UPSC By Aptness.ai
All subjects

Science & Tech

Biology, IT, space, defence technology, biotechnology. Filter by topic or year.

31 questions

  • 2026 · Question 42 · Information Technology

    Which of the following statements with regard to Large Language Models (LLMs) used in machine learning is/are correct ? 1. LLMs assign probabilities to the next possible words and then pick the one with the highest probability. 2. LLMs process data through mathematical optimization to minimise prediction errors. 3. LLMs produce unbiased outputs. Select the answer using the code given below :

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2026 · Question 49 · Information Technology

    Which of the following statements with regard to the National Quantum Mission (NQM) is/are correct ? 1. It aims at developing intermediate-scale quantum computers with 50 – 1000 physical qubits. 2. Its implementation includes setting up of four Thematic Hubs (T-Hubs) in academic and national R&D institutes across India. Select the answer using the code given below :

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2026 · Question 79 · Information Technology

    Which of the following statements about DHRUV64 is/are correct ? 1. It is the third chip fabricated under the DIR-V Programme with an overall aim to enable the creation of microprocessors for India. 2. It is India's first homegrown 1·0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor. Select the answer using the code given below :

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2026 · Question 86 · Information Technology

    Which of the following statements regarding the features of blockchain technology are correct ? 1. Records stored in the database may be made visible to relevant stakeholders without risk of alteration. 2. Copies of the entire database are stored on multiple computers on a network, syncing within seconds. 3. Consortium blockchain is a blend of public and private blockchains allowing selective data access. 4. Mathematical algorithms make it impossible to change or delete any data once recorded and accepted. Select the answer using the code given below :

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2025 · Question 47 · Information Technology

    Consider the following statements : I. It is expected that Majorana 1 chip will enable quantum computing. II. Majorana 1 chip has been introduced by Amazon Web Services (AWS). III. Deep learning is a subset of machine learning. Which of the statements given above are correct?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2024 · Question 48 · Information Technology

    Which one of the following words/phrases is most appropriately used to denote “an interoperable network of 3D virtual worlds that can be accessed simultaneously by millions of users, who can exert property rights over virtual items” ?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2022 · Question 32 · Information Technology

    With reference to Web 3·0, consider the following statements : 1. Web 3·0 technology enables people to control their own data. 2. In Web 3·0 world, there can be blockchain based social networks. 3. Web 3·0 is operated by users collectively rather than a corporation. Which of the statements given above are correct ?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2022 · Question 33 · Information Technology

    With reference to “Software as a Service (SaaS)”, consider the following statements : 1. SaaS buyers can customise the user interface and can change data fields. 2. SaaS users can access their data through their mobile devices. 3. Outlook, Hotmail and Yahoo! Mail are forms of SaaS. Which of the statements given above are correct ?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2022 · Question 69 · Information Technology

    With reference to Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), consider the following statements : 1. They enable the digital representation of physical assets. 2. They are unique cryptographic tokens that exist on a blockchain. 3. They can be traded or exchanged at equivalency and therefore can be used as a medium of commercial transactions. Which of the statements given above are correct ?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2020 · Question 38 · Information Technology

    With the present state of development, Artificial Intelligence can effectively do which of the following ? 1. Bring down electricity consumption in industrial units 2. Create meaningful short stories and songs 3. Disease diagnosis 4. Text-to-Speech Conversion 5. Wireless transmission of electrical energy Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2020 · Question 39 · Information Technology

    With reference to Visible Light Communication (VLC) technology, which of the following statements are correct ? 1. VLC uses electromagnetic spectrum wavelengths 375 to 780 nm. 2. VLC is known as long-range optical wireless communication. 3. VLC can transmit large amounts of data faster than Bluetooth. 4. VLC has no electromagnetic interference. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2020 · Question 40 · Information Technology

    With reference to “Blockchain Technology”, consider the following statements : 1. It is a public ledger that everyone can inspect, but which no single user controls. 2. The structure and design of blockchain is such that all the data in it are about cryptocurrency only. 3. Applications that depend on basic features of blockchain can be developed without anybody’s permission. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2020 · Question 42 · Information Technology

    Consider the following activities : 1. Spraying pesticides on a crop field 2. Inspecting the craters of active volcanoes 3. Collecting breath samples from spouting whales for DNA analysis At the present level of technology, which of the above activities can be successfully carried out by using drones ?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2019 · Question 75 · Information Technology

    With reference to communication technologies, what is/are the difference/differences between LTE (Long-Term Evolution) and VoLTE (Voice over Long-Term Evolution)? 1. LTE is commonly marketed as 3G and VoLTE is commonly marketed as advanced 3G. 2. LTE is data-only technology and VoLTE is voice-only technology. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2019 · Question 91 · Information Technology

    In the context of digital technologies for entertainment, consider the following statements : 1. In Augmented Reality (AR), a simulated environment is created and the physical world is completely shut out. 2. In Virtual Reality (VR), images generated from a computer are projected onto real-life objects or surroundings. 3. AR allows individuals to be present in the world and improves the experience using the camera of smart-phone or PC. 4. VR closes the world, and transposes an individual, providing complete immersion experience. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2019 · Question 94 · Information Technology

    Consider the following statements : A digital signature is 1. an electronic record that identifies the certifying authority issuing it 2. used to serve as a proof of identity of an individual to access information or server on Internet 3. an electronic method of signing an electronic document and ensuring that the original content is unchanged Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2019 · Question 95 · Information Technology

    In the context of wearable technology, which of the following tasks is/are accomplished by wearable devices? 1. Location identification of a person 2. Sleep monitoring of a person 3. Assisting the hearing impaired person Select the correct answer using the code given below.

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2018 · Question 17 · Information Technology

    The identity platform ‘Aadhaar’ provides open “Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)”. What does it imply ? 1. It can be integrated into any electronic device. 2. Online authentication using iris is possible. Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2018 · Question 36 · Information Technology

    Which of the following is/are the aim/aims of “Digital India” Plan of the Government of India ? 1. Formation of India’s own Internet companies like China did. 2. Establish a policy framework to encourage overseas multinational corporations that collect Big Data to build their large data centres within our national geographical boundaries. 3. Connect many of our villages to the Internet and bring Wi-Fi to many of our schools, public places and major tourist centres. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2018 · Question 66 · Information Technology

    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 water tank. After you take some groceries from your refrigerator for making breakfast, it recognises the shortage of stock in it and places an order for the supply of fresh grocery items. When you step out of your house and lock the door, all lights, fans, geysers and AC machines get switched off automatically. On your way to office, your car warns you about traffic congestion ahead and suggests an alternative route, and if you are late for a meeting, it sends a message to your office accordingly. In the context of emerging communication technologies, which one of the following terms best applies to the above scenario ?

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2017 · Question 10 · Information 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 initiative to identify new digital technology innovations for solving the many problems faced by our country. 3. It is a programme aimed at making all the financial transactions in our country completely digital in a decade. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2016 · Question 5 · Information Technology

    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.

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)
  • 2016 · Question 84 · Information Technology

    Regarding ‘DigiLocker’, sometimes seen in the news, which of the following statements is/are correct? 1. It is a digital locker system offered by the Government under Digital India Programme. 2. It allows you to access your e-documents irrespective of your physical location. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

    Choose your answer
    Source: UPSC, Civil Services (Preliminary), General Studies Paper I (opens in a new tab)