MCQs with answers on “Science and Technology for Rural Development in India”

1. Which of the following is a key objective of using science and technology for rural development in India?

• A) To increase urban migration
• B) To provide sustainable livelihood options
• C) To reduce rural population growth
• D) To increase the export of agricultural products
• Answer: B) To provide sustainable livelihood options

2. Which government initiative aims to promote rural entrepreneurship through the use of technology in India?

• A) Digital India
• B) Make in India
• C) Atal Innovation Mission
• D) Stand-Up India
• Answer: C) Atal Innovation Mission

3. Which of the following is an example of the use of solar energy technology for rural development?

• A) Solar irrigation systems
• B) Solar-powered vehicles
• C) Solar cooking devices for urban areas
• D) Solar-based mobile phones
• Answer: A) Solar irrigation systems

4. What is the primary purpose of the National Mission on Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)?

• A) To enhance agricultural productivity through chemical fertilizers
• B) To promote water-efficient technologies
• C) To promote industrial growth in rural areas
• D) To develop biotechnology for agriculture
• Answer: B) To promote water-efficient technologies

5. Which of the following is a technology-based solution aimed at improving rural health?

• A) Telemedicine services
• B) Urban healthcare centers
• C) Artificial intelligence in urban hospitals
• D) Genetic modification of crops
• Answer: A) Telemedicine services

6. Which government initiative focuses on empowering farmers with technology for better productivity and market access?

• A) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
• B) National Digital Agriculture Mission
• C) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Yojana
• D) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
• Answer: B) National Digital Agriculture Mission

7. Which of the following technologies is used for the improvement of rural infrastructure?

• A) High-speed internet connections in urban areas
• B) Smart grids for electricity in rural areas
• C) Drones for aerial photography of urban cities
• D) Manufacturing robots for urban factories
• Answer: B) Smart grids for electricity in rural areas

8. The rural employment program MGNREGA aims to use technology for which of the following?

• A) Improving agricultural yields
• B) Implementing e-governance and transparency
• C) Generating urban employment
• D) Providing subsidies for industrial growth
• Answer: B) Implementing e-governance and transparency

9. What role does GIS (Geographical Information Systems) play in rural development?

• A) It helps in locating urban job opportunities.
• B) It aids in urban planning and city development.
• C) It assists in mapping resources and planning rural infrastructure.
• D) It is used for predicting stock market trends.
• Answer: C) It assists in mapping resources and planning rural infrastructure.

10. Which technology is used to enable rural education through distance learning?

• A) Virtual Reality (VR)
• B) Satellite-based education systems
• C) 3D printing for learning materials
• D) Biotechnology for education
• Answer: B) Satellite-based education systems

11. What is the objective of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sinchayee Yojana?

• A) To build highways for better connectivity
• B) To increase irrigation facilities in rural areas
• C) To provide employment in rural areas
• D) To improve rural healthcare
• Answer: B) To increase irrigation facilities in rural areas

12. Which of the following is an example of a sustainable rural development technology?

• A) Rainwater harvesting
• B) Industrial chemical waste management
• C) Nuclear power plants
• D) Industrial factories for job creation
• Answer: A) Rainwater harvesting

13. The concept of “Smart Villages” primarily involves the integration of which of the following technologies?

• A) Solar power and smart grids
• B) High-speed rail networks
• C) Artificial intelligence in agriculture
• D) Automation of rural factories
• Answer: A) Solar power and smart grids

14. Which of the following technologies has helped improve the efficiency of rural agriculture in India?

• A) Remote sensing technology
• B) 3D printing for agricultural tools
• C) Robotics for factory work
• D) Nanotechnology for space exploration
• Answer: A) Remote sensing technology

15. Which sector has been the most significantly impacted by technology in rural India?

• A) Tourism sector
• B) Agriculture and allied sectors
• C) Banking and finance
• D) Information technology
• Answer: B) Agriculture and allied sectors

16. Which of the following initiatives promotes digital literacy in rural areas?

• A) Digital India Programme
• B) Startup India
• C) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
• D) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
• Answer: A) Digital India Programme

17. Which technology has been used to empower rural women entrepreneurs in India?

• A) E-commerce platforms
• B) Blockchain for secure transactions
• C) Robotics in rural industries
• D) Digital currency systems
• Answer: A) E-commerce platforms

18. What is the purpose of the National e-Governance Plan (NeGP) in rural India?

• A) To promote industrialization in rural areas
• B) To enhance the access of rural citizens to government services via technology
• C) To provide free electricity to rural areas
• D) To implement rural tourism projects
• Answer: B) To enhance the access of rural citizens to government services via technology

19. Which technology has been widely adopted in rural India for improving healthcare delivery?

• A) Artificial intelligence in diagnostics
• B) Telemedicine
• C) Internet of Things (IoT) for smart farming
• D) Augmented Reality (AR)
• Answer: B) Telemedicine

20. Which initiative is designed to improve rural connectivity through the use of information technology?

• A) BharatNet Project
• B) Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation
• C) Namami Gange Programme
• D) Skill India
• Answer: A) BharatNet Project

21. The use of drones in rural areas primarily aims to enhance which of the following?

• A) Government surveillance
• B) Agricultural productivity and resource management
• C) Urban traffic management
• D) Construction of urban infrastructure
• Answer: B) Agricultural productivity and resource management

22. Which of the following is a critical challenge in the adoption of technology for rural development?

• A) Lack of trained human resources
• B) Excessive urbanization
• C) High literacy rates
• D) Availability of technology in urban centers
• Answer: A) Lack of trained human resources

23. Which technology is being employed for better crop management and yield prediction in rural India?

• A) Blockchain for supply chain management
• B) Artificial intelligence in weather forecasting
• C) Biotechnology for pest resistance
• D) Drones for crop surveillance and analysis
• Answer: D) Drones for crop surveillance and analysis

24. Which of the following is an advantage of using e-commerce platforms in rural India?

• A) Increased digital dependency
• B) Enhanced access to global markets for rural products
• C) Decreased rural employment
• D) Reduced reliance on government schemes
• Answer: B) Enhanced access to global markets for rural products

25. Which initiative focuses on providing rural areas with high-speed internet and other digital services?

• A) Digital India
• B) Atal Pension Yojana
• C) Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana
• D) Start-Up India
• Answer: A) Digital India

26. Which technology is being employed to improve waste management systems in rural areas?

• A) Internet of Things (IoT)
• B) Blockchain
• C) Solar-powered recycling plants
• D) Artificial Intelligence in waste sorting
• Answer: A) Internet of Things (IoT)

27. What is the primary aim of the Kisan Call Centers (KCC) initiative?

• A) To improve rural road infrastructure
• B) To provide farmers with information related to agriculture
• C) To develop rural-based educational institutions
• D) To enhance rural tourism opportunities
• Answer: B) To provide farmers with information related to agriculture

28. Which of the following has been a major factor in the success of rural renewable energy programs?

• A) Centralized energy plants
• B) Government subsidies for urban areas
• C) Community-based solar power systems
• D) Reliance on coal-based power plants
• Answer: C) Community-based solar power systems

29. Which of the following mobile apps is aimed at empowering rural women and providing them with financial and social support?

• A) Bharat Matrimony
• B) M-Governance apps
• C) Women’s Safety App
• D) SHG (Self Help Groups) Mobile App
• Answer: D) SHG (Self Help Groups) Mobile App

30. Which technological advancement has been used for enhancing rural water management?

• A) Desalination plants
• B) IoT-based water management systems
• C) Urban-based water distribution models
• D) Water-intensive irrigation systems
• Answer: B) IoT-based water management systems