science & tech MCQ section 6 MCQ Questions & Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

India successfully launched Astrosat from Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikotta. Consider the following statements about this launch.

1. Astrosat is India’s third dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory.
2. It was launched along with 6 foreign satellites by the ISRO’s work horse Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle-C30 (PSLV-C30).
3. It will observe the universe through ultraviolet, optical, low and high energy X-ray components of the electromagnetic spectrum.
4. This is fifth time an Indian rocket has launched seven satellites in a single mission.

a) 1, 2 and 3 only

b) 2 and 3 only

c) 1 and 2 only

d) All of these

Question : 2

Consider the following statements:

1. India has a published nuclear doctrine.
2. The doctrine advocates ‘no-first-use’ policy.
3. The authority to release nuclear weaponsfor use lies with the President of India.

a) 1 and 2 both

b) 2 and 3 both

c) 1 only

d) 1, 2 and 3

Question : 3

Which of the following statements are correct about Akash Missile?

1. It has been developed by the ISRO
2. It is a Surface to Air supersonic missile
3. It can be fired from both tracked and wheeled platforms
4. It has the capacity to carry upto 60 kg warhead

a) 1, 2 and 3 only

b) 2, 3 and 4 only

c) 1, 2 and 4 only

d) 1 and 4 only

Question : 4

Consider the following statements.

1. Mahindra & Mahindra, Tata Motors and Maruti Suzuki recently joined hands to invest as well as develop components and systems for electric and hybrid vehicles.
2. This initiative became reality after Delhi Government’s FAME India scheme, which was launched in April 2015.
3. FAME stands for – Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.

a) 1 and 3

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 2

d) All of these

Question : 5

According to recent announcement of the Indian government, how many Indian satellites are currently operational?

a) 27

b) 29

c) 23

d) 25

Question : 6

The first woman of Indian origin who undertook a space journey

a) Kalpana Chawla

b) Avani Chaturvedi

c) Darshan Ranganath

d) Sunita Williams