Fundamentals of Science & Technology Online Quiz

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Q 1 - Consider the following statements:

1. INTELSAT was first founded in 1964 by the telecommunication agencies of 18 nations.

2. INTELSAT owns communications satellite.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 2 - In reference to Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the Electronics and Radar Development Establishment center is located in …

Answer : A

Explanation

It is an electronics and computer science development laboratory.

Q 3 - In reference to Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the Microwave Tube Research and Development Center is located in …

Answer : A

Explanation

It is an electronics and computer science development laboratory.

Q 4 - Consider the following statements:

1. INSAT-2C was launched in 1995.

2. INSAT-2C had S-band Mobile Satellite Service.

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Answer : C

Explanation

INSAT-2C started Mobile Satellite Service on experimental basis.

Q 5 - Consider the following statements:

1. Located at Hyderabad, the National Remote Sensing Agency acquires and processes remote sensing data.

2. The National Remote Sensing Agency provides value added products and application services to users.

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Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 6 - Nanotechnology is the study of …

A - Atomic and molecular phenomena

B - Natural science

C - Space science

D - Design, characteristics, and structures of a device at very small scale

Answer : D

Explanation

Nanotechnology is basically a computer based technology.

Q 7 - Consider the following statements:

1. Superconductivity is the ability of a material to conduct electricity without any losses.

2. Dutch scientist Heike Kamerlingh Onnes had first noticed the property of superconductivity.

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Answer : C

Explanation

In 1913, Heike had been awarded Nobel Prize in Physics for this discovery.

Q 8 - The National Committee on Environmental Planning and Coordination (NCEPC) is constituted in …

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 9 - The Motor Vehicles Act was enacted in …

Answer : D

Explanation

N/A

Q 10 - In reference to Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), INMAS is located in …

Answer : D

Explanation

INMAS stands for Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences.

Q 11 - Cloud seeding is a technique of …

Answer : A

Explanation

Cloud seeding is a technique to bring more precipitation.

Q 12 - In reference to nuclear programs in India, consider the following statements:

1. Under the ‘Atoms of Peace’ program, India had acquired a Cirus 40 MWt heavy-water-moderated research reactor from Canada.

2. The heavy water required for the operation of Cirus 40 MWt heavy-water reactor, was purchased from Germany.

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Answer : A

Explanation

The heavy water required for the operation of Cirus 40 MWt heavy-water reactor, was purchased from the US.

Q 13 - The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act was enacted in …

Answer : A

Explanation

It was amended in 1987.

Q 14 - Consider the following statements:

1. The Technical Development Establishment of the Indian Army, the Directorate of Technical Development and Production, and the Defence Science Organization collectively formed the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO).

2. DRDO was set up in 1958.

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Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 15 - Consider the following statements:

1. Agni is an intermediate-range ballistic missile.

2. Agni was first tested in 1989 at Interim Test Range in Chandipur.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

Chandipur is located in Odisha.

Q 16 - Consider the following statements:

1. Dhruv is indigenously developed multi-role new generation helicopter.

2. Dhruv is designed and developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.

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Answer : C

Explanation

Dhruv is designed in such a way that it can fulfill the requirements of military as well as civil operations.

Q 17 - Consider the following statements:

1. With the help of DNA fingerprinting, scientists can determine that the fish products, available in the market of Japan, include whale meat.

2. DNA fingerprinting helps to monitor the illegal trade of endangered or protected species.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

Marketing of whale meat is illegal.

Q 18 - In reference to Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the Armament Research and Development Establishment center is located in …