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PYQs on Science & Technology 12 PYQs from 2016

Prelims 2016

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Science & TechnologyCommunication, Electronics and Quantum TechnologyTelecommunication, Mobile and Wireless Networks2016 · Q5

With reference to 'LiFi', recently in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It uses light as the medium for high-speed data transmission. 2. It is a wireless technology and is several times faster than 'WiFi'. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Science & TechnologyGenetics and BiotechnologyGenomics, Proteomics and Omics Technologies2016 · Q31

In the context of the developments in Bioinformatics, the term 'transcriptome', sometimes seen in the news, refers to

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Science & TechnologyHealth, Diseases and Medical TechnologyImmunity, Vaccines and Immunisation2016 · Q32

'Mission Indradhanush' launched by the Government of India pertains to

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Science & TechnologyCommunication, Electronics and Quantum TechnologyTelecommunication, Mobile and Wireless Networks2016 · Q35

'Project Loon', sometimes seen in the news, is related to

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Science & TechnologyDefence and Strategic TechnologiesNaval, Submarine and Maritime Defence Systems2016 · Q46

Which one of the following is the best description of 'INS Astradharini', that was in the news recently?

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Science & TechnologyEnergy, Nuclear and Mobility TechnologiesElectric, Hybrid, Fuel-Cell and Alternative Vehicles2016 · Q47

What is 'Greased Lightning–10 (GL–10)', recently in the news?

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Science & TechnologyBiology and Human PhysiologyMicrobiology and Virology2016 · Q59

Which of the following statements is/are correct? Viruses can infect 1. bacteria 2. fungi 3. plants Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Science & TechnologyEnergy, Nuclear and Mobility TechnologiesPower Grids, Energy Efficiency and Smart-Energy Systems2016 · Q78

On which of the following can you find the Bureau of Energy Efficiency Star Label? 1. Ceiling fans 2. Electric geysers 3. Tubular fluorescent lamps Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Science & TechnologyEnergy, Nuclear and Mobility TechnologiesNuclear Fusion and Plasma Technologies2016 · Q79

India is an important member of the 'International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor'. If this experiment succeeds, what is the immediate advantage for India?

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Science & TechnologySpace Science and Space ProgrammesIndian Space Missions and Programmes2016 · Q87

With reference to 'Astrosat', the astronomical observatory launched by India, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. Other than USA and Russia, India is the only country to have launched a similar observatory into space. 2. Astrosat is a 2000 kg satellite placed in an orbit at 1650 km above the surface of the Earth. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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Science & TechnologySpace Science and Space ProgrammesIndian Space Missions and Programmes2016 · Q91

Consider the following statements : The Mangalyaan launched by ISRO 1. is also called the Mars Orbiter Mission 2. made India the second country to have a spacecraft orbit the Mars after USA 3. made India the only country to be successful in making its spacecraft orbit the Mars in its very first attempt Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Science & TechnologyScientific Research, Institutions and InnovationScientific Discoveries, Awards and Scientists2016 · Q99

A recent movie titled The Man Who Knew Infinity is based on the biography of

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