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101.	For the measurement/estimation of which of the following are satellite images/remote sensing data used?1. Chlorophyll content in the vegetation of a specific location2. Greenhouse gas emissions from rice paddies of a specific location3. Land surface temperatures of a specific locationSelect the correct answer using the code given below.
A.	1 only
B.	2 and 3 only
C.	3 only
D.	1, 2 and 3
Answer» E.

Discussion

102.	In India, the term "Public Key Infrastructure" is used in the context of
A.	Digital security infrastructure
B.	Food security infrastructure
C.	Health care and education infrastructure
D.	Telecommunication and transportation infrastructure
Answer» B. Food security infrastructure

Discussion

103.	In which of the following countries the training of astronauts will be conducted for Gaganyaan Mission?
A.	Russia
B.	USA
C.	China
D.	Germany
Answer» B. USA

Discussion

104.	A company marketing food products advertises that its items do not contain trans-fats. What does this campaign signify to the customers?1. The food products are not made out of hydrogenated oils.2. The food products are not made out of animal fats/oils.3. The oils used are not likely to damage the cardiovascular health of the consumers.Which of the statements given below is/are correct?
A.	1 only
B.	2 and 3 only
C.	1 and 3 only
D.	1, 2 and 3
Answer» E.

Discussion

105.	Infra-red rays are________.A. Longitudinal wavesB. Transverse wavesC. Mechanical wavesD. Electromagnetic waves
A.	C
B.	D
C.	A
D.	B
Answer» C. A

Discussion

106.	Function key _______ in a Windows keyboard can perform several functions, and does not have an assigned Window default.A. F1B. F6C. F8D. F9
A.	D
B.	A
C.	B
D.	C
Answer» E.

Discussion

107.	In December 2019, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) chose the name "Sharjah" for a new star with "Barjeel" being the name of one of its planets. Where is IAU headquartered?
A.	Germany
B.	France
C.	UK
D.	Italy
E.	Finland
Answer» C. UK

Discussion

108.	A study has shown, rising surface temperature in the tropical Pacific Ocean for prolonged periods leads to a climate process called the El Nino. El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is ________ stronger than in the pre-industrial records.
A.	40%
B.	35%
C.	25%
D.	15%
E.	32%
Answer» D. 15%

Discussion

109.	If LANDSAT data fon an area is received today, then the data for an adjacent area to its west will be available
A.	in the next orbit of the satellite on the same day
B.	next day at the same local time
C.	after certain number of days at the same local time
D.	after a variable controllable time
Answer» D. after a variable controllable time

Discussion

110.	In which state, Sahara, a hyperlocal-tech start-up has developed a mobile application?
A.	Assam
B.	Sikkim
C.	Nagaland
D.	Manipur
E.	Tripura
Answer» B. Sikkim

Discussion

111.	_________ received the very first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901 for his discovery of X-rays?
A.	William Thomson
B.	Wilhelm Röntgen
C.	Louis Pasteur
D.	William Crookes
Answer» C. Louis Pasteur

Discussion

112.	The researchers of which academic institution employed the nanoscale phenomenon called 'Electrokinetic streaming potential' to harvest energy from flowing water on a small scale like water flowing through household water taps?
A.	IIT Guwahati
B.	IIT Madras
C.	IIT Bombay
D.	IIT Delhi
Answer» B. IIT Madras

Discussion

113.	Name the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chairman and Padma Bhushan awardee who created and unleashed a historical moment when Mars Orbiter became the first Indian spacecraft to enter Martian orbit in a maiden attempt.
A.	Nandan Nilekani
B.	K Radhakrishnan
C.	Fali Nariman
D.	Sundar Pichai
Answer» C. Fali Nariman

Discussion

114.	How many astronauts have walked on the moon?
A.	2
B.	5
C.	8
D.	12
Answer» E.

Discussion

115.	102nd Indian science congress was held at
A.	Mumbai
B.	Jammu
C.	Kolkata
D.	Ahemedabad
Answer» B. Jammu

Discussion

116.	According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), particulate size ________ micrometres or less in diameter are responsible for causing the greatest harm to human health.
A.	0.5
B.	2.5
C.	5
D.	10
Answer» C. 5

Discussion

117.	Paper came to be used in the:
A.	11th century
B.	13th century
C.	14th century
D.	15th century
E.	None of the above/ More than one of the above
Answer» B. 13th century

Discussion

118.	+91 is the country calling code for which nation?
A.	Canada
B.	U.S.A
C.	India
D.	China
Answer» D. China

