Science & Tech MCQs: ISRO, AI in Agriculture (May 2026)

1.

The 'Krishi AI Sahayak' initiative is expected to empower farmers by providing them with AI-driven insights. What kind of insights can these tools typically offer?

A Predictions on stock market trends for agricultural commodities

B Recommendations on optimal planting times, crop health monitoring, and pest detection

C Information on international trade policies affecting agriculture

D Guidance on setting up rural tourism businesses

2.

Which of the following is a key benefit of using AI in precision farming, as promoted by initiatives like 'Krishi AI Sahayak'?

A Reduced need for soil testing

B Optimized use of water, fertilizers, and pesticides

C Elimination of manual labor in farming

D Guaranteed crop yield irrespective of weather conditions

3.

What is the primary objective of the 'Krishi AI Sahayak' initiative launched in India?

A To provide financial aid to farmers for purchasing AI technology

B To develop AI-powered tools and platforms for precision farming

C To regulate the use of artificial intelligence in agriculture

D To create a national database of agricultural land using AI

4.

Which Indian space agency is responsible for the development and launch of the NavIC system and its satellites like NVS-03?

A Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

B Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

C Atomic Energy Commission of India (AEC)

D Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)

5.

NVS-03 is the second satellite in the second generation of NavIC satellites. What is a key advancement expected from these second-generation satellites compared to the first generation?

A Increased power generation capacity and longer mission life

B Ability to communicate with Mars rovers

C Enhanced search and rescue capabilities

D Both A and C

6.

What is the primary purpose of the NavIC (Navigation with Indian Constellation) system, for which NVS-03 is an advanced satellite?

A Global satellite internet access

B Indigenous navigation and positioning services for India

C Earth observation and weather forecasting

D Deep space communication

Science & Technology MCQs - 2026-05-23