements · 2 Q5%
Skill tested
SHARE- Recall · 30 Q79%
- Conceptual · 3 Q8%
- Diagram reading · 3 Q8%
- Multi-step · 2 Q5%
Repeats
New idea, or one asked before?
Each column is a year. Blue questions tested an idea no earlier year had asked; navy ones went back to an idea from an earlier year. 2017 is the first year, so everything in it counts as new. Heights are question counts, and Lumi analysed 1 to 24 shifts a year, so compare the split inside a column rather than heights across years.
- Idea asked for the first time
- Idea asked in an earlier year
Coverage of the topic
JEE Main has asked 18 of the 45 ideas in this topic. 22 have never been asked yet.
- Asked directly18 · 40%
- Touched inside another question5 · 11%
- Never asked22 · 49%
Ideas come from Lumi’s JEE syllabus map. A never-asked idea is not a safe skip: across all of JEE Main, 22% of questions since 2024 tested an idea no earlier year had asked.
Drill down
Idea, year, question
Every idea JEE Main tested in this topic, with its eight years. Open one to read the questions.
- 28 Jun ’22 S2 · Q80The drug tegamet is :
easyDiagram basedAsked the year before
- 26 Aug ’21 S2 · Q48[structure drawn, labelled Chlordiazepoxide] The class of drug to which chlordiazepoxide with above structure belongs is :
easyDiagram basedAsked the year before
- 18 Mar ’21 S1 · Q48Read the question
easyMatch the listAsked the year before
- 3 Sep ’20 S2 · Q43Read the question
easyMatch the listNew idea
- 5 Sep ’20 S1 · Q32Read the question
easySingle correctNew idea
- 28 Jun ’22 S2 · Q80
Squares are the 8 years with analysed shifts, 2017 to 2026. A number is the questions that year when there is more than one; the shade is scaled to one shift, so a year with more analysed shifts (1 to 24 a year) does not look darker. Share is of the level above.
Ideas
Every idea inside this topic
18 different ideas were tested; 12 came more than once.
match list on drug classes and examples
Diagram based · 5 shiftscount correct statements on enzyme inhibitors
Single correct · 4 shiftsmatch artificial sweeteners with properties
Match the list · 3 shiftsidentify drug from structure
Diagram based · 3 shiftsidentify additive for soap property
Single correct · 3 shiftscount correct statements on drug-receptor action
Other · 2 shiftschemical stimulating pepsin secretion
Single correct · 2 shiftsodd-one-out among antibiotics by spectrum
Numerical value · 2 shifts · 1 numericalclassify mixture as antiseptic or disinfectant
Single correct · 2 shiftscount drugs of a given class
Diagram based · 2 shifts · 1 numericalmatch list on drug structures and uses
Match the list · 2 shiftsmatch list on drugs and their uses
Match the list · 2 shiftsstatement i/ii on narcotic analgesics
Two statements · 1 shiftidentify hypnotic drug
Single correct · 1 shiftcount atoms in drug molecule
Numerical value · 1 shift · 1 numericalmatch list on detergents and uses
Match the list · 1 shiftmatch list on drug classes
Match the list · 1 shiftmatch list on compounds and uses
Match the list · 1 shift
| Idea | Years asked | Times | Shifts | Format | Numerical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Therapeutic Drug Classesmatch list on drug classes and examples | 5 | 5 | Diagram basedRecall | – | |
| Competitive vs Allosteric Enzyme Inhibitioncount correct statements on enzyme inhibitors | 4 | 4 | Single correctConceptual | – | |
| Artificial Sweetener Structural Properties and Stabilitymatch artificial sweeteners with properties | 3 | 3 | Match the listRecall | – | |
| Evolution of Antacids: Neutralizers vs Receptor Blockersidentify drug from structure | 3 | 3 | Diagram basedDiagram reading | – | |
| Soaps and Detergentsidentify additive for soap property | 3 | 3 | Single correctRecall | – | |
| Receptor Agonists and Antagonistscount correct statements on drug-receptor action | 2 | 2 | OtherConceptual | – | |
| Antihistamine Receptor Specificitychemical stimulating pepsin secretion | 2 | 2 | Single correctRecall | – | |
| Broad vs Narrow Spectrum Antibioticsodd-one-out among antibiotics by spectrum | 2 | 2 | Numerical valueRecall | 1 | |
| Chemical Composition of Dettolclassify mixture as antiseptic or disinfectant | 2 | 2 | Single correctRecall | – | |
| Classes of Tranquilizerscount drugs of a given class | 2 | 2 | Diagram basedDiagram reading | 1 | |
| Drug Classificationmatch list on drug structures and uses | 2 | 2 | Match the listRecall | – | |
| Antifertility Drugsmatch list on drugs and their uses | 2 | 2 | Match the listMulti-step | – | |
| Narcotic Analgesics and Clinical Usestatement i/ii on narcotic analgesics | 1 | 1 | Two statementsRecall | – | |
| Barbiturates as Hypnotic Tranquilizersidentify hypnotic drug | 1 | 1 | Single correctRecall | – | |
| Bithionol in Medicated Soapscount atoms in drug molecule | 1 | 1 | Numerical valueRecall | 1 | |
| Cationic Detergents and Hair Conditionersmatch list on detergents and uses | 1 | 1 | Match the listRecall | – | |
| Mechanism and Dual Use of Aspirinmatch list on drug classes | 1 | 1 | Match the listRecall | – | |
| Food Additivesmatch list on compounds and uses | 1 | 1 | Match the listRecall | – |
Times and shifts count every analysed shift. Across JEE Main, 78% of questions since 2024 went back to an idea an earlier year had asked; the rest were new. All repeated ideas
Every question
Chemistry in Everyday Life questions, year by year
The opening words of each question as it appeared in the official paper, with the idea it tested. Open one for its options and the official answer.
