Science and Technology
2026
Which of the following statements with regard to the arrival of Amur Falcons at Doyang Lake in Nagaland each year from Mongolia is/are correct?1.It showcases how sustained local conservation efforts can contribute to the arrival and protection of international migratory birds.2.It reflects the global success of advanced tracking technologies that guide migratory birds back to their stopover sites.3.It confirms that Amur Falcons have adapted to permanent residency in India due to favourable habitat changes. Select the answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements with regard to stealth technology is/are correct?1.Stealth objects have a very small radar cross-section and are coated with Radar Absorbing Material.2.Stealth objects can be detected using specific frequencies.3.Stealth objects are coated with metamaterials to increase the scattering of electromagnetic radiation. Select the answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements with regard to drone swarms is/are correct?1.They use Terahertz band of frequency to communicate with the command centre.2.Individual drones in the swarm can communicate with other drones in the swarm.3.GPS Spoofing is a commonly used technique to counter drone swarm attack. Select the answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements with regard to the persons with disabilities in India is/are correct?1.The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, an Act passed by the Parliament of India in 2018, mandates reservation in education and employment, places a legal duty on Governments to ensure accessibility and non-discrimination.2.The Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan focuses on achieving universal accessibility for Persons with Disabilities across three key domains - built infrastructure, transport systems and information and communication technology.3.The National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC) is a public sector organisation set up by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs as a not-for-profit company to promote entrepreneurship among Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). Select the answer using the code given below:
Consider the following statements about Mission Sudarshan Chakra of India:1.It aims to enhance India's air defence, ballistic missile defence and aerial offensive capabilities.2.This Mission is being designed to enhance rapid, precise, and powerful defence responses, reinforcing India's strategic autonomy.3.One of the aims of this Mission is to cover all public places of India by an expanded nationwide security shield by 2035.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Which of the following items of defence hardware is/are manufactured in India?1.Su-30 MKI Fighter Jets2.T-90 MK-III Tanks3.Akula Class Submarine Select the answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements regarding the features of blockchain technology are correct?1.Records stored in the database may be made visible to relevant stakeholders without risk of alteration.2.Copies of the entire database are stored on multiple computers on a network, syncing within seconds.3.Consortium blockchain is a blend of public and private blockchains allowing selective data access.4.Mathematical algorithms make it impossible to change or delete any data once recorded and accepted. Select the answer using the code given below:
Which of the following statements about Real-World Assets (RWA) Tokenization are correct?1.Tokenization is the process of turning real world assets into digital tokens using blockchain technology.2.Tokenization of real world assets offers 24×7 access, promoting financial inclusion.3.Tokenization of real world assets will allow the access to high growth investment opportunities for individuals in India. Select the answer using the code given below:
2025
Consider the following pairs:Plant DescriptionI.Cassava : Woody shrubII.Ginger : Herb with pseudostemIII.Malabar spinach : Herbaceous climberIV.Mint : Annual shrubV.Papaya : Woody shrubHow many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Consider the following statements:I.No virus can survive in ocean waters.II.No virus can infect bacteria.III.No virus can change the cellular transcriptional activity in host cells.How many of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following pace missions :I.Axiom-4II.SpaDeXIII.GaganyaanHow many of the space missions given above encourage and support micro-gravity research?
With reference to India's defence, consider the following pairs:Aircraft type : DescriptionI.Dornier-228 : Maritime patrol aircraftII.IL-76 : Supersonic combat aircraftIII.C-17 Globe- : Military transport aircraft master IIIHow many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
Consider the following pairs:I.International Year of the Woman Farmer : 2026II.International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism : 2027III.International Year of Peace and Trust : 2025IV.International Year of Asteroid Awareness and Planetary Defence : 2029How many of the pairs given above are correctly matched?
2024
With reference to radioisotope thermoelectric generators (RTGs), consider the following statements:1.RTGs are miniature fission reactors.2.RTGs are used for powering the onboard systems of spacecrafts.3.RTGs can use Plutonium-238, which is a by-product of weapons developmentWhich of the statements given above are correct?
Which one of the following is synthesised in human body that dilates blood vessels and increases blood flow?
Which of the following is/are correctly matched in terms of equivalent rank in the three services of Indian Defence forces ? Army : Airforce : Navy1.Brigadier : Air Commodore : Commander2.Major General : Air Vice Marshal : Vice Admiral3.Major Squadron Leader : Lieutenant Commander4.Lieutenant Colonel : Group Captain : CaptainSelect the correct answer using the code given below :
2023
Consider the following pairs:Objects in space Description1.Cepheids : Giant clouds of dust and gas in space2.Nebulae : Stars which brighten and dim periodically3.Pulsars : Neutron stars that are formed when massive stars run out of fuel and collapseHow many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Consider the following statements :Statement-I :Recently, the United States of America (USA) and the European Union (EU) have launched the 'Trade and Technology Council'Statement-II :The USA and the EU claim that through this they are trying to being technological progress and physical productivity under their control.Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statement?
2022
With reference to Web 3.0, consider the following statements:1.Web 3.0 technology enables people to control their own data.2.In Web 3.0 world, there can be blockchain based social networks.3.Web 3.0 is operated by users collectively rather than a corporation.Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following communication technologies:1.Closed-circuit Television2.Radio Frequency Identification3.Wireless Local Area NetworkWhich of the above are considered Short Range devices/technologies?
Consider the following statements in respect of probiotics:1.Probiotics are made of both bacteria and yeast.2.The organisms in probiotics are found in foods we ingest but they do not naturally occur in our gut.3.Probiotics help in the digestion of milk sugars.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
"Biorock technology" is talked about inwhich one of the following situations?
Consider the following:1.Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank2.Missile Technology Control Regime3.Shanghai Cooperation OrganisationIndia is a member of which of the above?
Which one of the following statements best describes the role of B cells and T cells in the human body?
2021
Bollgard I and Bollgard II technologies are mentioned in the context of