Q361. Which of the following is NOT one of the core vision areas of the Digital India programme?
Science and Technology: RAS Prelims MCQs
1113 RAS Prelims practice MCQs on science and technology are on this page, in 6 chapters. They cover the basics of everyday science, computers and information technology, defence and space technology in India, genetics, biotechnology and nanotechnology, science and technology policies and government programmes, and recent advances with Indian contributors and indigenisation. Each question has an answer and an explanation.
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Q362. Given below are two statements regarding e-governance in Rajasthan.
Statement I: e-Mitra is an ambitious e-governance initiative of the Government of Rajasthan providing various government services under a single roof.
Statement II: e-Mitra services can only be accessed physically at kiosks and have no online web portal.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Statement I: e-Mitra is an ambitious e-governance initiative of the Government of Rajasthan providing various government services under a single roof.
Statement II: e-Mitra services can only be accessed physically at kiosks and have no online web portal.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
e-Mitra is a major e-governance initiative in Rajasthan that provides a wide range of government and private services to citizens through a unified platform. Contrary to the idea that it is only accessible at physical kiosks, e-Mitra also offers an online portal and mobile app for convenient access. This multi-channel approach ensures that services are available to.
Q363. Identify the incorrect statement regarding DigiLocker.
Explanation
DigiLocker is a key Digital India initiative that provides citizens with secure cloud-based access to authentic digital documents, such as driving licenses and academic certificates. These digital versions are explicitly recognized as legally equivalent to original physical documents under the Information Technology Act, 2000. By integrating with Aadhaar, DigiLocker ensures secure authentication and reduces the need for physical.
Q364. Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as
Reason (R).
Assertion (A): The implementation of e-office in government departments increases transparency and accountability.
Reason (R): e-office digitizes the movement of files, providing electronic audit trails and reducing processing delays.
Reason (R).
Assertion (A): The implementation of e-office in government departments increases transparency and accountability.
Reason (R): e-office digitizes the movement of files, providing electronic audit trails and reducing processing delays.
Explanation
The implementation of e-office in government departments significantly increases transparency and accountability by digitizing the entire file-handling process. By creating electronic audit trails, the system ensures that the movement and history of every file can be tracked, reducing delays and potential corruption. This technological shift modernizes governance, making it more efficient and responsive to the needs.
Q365. The UMANG app, developed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), stands for:
Explanation
UMANG is a comprehensive mobile application developed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology to provide a single platform for accessing various central and state government services. The acronym stands for Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance. By integrating diverse services into one app, UMANG simplifies the citizen’s interaction with the government, promoting ease of.
Q366. A citizen using an online portal to apply for a birth certificate is an example of which e-governance model?
Explanation
The Government to Citizen model of e-governance refers to the digital delivery of public services and information directly to individual citizens. Examples include applying for birth certificates, paying taxes online, or accessing land records. This model aims to make government services more accessible, transparent, and efficient, reducing the need for citizens to visit physical government offices for.
Q367. Which pair correctly links a Rajasthan specific e-governance initiative with its objective?
Explanation
Rajasthan has launched several specific e-governance initiatives, such as RajSampark for grievance redressal and RajeGyan for education. The Jan Aadhaar scheme is a particularly significant project that provides a unique "One Number, One Card, One Identity" for every family. This unified system simplifies access to various government welfare schemes and ensures that benefits are delivered accurately.
Q368. Match List I with List II.
| Digital India Initiative | Objective/Feature |
|---|---|
| A. BharatNet | i. Online education platform |
| B. e-Hospital | ii. Broadband connectivity to Gram Panchayats |
| C. SWAYAM | iii. National agriculture market portal |
| D. e-NAM | iv. Online registration and medical records |
Explanation
Digital India includes diverse initiatives with specific objectives: BharatNet provides broadband to rural areas, e-Hospital manages medical records, SWAYAM offers online education, and e-NAM provides a national platform for agricultural trade. Together, these programs address different aspects of digital empowerment and service delivery, creating a more connected and efficient nation through the strategic use of technology.
Q369. Which of the following is NOT an example of a Government to Citizen (G2C) service?
Explanation
Government to Citizen services focus on providing direct benefits or information to the public, such as online tax payments, passport applications, or digital land records. These services enhance the citizen’s experience with the government. An inter-departmental memo sent through an e-Office system is an example of Government to Government communication, as it involves internal administrative processes.
Q370. Which mechanism is most appropriate for describing the direct transfer of subsidies by the government into the bank accounts of beneficiaries to eliminate leakages?
Explanation
Direct Benefit Transfer is a government mechanism designed to transfer subsidies and welfare payments directly into the bank accounts of beneficiaries. By using the Aadhaar-linked payment system, DBT eliminates middlemen and leakages, ensuring that the full amount reaches the intended recipient. This transparent and efficient system has significantly improved the delivery of various social welfare schemes across.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 361 | (b) Mandatory privatization of all telecom networks |
| 362 | (b) Statement I is correct, Statement II is incorrect |
| 363 | (c) Documents in DigiLocker are not legally recognized under the IT Act 2000. |
| 364 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 365 | (c) Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance |
| 366 | (b) Government to Citizen (G2C) |
| 367 | (d) Jan Aadhaar - "One Number, One Card, One Identity" for accessing welfare schemes |
| 368 | (a) A-ii, B-iv, C-i, D-iii |
| 369 | (c) An inter-departmental memo sent via e-Office |
| 370 | (a) Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) |
Key facts from Science and Technology
- The RPSC paper is General Knowledge and General Science, so science questions come with a strong dose of applied and recent topics.
- Everyday science questions test the laws and terms of physics, chemistry and biology through examples.
- Defence and space questions pair a missile, satellite or mission with its year and organisation.
- Policy questions ask for the year, the body and the aim of schemes like STIP, the National Quantum Mission and BioE3.
- Health, environment and agriculture are on a separate page, with their own chapters.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Science and Technology?
This page has 1113 practice MCQs on Science and Technology. Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Which chapters does the science and technology set cover?
Six chapters: basics of everyday science; computers, information and communication technology; defence and space technology in India; genetics, biotechnology and nanotechnology; science and technology policies and government programmes; and recent advances, Indian contributors and indigenisation.
Is science and technology part of the RAS Prelims syllabus?
Yes. The RPSC paper is called General Knowledge and General Science, and its syllabus lists science and technology topics along with environment, health, agriculture and government programmes, so questions can come from any of these areas.
How should I prepare science for RAS Prelims?
Revise the concepts by examples, then learn the missions, schemes and scientists with their year and organisation. Attempt each chapter, read the explanations and keep a list of the facts you missed.