JEE Main 20233 questions in 3 shifts
- 6 Apr, Shift 2Q80Given below are two statements: Statement I: Morphine is a narcotic analgesic. It helps in relieving pain without producing sleep.…
Idea: Narcotic Analgesics and Clinical Use
New ideaEasyTwo statements - 8 Apr, Shift 1Q78Match List I with List II: List I | List II A. Saccharin | I. High potency sweetener B. Aspartame | II. First artificial sweetening agent…
Idea: Artificial Sweetener Structural Properties and Stability
Asked the year beforeEasyMatch the list - 8 Apr, Shift 2Q77The statement/s which are true about antagonists from the following is/are: A. They bind to the receptor site. B. Get transferred inside…
Idea: Receptor Agonists and Antagonists
Asked the year beforeEasyOther
JEE Main 202221 questions in 21 shifts
- 25 Jul, Shift 1Q79Drugs used to bind to receptors, inhibiting its natural function and blocking a message are called :
Idea: Receptor Agonists and Antagonists
New ideaEasySingle correct - 25 Jul, Shift 2Q79Some drugs bind to a site other than the active site of an enzyme. This site is known as
Idea: Competitive vs Allosteric Enzyme Inhibition
Asked the year beforeEasySingle correct - 26 Jul, Shift 1Q78Stearic acid and polyethylene glycol react to form which one of the following soap/s detergents ?
Idea: Soaps and Detergents
New ideaEasySingle correct - 26 Jul, Shift 2Q90How many of the following drugs is/are example(s) of broad spectrum antibiotics ? Ofloxacin, Penicillin G, Terpineol, Salvarsan.
Idea: Broad vs Narrow Spectrum Antibiotics
New ideaEasyNumerical value - 27 Jul, Shift 1Q78Match List I with List II. List I | List II A. [structure drawn, see figure_note] | I. Anti-depressant B. [structure drawn, see…
Idea: Drug Classification
Asked the year beforeMediumMatch the list · figure - 27 Jul, Shift 2Q78Which of the following enhances the lathering property of soap ?
Idea: Soaps and Detergents
New ideaEasySingle correct - 28 Jul, Shift 1Q79Statements about Enzyme Inhibitor Drugs are given below : (A) There are Competitive and Non-competitive inhibitor drugs. (B) These can…
Idea: Competitive vs Allosteric Enzyme Inhibition
Asked the year beforeEasyOther - 28 Jul, Shift 2Q47Two statements in respect of drug-enzyme interaction are given below **Statement I :** Action of an enzyme can be blocked only when an…
Idea: Competitive vs Allosteric Enzyme Inhibition
Asked the year beforeEasyTwo statements - 29 Jul, Shift 1Q79Which of the following compounds is an example of hypnotic drug ?
Idea: Barbiturates as Hypnotic Tranquilizers
New ideaEasySingle correct - 29 Jul, Shift 2Q90The number of chlorine atoms in bithionol is ______ .
Idea: Bithionol in Medicated Soaps
New ideaEasyNumerical value - 24 Jun, Shift 1Q79Which of the following is not a broad spectrum antibiotic ?
Idea: Broad vs Narrow Spectrum Antibiotics
New ideaEasySingle correct - 24 Jun, Shift 2Q79The structure shown below is of which well-known drug molecule ?
Idea: Evolution of Antacids: Neutralizers vs Receptor Blockers
Asked the year beforeMediumDiagram based · figure - 25 Jun, Shift 1Q80Which one of the following is an example of artificial sweetner ?
Idea: Artificial Sweetener Structural Properties and Stability
EasySingle correct - 25 Jun, Shift 2Q80An antiseptic dettol is a mixture of two compounds ‘A’ and ‘B’ where A has 6 electrons and B has 2 electrons. What is ‘B’?
