Question:

Given below are two statements :
Statement-I: Morphine is a narcotic analgesis. It helps in relieving pain without producing sleep. 
Statement-II: Morphine and its derivatives are obtained from opium poppy. 
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

Updated On: Mar 21, 2025
  • Both Statement I and Statement II are true
  • Both Statement I and Statement II are false
  • Statement I is true but Statement II is false
  • Statement I is false but Statement II is true
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The Correct Option is D

Approach Solution - 1

Morphine Properties Analysis 

Let's analyze both statements:

Statement I: Morphine is a narcotic analgesic. However, it is known to induce sleep and drowsiness. So, Statement I is false.

Statement II: Morphine and its derivatives are indeed obtained from opium poppy. So, Statement II is true.

Conclusion:

Therefore, the correct option is (4): Statement I is false, but Statement II is true.

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Approach Solution -2

Morphine is indeed a narcotic analgesic and helps in relieving pain. However, it also causes drowsiness, so Statement I is false. Statement II is true as morphine and its derivatives are obtained from the opium poppy.
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