(GIST OF SCIENCE REPORTER) MCQs on Science & Tech

(DECEMBER-2023)

MCQs on Science & Tech

Q1. The Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in:

1. Assam
2. Gujarat
3. Uttarakhand
4. Madhya Pradesh

Q2. MH-60 Romeo is an advanced maritime helicopter developed by:

1. France
2. Germany
3. Russia
4. USA

Q3. With reference to Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD), consider the following statements:

1. It is a type of dementia that causes problems with behaviour and language.

2. Most cases of FTD are diagnosed only after 60 years of age.

3. There's currently no cure for FTD.

How many of the above statements are correct?

1. Only one
2. Only two
3. All three
4. None

Q4. Consider the following statements regarding Norovirus:

1. It is caused by the influenza virus.

2. Once infected, people get immunity from the norovirus for their lifetime.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q5. ‘Mosasaur’, that was in the news recently, is a:

1. species of ancient fish
2. powerful geomagnetic storm
3. extinct group of predatory marine reptiles
4. sudden and intense volcanic eruption

Q6. Consider the following statements regarding the PACE mission:

1. It is a joint mission of European Space Agency and Indian Space Research Organisation.

2. It aims to study the impact of light, aerosols, and clouds on air quality and climate.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1​​​​​​​ and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q7. Consider the following statements regarding the Flying Wing Technology Demonstrator:

1. It is a indigenous high-speed Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).

2. It is developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both 1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

Q8. Barracuda boat, recently seen in the news, is a:

1. solar- electric boat
2. patrol vessel
3. destroyer boat
4. submersible boat

Q9. Austropallene halanychi, recently seen in the news, is a:

1. gecko
2. frog
3. fish
4. sea spider

Q10. Consider the following statements regarding the Mumps:

1. It is a contagious disease caused by the virus.

2. Humans are the only known host for mumps virus.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. 1 only
2. 2 only
3. Both  1 and 2
4. Neither 1 nor 2

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