Science and Technology Current Affairs MCQs

1.

India's National Quantum Mission aims to achieve significant advancements in quantum computing. What is one of the potential applications of quantum computing that this mission seeks to explore?

A Developing more efficient classical algorithms.

B Drug discovery and materials science.

C Improving traditional data encryption methods.

D Enhancing the performance of current smartphones.

2.

Which of the following is a key challenge in building a functional quantum computer?

A Maintaining the stability of qubits (decoherence).

B Reducing the speed of quantum operations.

C Increasing the number of classical bits.

D Simplifying the quantum algorithms.

3.

What is a 'qubit', the fundamental unit of quantum computing?

A A classical bit that can store only 0 or 1.

B A unit that can represent 0, 1, or a superposition of both.

C A type of processor used in classical computers.

D A measure of data storage capacity in quantum memory.

4.

The recent test flight of ISRO's next-gen reusable launch vehicle aimed to demonstrate which key capability?

A Orbital maneuvering capabilities.

B Atmospheric re-entry and autonomous landing.

C Deep space communication.

D Cryogenic engine ignition in vacuum.

5.

Which ISRO program is associated with the development of reusable launch vehicle technology?

A Chandrayaan Mission

B Mangalyaan Mission

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

D Gaganyaan Mission

6.

ISRO recently conducted a test flight of its next-generation reusable launch vehicle. What is the primary objective of developing such a vehicle?

A To increase the payload capacity significantly.

B To reduce the cost of space launches by reusing components.

C To enable faster interplanetary travel.

D To launch satellites into geostationary orbit more efficiently.

Science & Technology MCQs - 2026-06-17