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Science & Technology MCQs - 2026-07-22

1.
Beyond traditional lithium-ion, which two advanced energy storage technologies are being actively researched and developed for applications ranging from electric vehicles to grid-scale long-duration storage, offering improved safety and efficiency?
A Alkaline batteries and Zinc-carbon batteries
B Solid-state batteries and Flow batteries
C Nickel-metal hydride and Silver-oxide batteries
D Dry cell batteries and Wet cell batteries
2.
Which emerging battery technology is gaining significant attention for its potential to offer a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to lithium-ion for grid-scale energy storage, particularly due to abundant raw materials?
A Nickel-cadmium batteries
B Lead-acid batteries
C Sodium-ion batteries
D Mercury-zinc batteries
3.
Why is the development of advanced sustainable energy storage technologies crucial for India's energy security and climate goals?
A To reduce reliance on fossil fuels and integrate renewable energy sources effectively
B To increase the export of crude oil to other nations
C To solely focus on nuclear power generation without other alternatives
D To decrease overall electricity consumption across all sectors
4.
Which of the following is NOT a primary thrust area identified under India's National Quantum Mission (NQM)?
A Quantum Computing
B Quantum Communication
C Quantum Biology for genetic engineering
D Quantum Sensing and Metrology
5.
What is the approximate financial outlay and duration approved for India's National Quantum Mission (NQM)?
A INR 2,000 crore over 5 years
B INR 6,000 crore over 8 years
C INR 10,000 crore over 10 years
D INR 3,500 crore over 7 years
6.
Which national initiative, launched by the Indian government, aims to propel India into a leading position in quantum technologies by developing quantum computers, quantum communication, and quantum sensing?
A National Quantum Mission (NQM)
B Digital India Quantum Program (DIQP)
C Atmanirbhar Quantum Initiative (AQI)
D Indian Quantum Leap Project (IQLP)
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