Science and Technology Current Affairs MCQs

1.

Who is the current Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology in 2026, under whose ministry the AI Safety and Ethical Framework was unveiled?

A Ashwini Vaishnaw

B Rajeev Chandrasekhar

C Jyotiraditya M. Scindia

D NEEDS_REVIEW

2.

The AI Safety and Ethical Framework released by MeitY in 2026 likely addresses several critical areas. Which of the following is a probable focus area for such a framework?

A Ensuring data privacy and security in AI systems

B Promoting the use of AI for illegal activities

C Reducing the computational power of AI

D Limiting AI to only academic research

3.

In 2026, India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) unveiled a new framework for AI safety and ethics. What is a key objective of this framework?

A To ban all AI research in India

B To promote responsible and trustworthy AI development and deployment

C To exclusively focus on military applications of AI

D To outsource all AI development to foreign companies

4.

Which ISRO center is primarily responsible for the development and testing of rocket propulsion systems, including those for the Gaganyaan mission?

A Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), Thiruvananthapuram

B Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota

C U. R. Rao Satellite Centre (URSC), Bengaluru

D Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC), Thiruvananthapuram

5.

The recent successful propulsion system test by ISRO for Gaganyaan is a significant step towards India's first human spaceflight mission. What is the primary objective of the Gaganyaan program?

A To launch an uncrewed lunar mission

B To demonstrate human spaceflight capability

C To deploy a new communication satellite

D To conduct deep space exploration

6.

In 2026, ISRO successfully conducted a crucial propulsion system test for its Gaganyaan mission. Which specific propulsion system was tested?

A Cryogenic Upper Stage Engine

B Liquid Apogee Motor (LAM)

C High-Thrust Vikas Engine

D Solid Rocket Booster (SRB)

Science & Technology MCQs - 2026-08-12