Idea: Chemical Composition of Dettol
New ideaMediumSingle correct - 26 Jun, Shift 1Q79A chemical which stimulates the secretion of pepsin is :
Idea: Antihistamine Receptor Specificity
EasySingle correct - 26 Jun, Shift 2Q79Which of the following is NOT an example of synthetic detergent?
Idea: Soaps and Detergents
New ideaEasySingle correct · figure - 27 Jun, Shift 1Q80Match List - I with List - II. List - I (A) [figure: a bracketed cation drawn with a central N bonded to three groups and…
Idea: Cationic Detergents and Hair Conditioners
New ideaEasyMatch the list · figure - 27 Jun, Shift 2Q79Match List I with List II. List I | List II A. Antipyretic | I. Reduces pain B. Analgesic | II. Reduces stress C. Tranquilizer | III.…
Idea: Mechanism and Dual Use of Aspirin
New ideaEasyMatch the list - 28 Jun, Shift 2Q80The drug tegamet is :
Idea: Therapeutic Drug Classes
Asked the year beforeEasyDiagram based · figure - 29 Jun, Shift 2Q79The mixture of chloroxylenol and terpineol is an example of
Idea: Chemical Composition of Dettol
New ideaEasySingle correct - 30 Jun, Shift 1Q90How many of the following drugs belong to the tranquilizer class ___________ ? Veronal, Luminal, Propanal, Seconal
Idea: Classes of Tranquilizers
Asked the year beforeEasyNumerical value
JEE Main 20219 questions in 9 shifts
- 4 Aug, Shift 2Q48The drug that is used as an antacid is
Idea: Evolution of Antacids: Neutralizers vs Receptor Blockers
New ideaEasySingle correct - 26 Aug, Shift 2Q48[structure drawn, labelled Chlordiazepoxide] The class of drug to which chlordiazepoxide with above structure belongs is :
Idea: Therapeutic Drug Classes
Asked the year beforeEasyDiagram based · figure - 27 Aug, Shift 1Q48[Four structures labelled (A), (B), (C) and (D) are drawn.] The correct statement about (A), (B), (C) and (D) is :
Idea: Classes of Tranquilizers
New ideaMediumDiagram based · figure - 27 Aug, Shift 2Q48Which one of the following chemicals is responsible for the production of HCl in the stomach leading to irritation and pain ?
Idea: Evolution of Antacids: Neutralizers vs Receptor Blockers
New ideaEasyDiagram based · figure - 24 Feb, Shift 2Q49Match List - I and List - II. List - I | List - II (a) Valium | (i) Antifertility drug (b) Morphine | (ii) Pernicious anaemia (c)…
Idea: Antifertility Drugs
Asked the year beforeEasyMatch the list - 17 Mar, Shift 1Q49With respect to drug-enzyme interaction, identify the wrong statement.
Idea: Competitive vs Allosteric Enzyme Inhibition
New ideaMediumSingle correct - 17 Mar, Shift 2Q49Match List - I with List - II. List - I Chemical Compound List - II Used as (a) Sucralose (i) Synthetic detergent (b) Glyceryl ester of…
Idea: Food Additives
New ideaEasyMatch the list - 18 Mar, Shift 1Q48Match List - I with List - II : List - I (Class of Drug) (a) Antacid (b) Artificial Sweetener (c) Antifertility (d) Tranquilizers List -…
Idea: Therapeutic Drug Classes
Asked the year beforeEasyMatch the list - 18 Mar, Shift 2Q49Match List - I with List - II : List - I (Class of Chemicals) List - II (Example) (a) Antifertility drug (i) Meprobamate (b) Antibiotic…
Idea: Drug Classification
New ideaMediumMatch the list
JEE Main 20205 questions in 5 shifts
- 9 Jan, Shift 1Q41A chemist has 4 samples of artificial sweetener A, B, C and D. To identify these samples, he performed certain experiments and noted the…
Idea: Artificial Sweetener Structural Properties and Stability
New ideaHardOther - 3 Sep, Shift 1Q42The antifertility drug “Novestrol” can react with :
Idea: Antifertility Drugs
New ideaMediumSingle correct - 3 Sep, Shift 2Q43Match the following drugs with their therapeutic actions : (i) Ranitidine (a) Antidepressant (ii) Nardil (Phenelzine) (b) Antibiotic (iii)…
Idea: Therapeutic Drug Classes
New ideaEasyMatch the list - 4 Sep, Shift 2Q43The mechanism of action of “Terfenadine” (Seldane) is :
Idea: Antihistamine Receptor Specificity
New ideaEasySingle correct - 5 Sep, Shift 1Q32If a person is suffering from the deficiency of nor-adrenaline, what kind of drug can be suggested ?
Idea: Therapeutic Drug Classes
New ideaEasySingle correct
Questions from the official JEE Main Paper 1 shifts published by NTA (CBSE for 2017). Questions NTA dropped are left out. Topic and idea tags, counts and notes are Lumi’s.
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