Discussion

119.	IIT Madras has set up a laboratory for research in risk analytics and behavioural sciences. The institute has received support from the Data Analytics, Risk and Technology Laboratory of which of the following?
A.	American Express
B.	Capital One
C.	Chase Bank
D.	Barclaycard
E.	Home Depot
Answer» B. Capital One

Discussion

120.	On 15 February 2017, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched a record of 104 satellites from Satish Dhawan Space Centre Sriharikota. The launch Vehicle used for the purpose was -
A.	PSLV-C33
B.	PSLV-C47
C.	PSLV-C37
D.	GSLV-C37
Answer» D. GSLV-C37

Discussion

121.	India’s Multi Application Solar Telescope (MAST) was operationalized at the ________ Solar Observatory.
A.	Udaipur
B.	Jaipur
C.	Kodaikanal
D.	Ahmedabad
Answer» B. Jaipur

Discussion

122.	3G and 4G are wireless technologies, which are supposedly faster, more secure and reliable. Present day 3G technology is capable of handling data around 2 Megabits per second (1.8 - 2.5 GHz frequency band). What speed is expected from new 4G technology?
A.	10-30 Megabits per second (1-5 GHz frequency band)
B.	100-100 Megabits per second (2-10 GHz frequency band)
C.	100 Megabits - 1 Gigabit per second (2-8 GHz frequency band)
D.	More than 10 Gigabits per second (10-20 frequency band)
Answer» D. More than 10 Gigabits per second (10-20 frequency band)

Discussion

123.	Astronomers have discovered a ________ planet in the Kepler-47 system, securing the system’s title as the most interesting of the binary-star worlds in April 2019.
A.	2nd
B.	3rd
C.	4th
D.	5th
E.	6th
Answer» C. 4th

Discussion

124.	Esc key in a windows keyboard is not used to
A.	Close a dialog - box
B.	Run a selected command
C.	Cancel a command
D.	Close a selected drop down list
Answer» C. Cancel a command

Discussion

125.	Directorate General of Civil Aviation has, in a first, certified one drone model each of two Bengaluru startups. Which of the following is/are among them?
A.	Throttle Aerospace Systems
B.	Skylark Drones
C.	Asteria Aerospace Pvt. Ltd.
D.	Both 1 and 2
E.	All are correct
Answer» E. All are correct

Discussion

126.	How many modules are being developed by the FastSense Diagnostics for detection of COVID 19?
A.	2
B.	3
C.	4
D.	5
E.	6
Answer» B. 3

Discussion

127.	In 2009, which country launched the Kepler Spacecraft?
A.	Japan
B.	Russia
C.	France
D.	USA
Answer» E.

Discussion

128.	India's first satellite launching station is located at:
A.	Chennai
B.	Ahmedabad
C.	Thumba
D.	Sriharikota
Answer» D. Sriharikota

Discussion

129.	Planetary scientists call the thin gaseous envelope around the Moon as the _______.
A.	lunar stratosphere
B.	lunar thermosphere
C.	lunar endosphere
D.	lunar exosphere
Answer» E.

Discussion

130.	Researchers at which of the following want robots to better connect with humans and have created a system that provides a life-like gaze for human-robot interactions?
A.	Disney
B.	Netflix
C.	Warner Bros.
D.	DreamWorks Pictures
E.	Marvel Entertainment
Answer» B. Netflix

Discussion

131.	_____ was the first satellite launched by the U.S in 1958.A. Sputnik 1B. Apollo 11C. GSATD. Explorer 1
A.	A
B.	C
C.	B
D.	D
Answer» E.

Discussion

132.	C. V. Raman won Nobel Prize for which category?
A.	Literature
B.	Physics
C.	Peace
D.	Economic Studies
Answer» C. Peace

Discussion

133.	Among the currently operational Indian Satellites, there is no:
A.	Communication satellite
B.	Navigation satellite
C.	Earth observation satellite
D.	Jupiter orbiter satellite
Answer» E.

