MCQs on Science and Technology

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1. Which Indian missile system is designed for short-range ballistic missile defense?

A) Agni
B) Prithvi
C) Akash
D) S-400

Correct Answer: C) Akash
Explanation: The Akash missile system is designed for short-range ballistic missile defense, providing protection against aerial threats.

2. Which Indian submarine is part of the country's nuclear-powered submarine fleet?

A) INS Kalvari
B) INS Arihant
C) INS Khanderi
D) INS Sindhukirti

Correct Answer: B) INS Arihant
Explanation: INS Arihant is a nuclear-powered submarine and a crucial component of India’s nuclear triad, enhancing the country’s strategic capabilities.

3. Which defense technology is used to track and destroy incoming missiles?

A) Anti-Satellite Missile System
B) Ballistic Missile Defense System
C) Laser Defense System
D) Cruise Missile Defense System

Correct Answer: B) Ballistic Missile Defense System
Explanation: The Ballistic Missile Defense System is used to track and intercept incoming missiles, providing protection against ballistic threats.

4. What is the primary objective of the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP) in India?

A) To develop advanced missile technologies
B) To enhance naval defense capabilities
C) To improve radar systems
D) To develop air defense systems

Correct Answer: A) To develop advanced missile technologies
Explanation: The IGMDP aims to develop advanced missile technologies, including ballistic and cruise missiles, to strengthen India’s defense capabilities.

5. Which process involves the splitting of atomic nuclei to release energy?

A) Nuclear Fusion
B) Nuclear Fission
C) Nuclear Decay
D) Nuclear Absorption

Correct Answer: B) Nuclear Fission
Explanation: Nuclear fission involves splitting atomic nuclei to release energy, a process used in nuclear reactors and atomic bombs.

6. Which international project aims to develop nuclear fusion as a viable energy source?

A) ITER
B) CANDU
C) Tokamak
D) HIFAR

Correct Answer: A) ITER
Explanation: ITER (International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor) is an international project focused on developing nuclear fusion as a sustainable energy source.

7. What type of reactor is known for its use in nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers?

A) Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)
B) Boiling Water Reactor (BWR)
C) Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR)
D) Liquid Metal Fast Breeder Reactor (LMFBR)

Correct Answer: A) Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR)
Explanation: The Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) is commonly used in nuclear submarines and aircraft carriers due to its efficiency and safety features.

8. Which technology is used to create a decentralized and secure digital ledger of transactions?

A) Artificial Intelligence
B) Cloud Computing
C) Blockchain Technology
D) Quantum Computing

Correct Answer: C) Blockchain Technology
Explanation: Blockchain technology creates a decentralized and secure digital ledger of transactions, widely used in cryptocurrencies and other applications.

9. Which technology is used to convert organic waste into energy and compost?

A) Gasification
B) Anaerobic Digestion
C) Pyrolysis
D) Incineration

Correct Answer: B) Anaerobic Digestion
Explanation: Anaerobic digestion is used to convert organic waste into biogas (energy) and compost, providing a sustainable waste management solution.

10. Which Indian scientist is known for his work in the field of nuclear physics and is considered the father of the Indian nuclear program?

A) Vikram Sarabhai
B) CNR Rao
C) APJ Abdul Kalam
D) Homi Bhabha

Correct Answer: D) Homi Bhabha
Explanation: Homi Bhabha is renowned for his pioneering work in nuclear physics and played a key role in establishing India’s nuclear program.

11. What type of nanomaterial is commonly used in electronics to improve device performance?

A) Nanotubes
B) Nanocapsules
C) Nanoparticles
D) Nanosheets

Correct Answer: A) Nanotubes
Explanation: Nanotubes, such as carbon nanotubes, are used in electronics to improve device performance due to their exceptional electrical and thermal conductivity.

12. Which aircraft is a multirole fighter jet developed by France and acquired by India?

A) Rafale
B) Mirage 2000
C) Su-30MKI
D) F-16

Correct Answer: A) Rafale
Explanation: The Rafale is a multirole fighter jet developed by France, and India has acquired it for enhancing its air defense capabilities.

13. Which Indian defense research organization is responsible for the development of missile technology?

A) HAL
B) DRDO
C) ISRO
D) BDL

Correct Answer: B) DRDO
Explanation: The Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is responsible for developing various missile technologies and defense systems in India.

14. Which satellite technology is used for precise navigation and positioning in India?

A) GLONASS
B) GPS
C) NAVIC
D) Galileo

Correct Answer: C) NAVIC
Explanation: NAVIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) is India’s satellite navigation system, providing accurate positioning and navigation services.

15. Which nanomaterial is commonly used in the manufacturing industry for its strength and lightweight properties?

A) Carbon Nanotubes
B) Graphene
C) Quantum Dots
D) Silver Nanoparticles

Correct Answer: B) Graphene
Explanation: Graphene is a nanomaterial known for its exceptional strength and lightweight properties, making it valuable in various manufacturing applications.

16. Which Indian physicist is renowned for his work in quantum mechanics and statistical physics?

A) S. Chandrasekhar
B) Homi Bhabha
C) C. N. R. Rao
D) Satyendra Nath Bose

Correct Answer: D) Satyendra Nath Bose
Explanation: Satyendra Nath Bose is known for his contributions to quantum mechanics and his work on Bose-Einstein statistics.

17. Which award is considered one of the highest honors for scientific research in India?

A) Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award
B) Nobel Prize
C) Ramon Magsaysay Award
D) Bharat Ratna

Correct Answer: A) Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award
Explanation: The Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Award is one of the highest honors given in India for outstanding contributions to science and technology.

18. Which ancient Indian mathematician is known for his work on the concept of zero?

A) Aryabhatta
B) Brahmagupta
C) Bhaskara I
D) Ramanujan

Correct Answer: B) Brahmagupta
Explanation: Brahmagupta made significant contributions to the concept of zero and algebra in ancient Indian mathematics.

19. Which ancient Indian physician is known for his work in Ayurveda and surgical techniques?

A) Vagbhata
B) Charaka
C) Sushruta
D) Panini

Correct Answer: C) Sushruta
Explanation: Sushruta is renowned for his contributions to Ayurveda, particularly for his work on surgical techniques and medical procedures.

20. Who is credited with the early development of the concept of gravity in ancient India?

A) Aryabhatta
B) Bhaskara I
C) Brahmagupta
D) Charaka

Correct Answer: B) Bhaskara I
Explanation: Bhaskara I made early contributions to the concept of gravity and other astronomical theories in ancient Indian science.

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