Fundamentals of Science & Technology Online Quiz

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Q 1 - Consider the following statements:

1. Hybrid rocket engines use only liquid fuel.

2. Hybrid systems combine advantages of both solid and liquid-fueled system.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : B

Explanation

Hybrid rocket engines use both solid and liquid fuels.

Q 2 - The Wildlife Conservation Strategy was enacted in

Answer : D

Explanation

N/A

Q 3 - Consider the following statements:

1. The National Mesosphere-Stratosphere-Troposphere Reader Facility is located at Gadanki, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh.

2. The scientists at the National Mesosphere-Stratosphere-Troposphere Reader Facility conduct atmospheric research.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 4 - Consider the following statements:

1. Launched in 1996, Jhabua Development Communication Project (JDCP), is a pilot project first commenced in Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh.

2. JDCP is designed to educate the indigenous community about the health, hygiene, family planning, womens right, etc.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

Later, JDCP launched in many other villages.

Q 5 - Consider the following statements:

1. OCEANSAT-1 was launched in May, 1999.

2. OCEANSAT-1 launched to study physical and biological aspects of oceanography.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

Q 6 - Which among the following is incorrectly matched?

A - NRDB Natural Resource Data Base

B - RISAT Remote Imaging Sensor

C - RLV Reusable Launch Vehicle

D - SENSE Small Satellite for Earths Near Space Environment

Answer : B

Explanation

It is Radar Imaging Satellite.

Q 7 - In reference to Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment center is located in

Answer : B

Explanation

It is an aeronautics development laboratory.

Q 8 - The Center for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics is located in

Answer : C

Explanation

The center is operated by the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology.

Q 9 - Consider the following statements:

1. LPG is by-product of natural gas processing.

2. LPG is obtained from oil refining.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

LPG largely contains propane.

Q 10 - Consider the following statements:

1. The Antarctic Treaty was signed in Washington, USA on December 1, 1959; however, it is implemented in 1961.

2. There were twelve signatories (countries).

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

The treaty is signed to promote international scientific cooperation in Antarctica.

Q 11 - The Indian Meteorological Department has set up a Mountain Meteorology Center at

Answer : A

Explanation

The major responsibility of the Mountain Meteorology Center is to predict about the landslides, avalanches, and flash floods.

Q 12 - The Pokhran-II was tested in

Answer : B

Explanation

It was tested on May 13, 1998.

Q 13 - In reference to nuclear non-proliferation treaty, consider the following statements:

1. An initiation of the Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) was taken by the United Nations General Assembly in 1996.

2. The CTBT prohibits all nuclear test explosions.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

N/A

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.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

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 - The range of K-15 Sagarika (a nuclear-capable submarine-launched ballistic missile) is

Answer : B

Explanation

K-15 Sagarika is developed at the Defence Research and Development Organizations (DRDO) missile complex located in Hyderabad.

Q 17 - Consider the following statements:

1. DNA microarrays detect mutations in disease-related genes.

2. DNA microarrays diagnose infectious diseases and identify the best antibiotic treatment.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

DNA microarrays identify genes important to crop productivity.

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

Answer : B

Explanation

It is an armament development laboratory.

Q 19 - Consider the following statements:

1. National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources was set up in 1976.

2. National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources is a nodal organization for developing, operating, and coordinating the Indian Plant Genetic Resource system.

Choose the correct answer from the codes given below:

Answer : C

Explanation

National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources is located in New Delhi.

Q 20 - In reference to Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO), the Center for Fire, Explosive and Environment Safety is located in

Answer : D

Explanation

It is an armament development laboratory.

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