Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers on “Role of Science and Technology in India’s Development” for the Civil Services Examination
1. Which Indian organization is responsible for the development of space technology and its application in India?
- a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
- b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- c) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
- d) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
Answer: a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
2. What was the primary objective of the Green Revolution in India?
- a) To improve rural infrastructure
- b) To increase agricultural productivity
- c) To promote industrialization
- d) To develop space technology
Answer: b) To increase agricultural productivity
3. Which Indian satellite was launched in 2008 to explore the Moon?
- a) GSAT-6
- b) INSAT-3DR
- c) Mangalyaan
- d) Chandrayaan-1
Answer: d) Chandrayaan-1
4. What is the primary function of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)?
- a) Space exploration
- b) Digital payments and financial inclusion
- c) Agricultural research
- d) Medical research
Answer: b) Digital payments and financial inclusion
5. The National Biotechnology Development Strategy (NBDS) is aimed at:
- a) Promoting agricultural innovation
- b) Enhancing biotechnology research and development
- c) Developing space technology
- d) Improving urban infrastructure
Answer: b) Enhancing biotechnology research and development
6. Which technology is commonly used in India for weather forecasting and natural disaster management?
- a) Remote sensing
- b) Artificial Intelligence
- c) Blockchain
- d) Quantum Computing
Answer: a) Remote sensing
7. What is the main purpose of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)?
- a) To improve rural healthcare
- b) To promote digital literacy
- c) To provide universal banking access
- d) To support small and medium enterprises
Answer: c) To provide universal banking access
8. Which Indian institute is known for its advancements in nuclear science and technology?
- a) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
- b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
- c) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
- d) National Institute of Technology (NIT)
Answer: c) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
9. The “Digital India” initiative focuses on:
- a) Promoting digital literacy and e-governance
- b) Improving physical infrastructure
- c) Enhancing industrial output
- d) Supporting agricultural reforms
Answer: a) Promoting digital literacy and e-governance
10. The “Make in India” program is aimed at:
- a) Boosting foreign tourism
- b) Encouraging local manufacturing and industrial growth
- c) Enhancing space exploration
- d) Promoting agricultural technology
Answer: b) Encouraging local manufacturing and industrial growth
11. What is the significance of the Indian Supercomputer “Param Siddhi”?
- a) It aids in climate research
- b) It supports financial modeling
- c) It enhances space exploration
- d) It is used for high-performance computing and research
Answer: d) It is used for high-performance computing and research
12. Which technology is used to improve the quality of education in rural India?
- a) E-learning platforms
- b) 3D printing
- c) Quantum Computing
- d) Blockchain
Answer: a) E-learning platforms
13. The “Startup India” initiative is designed to:
- a) Promote space missions
- b) Support and foster innovation and entrepreneurship
- c) Improve rural healthcare facilities
- d) Enhance agricultural productivity
Answer: b) Support and foster innovation and entrepreneurship
14. Which of the following is a key achievement of the Indian Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan)?
- a) Discovering water on Mars
- b) Mapping the surface of Mars
- c) Establishing a permanent base on Mars
- d) Providing detailed atmospheric data
Answer: b) Mapping the surface of Mars
15. The “Swachh Bharat Mission” primarily focuses on:
- a) Enhancing space research
- b) Improving sanitation and hygiene
- c) Supporting industrial development
- d) Advancing digital infrastructure
Answer: b) Improving sanitation and hygiene
16. Which of the following is a significant development in India’s agricultural sector due to technology?
- a) Precision farming
- b) Satellite-based navigation
- c) Urban farming
- d) Genetic modification of crops
Answer: a) Precision farming
17. The “Atal Innovation Mission” aims to:
- a) Foster innovation and entrepreneurship in schools and communities
- b) Develop advanced medical technology
- c) Support large-scale industrial projects
- d) Enhance rural infrastructure
Answer: a) Foster innovation and entrepreneurship in schools and communities
18. The Indian government’s “National Cyber Security Policy” is intended to:
- a) Promote digital payments
- b) Secure cyberspace and protect national cyber assets
- c) Support e-commerce growth
- d) Develop space technology
Answer: b) Secure cyberspace and protect national cyber assets
19. What role does the National Atmospheric Research Laboratory (NARL) play in India?
- a) Space exploration
- b) Atmospheric and climate research
- c) Biotechnology development
- d) Rural development
Answer: b) Atmospheric and climate research
20. Which technology has significantly impacted India’s healthcare sector by enabling telemedicine?
- a) Internet of Things (IoT)
- b) Blockchain
- c) Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- d) Remote Sensing
Answer: a) Internet of Things (IoT)
21. The “Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana” aims to:
- a) Improve road connectivity in rural areas
- b) Enhance digital infrastructure
- c) Promote industrial growth
- d) Support agricultural innovation
Answer: a) Improve road connectivity in rural areas
22. The “Skill India” program is designed to:
- a) Enhance digital skills
- b) Improve vocational training and skill development
- c) Promote scientific research
- d) Support manufacturing industries
Answer: b) Improve vocational training and skill development
23. The “National Mission for Clean Ganga” uses technology primarily to:
- a) Promote tourism along the Ganga
- b) Clean and conserve the Ganga River
- c) Support industrial projects along the river
- d) Develop agricultural practices
Answer: b) Clean and conserve the Ganga River
24. Which Indian organization is known for its work in advanced missile technology?
- a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
- b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
- c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
- d) National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC)
Answer: b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
25. The “Ayushman Bharat” scheme aims to provide:
- a) Financial support for startups
- b) Universal health coverage
- c) Infrastructure for rural development
- d) Digital literacy programs
Answer: b) Universal health coverage
26. What is the main focus of the “National Digital Health Mission” (NDHM)?
- a) Improving rural education
- b) Enhancing digital health infrastructure
- c) Developing advanced manufacturing technologies
- d) Supporting environmental conservation
Answer: b) Enhancing digital health infrastructure
27. The “Digital India” program seeks to:
- a) Develop new space missions
- b) Improve digital infrastructure and services
- c) Increase industrial production
- d) Support agricultural research
Answer: b) Improve digital infrastructure and services
28. Which technology is used for tracking and managing wildlife in India?
- a) GIS (Geographic Information System)
- b) Blockchain
- c) Quantum Computing
- d) 3D Printing
Answer: a) GIS (Geographic Information System)
29. The “Clean Energy” initiatives in India focus on:
- a) Reducing dependency on fossil fuels
- b) Promoting traditional energy sources
- c) Enhancing nuclear energy production
- d) Supporting coal mining
Answer: a) Reducing dependency on fossil fuels
30. Which of the following is a major achievement of Indian advancements in medical technology?
- a) Development of low-cost diagnostic tools
- b) Construction of large-scale hospitals
- c) Expansion of medical tourism
- d) Promotion of traditional medicine practices
Answer: a) Development of low-cost diagnostic tools
These questions cover various aspects of the role of science and technology in India’s development, including advancements, initiatives, and their impact on different sectors.
