Q181. If a student team from a rural Rajasthan school develops a novel herbal pesticide, which organization is best suited to help them validate and protect their innovation?
Science and Technology Policies and Government Programmes: RAS Prelims MCQs
185 RAS Prelims MCQs on science and technology policies and government programmes cover the Scientific Policy Resolution, the STIP, institutions of science, digital and innovation missions, and the Rajasthan Department of Science and Technology. The year, body, aim and target group of each policy or mission are asked as facts, matches and sequences.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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Q182. Which of the following is an exception to the sectors supported under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme?
Explanation
The PLI scheme supports large-scale electronics manufacturing, pharmaceuticals and high-efficiency solar PV modules. Artisanal handloom weaving without industrial scale is not one of the sectors.
Q183. Why was the ‘PM e-VIDYA’ programme initiated as part of the Atmanirbhar Bharat package?
Explanation
PM e-VIDYA was started under the Atmanirbhar Bharat package to give multi-mode access to digital and online education.
Q184. Given below are two statements regarding the BioE3 Policy.
Statement I: The BioE3 policy emphasizes the shift from an economy based heavily on fossil fuels to a circular bioeconomy.
Statement II: Biomanufacturing under BioE3 aims to utilize biological systems, like engineered microbes, to produce materials and chemicals sustainably. In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Statement I: The BioE3 policy emphasizes the shift from an economy based heavily on fossil fuels to a circular bioeconomy.
Statement II: Biomanufacturing under BioE3 aims to utilize biological systems, like engineered microbes, to produce materials and chemicals sustainably. In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Explanation
The BioE3 policy aims to move from a fossil-fuel-based economy to a circular bioeconomy, and biomanufacturing uses engineered microbes to make materials and chemicals sustainably. Both statements are true.
Q185. Find the odd one out among the benefits available to an iStart recognized startup in Rajasthan.
Explanation
iStart recognised start-ups can get a sustenance allowance, marketing assistance and incubation space at Bhamashah Techno Hub. Guaranteed election tickets for founders are not a benefit.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 181 | (d) National Innovation Foundation (NIF) |
| 182 | (c) Artisanal handloom weaving without industrial scale |
| 183 | (b) Enabling multi-mode access to digital and online education |
| 184 | (a) Both Statement I and Statement II are true |
| 185 | (d) Guaranteed public election tickets for founders |
Key facts from Science and Technology Policies and Government Programmes
- The Scientific Policy Resolution of 1958, drafted with Homi J. Bhabha, aimed to foster and sustain scientific research in all its aspects.
- The order of institutions is CSIR (1942), DST (1971), National Innovation Foundation (2000) and Atal Innovation Mission (2016).
- STIP 2020 adopts a decentralised, bottom-up approach, and One Nation, One Subscription lowers journal costs for researchers.
- The NEP 2020 proposes the National Research Foundation; BioE3 means Economy, Environment and Employment.
- The Rajasthan Solar Energy Policy 2019 targets 30 GW by 2024-25; SRSAC under DST Rajasthan is located in Jodhpur.
- DigiLocker is the digital document wallet; the National Quantum Mission is under DST; Design Linked Incentive supports chip design.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Science and Technology Policies and Government Programmes?
This page has 185 practice MCQs on Science and Technology Policies and Government Programmes (Science and Technology). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
What was the Scientific Policy Resolution of 1958?
A policy statement that aimed to foster and sustain scientific research in all its aspects and to promote scientific temper. It was drafted with the help of Homi J. Bhabha under Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru.
What does E3 stand for in the BioE3 policy?
Economy, Environment and Employment. The policy aims to move from a fossil-fuel-based economy to a circular bioeconomy by using biological systems, such as engineered microbes, for manufacturing, and to create jobs in biotechnology.
Where is the State Remote Sensing Application Centre of Rajasthan?
At Jodhpur. It works under the Department of Science and Technology of the State Government and uses satellite data for urban planning, agriculture monitoring and disaster management across the State.