Information and Communication Technology: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Science and Technology)
1 previous year UPSC Prelims question on Information and Communication Technology (Science and Technology). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
Explanations state facts as of the year each question was asked; words like “recently” refer to that year.
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UPSC 2009Science and Technology · Information and Communication Technology
Q1. WiMAX is related to which one of the following
Explanation
WiMAX (WIMAX forum was formed in June 2001 to promote conformity and interoperability) is a communication technology that provides high-speed wireless broadband internet access. It is designed to offer both fixed and mobile broadband services over long distances, often as a replacement or supplement to traditional wired broadband technologies like digital subscriber line (DSL) or cable. Broadband Internet Access, Wireless Backhaul (for wireless link between a cellular base station and the core network) and Mobile Broadband etc. are based on WiMAX technology. It provides high-speed internet access, bridging the connectivity gap for both urban and rural areas, especially in the last-mile segment.
Answer key for these questions
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UPSC year
Correct answer
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2009
(d) Communication technology
Frequently asked questions
How many previous year UPSC questions are there on Information and Communication Technology?
This page covers 1 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Information and Communication Technology (Science and Technology), asked from 1999 to 2025. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
How should I use previous year UPSC questions for Prelims?
Attempt each question first, then open the answer and read the explanation for every option. Repeat by chapter, and track which statements UPSC reuses across years. Previous year questions show the exam pattern and difficulty level.
Which years are covered for Information and Communication Technology?
Questions on Information and Communication Technology (Science and Technology) are available for 16 years, from 1999 to 2025. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