Discussion

134.	A computer motherboard connects to a desktop computer using ____.
A.	Flat Panel
B.	Standout
C.	Joystick
D.	Fan
Answer» C. Joystick

Discussion

135.	________ carrier rocket Falcon 9 loaded with Israeli AMOS-17 communication satellite successfully lifted off in August 2019.
A.	Russia
B.	France
C.	US
D.	Japan
E.	UAE
Answer» D. Japan

Discussion

136.	A compiler is aA. HardwareB. SoftwareC. Neither Hardware nor SoftwareD. Card
A.	A
B.	C
C.	B
D.	D
Answer» D. D

Discussion

137.	In 2019, the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) new commercial arm called NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) was officially inaugurated in the city of ________.
A.	Mumbai
B.	Bengaluru
C.	Ranchi
D.	Chennai
Answer» C. Ranchi

Discussion

138.	How many satellites by Indian startups- SpaceKidz India and Pixxel, were tested at the UR Rao Satellite Centre of ISRO in Bengaluru in February 2021?
A.	2
B.	3
C.	4
D.	5
E.	6
Answer» B. 3

Discussion

139.	Netscape Navigator is a ________.
A.	graphical user interface
B.	programming language
C.	web browser
D.	processor
Answer» D. processor

Discussion

140.	An experimental satellite developed by three students of Karur has been selected for launch in sub-orbital space by which of the following?
A.	ISRO
B.	NASA
C.	JAXA
D.	ESA
E.	Roscosmos
Answer» C. JAXA

Discussion

141.	Military exercise ‘Prabal Dostyk’, which was held in November 2017 was conducted between _________.
A.	India and Afghanistan
B.	India and Kazakhstan
C.	India and Uzbekistan
D.	India and Turkmenistan
Answer» C. India and Uzbekistan

Discussion

142.	______ based farming system is developed to improve environmental control over production of fish.
A.	Pond fish
B.	RAS (Recirculating Aquaculture Systems)
C.	Biofilm
D.	Biofloc
Answer» E.

Discussion

143.	President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia had become the first country in the world to grant regulatory approval to a COVID vaccine. Which of the following has developed the vaccine?
A.	Abbott Laboratories
B.	Gamaleya Institute
C.	Gilead Sciences
D.	Medtronic
E.	Eli Lilly
Answer» C. Gilead Sciences

Discussion

144.	Loyal Textile Mills Limited launched Viral Shield, a line of COVID-19 anti-viral, reusable PPE, masks and protective fashion wear range. The series has been launched in collaboration with which of the following?
A.	Reliance Industries India
B.	HeiQ
C.	H&M Group
D.	Both 1 and 2
E.	Both 1 and 3
Answer» E. Both 1 and 3

Discussion

145.	IIT Kharagpur launched which of the following telemedicine software that facilitates critical health care support to patients at their doorsteps through remote consultation by a physician?
A.	Medicare
B.	iMediX
C.	NetMed
D.	HealthCare
E.	None of the above
Answer» C. NetMed

Discussion

146.	In March 2020, which of the following launched Vigyan Jyoti in order to encourage women to take science as their career?
A.	CSIR
B.	TIFAC
C.	FICCI
D.	BARC
E.	ICT
Answer» C. FICCI

Discussion

147.	Olfactory indicators show change in:
A.	Physical state
B.	Smell
C.	Chemical state
D.	Color
Answer» C. Chemical state

Discussion

148.	In March 2020, Scientists from which institute have developed a starch-based ‘hemostat’ material?
A.	National Institute of Science Education and Research
B.	Institute of Nano Science and Technology
C.	Indian Institute of Science Education and Research
D.	Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
E.	Homi Bhabha National Institute
Answer» C. Indian Institute of Science Education and Research

Discussion

149.	consider the following pairs:Terms Sometimesseen in newsContext/Topic1. Bell II experiment Artificial2. Blockchain Digital/Cryptocurrency3. CRISPR - Cas9 Particle PhysicsWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?
A.	1 and 3 only
B.	2 only
C.	2 and 3 only
D.	1, 2 and 3
Answer» C. 2 and 3 only

Discussion

150.	BIT is also known as _____.
A.	Binary language
B.	Binary digit
C.	Binary Number
D.	Gigabyte
Answer» C. Binary Number

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in Indian Polity and Civics.

In India, the term "Public Key Infrastructure" is used in the context of

In which of the following countries the training of astronauts will be conducted for Gaganyaan Mission?

Infra-red rays are________.A. Longitudinal wavesB. Transverse wavesC. Mechanical wavesD. Electromagnetic waves

Function key _______ in a Windows keyboard can perform several functions, and does not have an assigned Window default.A. F1B. F6C. F8D. F9

In December 2019, the International Astronomical Union (IAU) chose the name "Sharjah" for a new star with "Barjeel" being the name of one of its planets. Where is IAU headquartered?

