2017
Science & Technology
Subject Collection
UPSC Prelims 2017 Science & Technology
Science & Technology PYQs for UPSC Prelims 2017.
2017
Science & Technology
With reference to agriculture in India, how can the technique of ‘genome sequencing’, often seen in the news, be used in the immediate future? 1. Genome sequencing can be used to identify genetic markers for disease...
2017
Science & Technology
What is the purpose of ‘evolved Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (eLISA)’ project?
2017
Science & Technology
It is possible to produce algae-based biofuels, but what is/are the likely limitation(s) of developing countries in promoting this industry? 1. Production of algae-based biofuels is possible in seas only and not on c...
2017
Science & Technology
Consider the following pairs: Commonly used/consumed materials and Unwanted or controversial chemicals likely to be found in them 1. Lipstick: Lead 2. Soft drinks: Brominated vegetable oils 3. Chinese fast food: M...
2017
Science & Technology
Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) are used to create the digital display in many devices. What are the advantages of OLED displays over Liquid Crystal displays? 1. OLED displays can be fabricated on flexible pla...
2017
Science & Technology
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding Smart India Hackathon 2017? 1. It is a centrally sponsored scheme for developing every city of our country into Smart Cities in a decade. 2. It is an initiat...
2017
Science & Technology
In India, it is legally mandatory for which of the following to report on cybersecurity incidents? 1. Service providers 2. Data centres 3. Body corporate Select the correct answer using the code given below:
2017
Science & Technology
Consider the following statements: 1. In tropical regions, Zika virus disease is transmitted by the same mosquito that transmits dengue. 2. Sexual transmission of Zika virus disease is possible. Which of the stat...
2017
Science & Technology