With Reference to India’s Satellite Launch Vehicle, consider the following statements:
With reference to India’s satellite launch vehicle, consider the following statements: Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(2018) a) 1 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 2 only d) 3 only Answer: A GSLV Mark III is a three-stage heavy lift launch vehicle developed by ISRO PSLV is designed mainly to […]
Which of the Above is/are the Prediction/predictions of Albert Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity, often discussed in media?(2018)
Consider the following phenomena : Which of the above is/are the prediction/predictions of Albert Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity, often discussed in media?(2018) a) 1 and 2 Only b) 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: D General relativity predicted that light is deflected by gravity which has been […]
In the Context of Emerging Communication Technologies, Which one of the following terms best applies to the above scenario?(2018)
When the alarm of your smartphone rings in the morning, you wake up and tap it to stop the alarm which causes your geyser to be switched on automatically. The smart mirror in your bathroom shows the day’s weather and also indicates the level of water in your overhead tank. After you take some groceries […]
In which of the following areas can GPS technology be used?
In which of the following areas can GPS technology be used? Select the correct answer using the code given below:(2018) a) 1 only b) 2 and 3 only c) 1 and 3 only d) 1, 2 and 3 Answer: DThe global positioning system (GPS) allows the accurate positioning of an object using satellite signals. There […]
Why Is A Plant Called Prosopis Juliflora Often Mentioned in News?
Why is a plant called Prosopis juliflora often mentioned in news?(2018) a) Its extract is widely used in cosmetics. b) It tends to reduce the biodiversity in the area in which it grows c) Its extract is used in the pesticides. d) None of the above Answer: BThe kikar or Prosopisjuliflora was brought to Delhi […]
“3D, Printing” Has Applications In Which The Following?
“3D, printing” has applications in which the following? Select the correct answer using the code given below:(2018) a) 1, 3 and 4 only b) 2, 3 and 5 only c) 1 and 4 only d) 1, 2 ,3 ,4 and 5 ANswer: DAll the above mentioned statements are application of 3d printing. 3D printing is […]
Which Of the above Spread Plant Diseases?
Consider the following: Which of the above spread plant diseases?(2018) a) 1 and 3 only b) 3 and 4 only c) 1, 2 and 4 only d) 1, 2, 3 and 4 Answer: D
With Reference To Bio-Toilets Used By The Indian Railways, Consider the Following Statements:
With reference to bio-toilets used by the Indian Railways, consider the following statements: 1. The decomposition of human waste in the bio-toilets is initiated by a fungal inoculum. 2. Ammonia and water vapour are the only end products in this decomposition which are released into the atmosphere. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?(2015) […]
H1N1 Virus Is Sometimes Mentioned in the News With Reference to Which One of the Following Diseases?
H1N1 virus is sometimes mentioned in the news with reference to which one of the following diseases?(2015) a) AIDS b) Bird flu c) Dengue d) swine flu Answer: D Influenza A (H1N1) virus is the most common cause of human influenza (flu). In June 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the new strain of […]
With Reference to ‘Fuel Cells’ in Which Hydrogen-Rich Fuel and Oxygen Are Used to Generate Electricity, consider the following statements :
With reference to ‘fuel cells’ in which hydrogen-rich fuel and oxygen are used to generate electricity, consider the following statements : 1. If pure hydrogen is used as a fuel, the fuel cell emits heat and water as by-products. 2. Fuel cells can be used for powering buildings and not for small devices like laptop […]