A study has shown, rising surface temperature in the tropical Pacific Ocean for prolonged periods leads to a climate process called the El Nino. El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is ________ stronger than in the pre-industrial records.

If LANDSAT data fon an area is received today, then the data for an adjacent area to its west will be available

In which state, Sahara, a hyperlocal-tech start-up has developed a mobile application?

_________ received the very first Nobel Prize in Physics in 1901 for his discovery of X-rays?

​The researchers of which academic institution employed the nanoscale phenomenon called 'Electrokinetic streaming potential' to harvest energy from flowing water on a small scale like water flowing through household water taps?

Name the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) chairman and Padma Bhushan awardee who created and unleashed a historical moment when Mars Orbiter became the first Indian spacecraft to enter Martian orbit in a maiden attempt.

How many astronauts have walked on the moon?

102nd Indian science congress was held at

According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), particulate size ________ micrometres or less in diameter are responsible for causing the greatest harm to human health.

Paper came to be used in the:

+91 is the country calling code for which nation?

IIT Madras has set up a laboratory for research in risk analytics and behavioural sciences. The institute has received support from the Data Analytics, Risk and Technology Laboratory of which of the following?

On 15 February 2017, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched a record of 104 satellites from Satish Dhawan Space Centre Sriharikota. The launch Vehicle used for the purpose was -

India’s Multi Application Solar Telescope (MAST) was operationalized at the ________ Solar Observatory.

3G and 4G are wireless technologies, which are supposedly faster, more secure and reliable. Present day 3G technology is capable of handling data around 2 Megabits per second (1.8 - 2.5 GHz frequency band). What speed is expected from new 4G technology?

Astronomers have discovered a ________ planet in the Kepler-47 system, securing the system’s title as the most interesting of the binary-star worlds in April 2019.

Esc key in a windows keyboard is not used to

Directorate General of Civil Aviation has, in a first, certified one drone model each of two Bengaluru startups. Which of the following is/are among them?

How many modules are being developed by the FastSense Diagnostics for detection of COVID 19?

In 2009, which country launched the Kepler Spacecraft?

India's first satellite launching station is located at:

Planetary scientists call the thin gaseous envelope around the Moon as the _______.

​Researchers at which of the following want robots to better connect with humans and have created a system that provides a life-like gaze for human-robot interactions?

_____ was the first satellite launched by the U.S in 1958.A. Sputnik 1B. Apollo 11C. GSATD. Explorer 1

C. V. Raman won Nobel Prize for which category?

Among the currently operational Indian Satellites, there is no:

A computer motherboard connects to a desktop computer using ____.

________ carrier rocket Falcon 9 loaded with Israeli AMOS-17 communication satellite successfully lifted off in August 2019.

A compiler is aA. HardwareB. SoftwareC. Neither Hardware nor SoftwareD. Card

In 2019, the Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) new commercial arm called NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) was officially inaugurated in the city of ________.

How many satellites by Indian startups- SpaceKidz India and Pixxel, were tested at the UR Rao Satellite Centre of ISRO in Bengaluru in February 2021?

Netscape Navigator is a ________.

An experimental satellite developed by three students of Karur has been selected for launch in sub-orbital space by which of the following?

Military exercise ‘Prabal Dostyk’, which was held in November 2017 was conducted between _________.

______ based farming system is developed to improve environmental control over production of fish.

President Vladimir Putin announced that Russia had become the first country in the world to grant regulatory approval to a COVID vaccine. Which of the following has developed the vaccine?

Loyal Textile Mills Limited launched Viral Shield, a line of COVID-19 anti-viral, reusable PPE, masks and protective fashion wear range. The series has been launched in collaboration with which of the following?

IIT Kharagpur launched which of the following telemedicine software that facilitates critical health care support to patients at their doorsteps through remote consultation by a physician?

In March 2020, which of the following launched Vigyan Jyoti in order to encourage women to take science as their career?

Olfactory indicators show change in:

In March 2020, Scientists from which institute have developed a starch-based ‘hemostat’ material?

consider the following pairs:Terms Sometimesseen in newsContext/Topic1. Bell II experiment Artificial2. Blockchain Digital/Cryptocurrency3. CRISPR - Cas9 Particle PhysicsWhich of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

BIT is also known as _____.

The researchers of which academic institution employed the nanoscale phenomenon called 'Electrokinetic streaming potential' to harvest energy from flowing water on a small scale like water flowing through household water taps?

Researchers at which of the following want robots to better connect with humans and have created a system that provides a life-like gaze for human-robot interactions?