Science & Tech MCQs: Agni-V, Gaganyaan, AI Cancer Diagnostics

1.

What is a significant potential benefit of using AI in early cancer detection?

A Increased cost of diagnostic procedures

B Reduced need for human radiologists

C Earlier diagnosis leading to better treatment outcomes

D Higher rates of false negatives

2.

Which of the following types of medical data is most likely to be used by an AI tool for early cancer detection?

A Patient demographic information

B Electronic health records (EHR) text

C Medical imaging (e.g., CT scans, MRIs, X-rays)

D Wearable device data (e.g., heart rate)

3.

What is the primary capability of the new AI tool discussed in relation to cancer detection?

A Developing new cancer drugs

B Predicting patient response to chemotherapy

C Early detection of cancerous cells from medical images

D Automating surgical procedures

4.

As of 2026, what is the current status of the Gaganyaan mission's crewed flights?

A All crewed flights have been successfully completed.

B The first crewed flight is scheduled for late 2026.

C Uncrewed test flights are ongoing, with crewed flights planned for 2027.

D The mission has been postponed indefinitely due to technical challenges.

5.

Which launch vehicle is being developed by ISRO for the Gaganyaan mission?

A PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle)

B GSLV Mk III (Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III)

C SSLV (Small Satellite Launch Vehicle)

D RLV-TD (Reusable Launch Vehicle - Technology Demonstrator)

6.

What is the primary objective of ISRO's Gaganyaan mission?

A To launch a new communication satellite

B To send Indian astronauts to space

C To conduct deep space exploration

D To test a new rocket propulsion system

7.

Which Indian defence organization is primarily responsible for the development and testing of missiles like Agni-V?

A Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

B Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

C Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)

D Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

8.

The Agni-V ballistic missile is a key component of India's nuclear triad. Which of the following is NOT a part of India's nuclear triad?

A Land-based ballistic missiles

B Submarine-launched ballistic missiles

C Air-launched cruise missiles

D Nuclear-powered submarines

9.

What is the approximate range of the Agni-V ballistic missile, successfully tested by India?

A Up to 3,000 km

B Up to 4,000 km

C Up to 5,000 km

D Up to 6,000 km

10.

Which of the following is NOT a component used to calculate the Manufacturing PMI?

A New Orders

B Output/Production

C Employment

D Stock Market Index

MCQs 2026