MCQs - 2026-09

Testing a new anti-ship missile system directly enhances India's naval offensive and defensive capabilities, crucial for maritime security and power projection.

The primary role of an anti-ship missile system is to engage and neutralize enemy surface ships, thereby projecting naval power and defending maritime assets.

Advanced drones offer significant operational advantages such as reduced costs compared to manned aircraft and faster deployment capabilities, allowing for more persistent and efficient maritime surveillance in 2026.

The primary objective of enhancing maritime surveillance with advanced drones by the Indian Navy in 2026 is to improve the monitoring of its vast Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and the surrounding waters for security and economic interests.

Reports in 2026 indicate the Indian Navy is focusing on indigenous Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) drones to bolster maritime surveillance, emphasizing their extended operational range and ability to carry advanced sensor payloads.

QKD uses the principles of quantum mechanics to secure data transmission, ensuring that any eavesdropping attempt is detected immediately.

The policy focuses on four thematic hubs: Quantum Computing, Quantum Communication, Quantum Sensing and Metrology, and Quantum Materials and Devices.

The National Quantum Mission aims to scale up quantum computing capabilities, with a roadmap targeting the development of intermediate-scale quantum computers.

Digital Twins of patients are being used to simulate how a specific individual will react to a drug, allowing for precise dosage adjustments.

Federated learning enables AI models to learn from data stored across multiple hospitals without the data ever leaving the local servers, ensuring privacy.