Q921. In the context of the India Semiconductor Mission, what is the role of the ‘Design Linked Incentive (DLI)’ scheme?
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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Q922. Which specific problem does the ‘One Nation, One Subscription’ initiative under STIP 2020 aim to solve?
Explanation
One Nation, One Subscription under STIP 2020 aims to solve the high cost of journal subscriptions for Indian researchers by giving them access through a single national subscription.
Q923. Identify the correct pair matching the government department or ministry with its flagship initiative.
Explanation
The National Quantum Mission is an initiative of the Department of Science and Technology. The other pairs are mismatched.
Q924. The following question consists of two statements--Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Answer the question by selecting the appropriate option.
Assertion (A): The Green Hydrogen Mission relies heavily on the expansion of India’s renewable energy capacity.
Reason (R): Green hydrogen is produced by the electrolysis of water, a process that must be powered by renewable energy sources to be classified as ‘green’.
Assertion (A): The Green Hydrogen Mission relies heavily on the expansion of India’s renewable energy capacity.
Reason (R): Green hydrogen is produced by the electrolysis of water, a process that must be powered by renewable energy sources to be classified as ‘green’.
Explanation
The Green Hydrogen Mission relies on expanding renewable energy capacity because green hydrogen is made by electrolysis of water powered by renewable energy. R explains A.
Q925. Which portal under Digital India acts as a digital document wallet for citizens to store and access authentic documents and certificates?
Explanation
DigiLocker is the digital document wallet under Digital India where citizens can store and access authentic documents and certificates.
Q926. What does the ‘E3’ stand for in the BioE3 policy recently launched by the Government of India?
Explanation
In the BioE3 policy, E3 stands for Economy, Environment and Employment.
Q927. What does the PM-WANI scheme, associated with the goals of Digital India, aim to proliferate?
Explanation
The PM-WANI scheme is a Digital India initiative designed to expand internet access through a vast network of public Wi-Fi hotspots. It allows small shopkeepers and local providers to offer Wi-Fi services to the public, creating a decentralized and affordable way for citizens to stay connected. By increasing the availability of public Wi-Fi, the scheme aims to promote digital inclusion and support the growing knowledge economy.
Q928. Identify the incorrect statement regarding the Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.
Explanation
The Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan does not ban foreign direct investment; on the contrary, it includes several reforms to attract more FDI, especially in sectors like defense. The campaign focuses on making India self-reliant by strengthening domestic industries and simplifying regulations. It aims to build a strong internal economy that is globally integrated and resilient to external shocks, rather than adopting a policy of economic isolation.
Q929. Match the specialized institutions in List I with their corresponding primary focus area in List II.
| Institution | Focus Area |
|---|---|
| A. SERB | i. Supercomputing and advanced IT |
| B. NIF | ii. Funding basic scientific research |
| C. CDAC | iii. Grassroots technological innovations |
| D. AIM | iv. Innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem |
Explanation
India’s innovation ecosystem is supported by various institutions with distinct focus areas. The Science and Engineering Research Board funds basic scientific research, while the National Innovation Foundation supports grassroots technological innovations. CDAC is the premier organization for supercomputing and advanced IT, and the Atal Innovation Mission is dedicated to creating a vibrant ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship throughout the entire country.
Q930. Which of the following is an application of Quantum Sensing as envisioned under the National Quantum Mission?
Explanation
Quantum sensing is a key focus of the National Quantum Mission, with practical applications in the development of highly accurate atomic clocks. These quantum-based clocks are essential for precise navigation systems, as they provide timing accuracy far beyond that of traditional technologies. Such sensors are critical for the next generation of satellite-based positioning and other strategic applications requiring extreme measurement precision and stability.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 921 | (b) To support the chip design ecosystem with financial aid |
| 922 | (c) High journal subscription costs for Indian researchers |
| 923 | (a) DST - National Quantum Mission |
| 924 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 925 | (b) DigiLocker |
| 926 | (a) Economy, Environment, and Employment |
| 927 | (c) Public Wi-Fi Networks |
| 928 | (d) It explicitly bans all forms of foreign direct investment in India. |
| 929 | (c) A-ii, B-iii, C-i, D-iv |
| 930 | (d) Accurate atomic clocks for precise navigation |
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.