In 2026, ISRO successfully conducted a propulsion test for its Gaganyaan mission. Which specific engine/system was primarily tested in this recent successful test?
A Cryogenic Upper Stage Engine
B Liquid Apogee Motor (LAM)
C Service Module Propulsion System (SMPS)
D Solid Rocket Booster (SRB)
Answer: C
The recent successful propulsion test by ISRO for Gaganyaan in 2026 focused on the Service Module Propulsion System (SMPS), which is crucial for orbital maneuvers and de-orbiting the crew module.
172.
Despite the promise of AI in early cancer detection, what is a significant ethical and practical challenge that needs to be addressed for its widespread implementation?
A Lack of sufficient computing power globally
B High cost of electricity to run AI systems
C Data privacy, security, and algorithmic bias concerns
D Over-reliance on human intuition in diagnosis
Answer: C
Handling sensitive patient data, ensuring robust data privacy and security, and mitigating algorithmic bias (where AI might perform differently across diverse patient populations) are critical ethical and practical challenges for the widespread and equitable adoption of AI in healthcare.
173.
AI tools for cancer detection primarily leverage which type of data for their analysis and learning?
A Global financial market data
B Satellite imagery and geographical information
C Medical imaging (e.g., X-rays, MRI, CT scans) and pathology slides
D Social media trends and public opinion polls
Answer: C
AI in cancer detection heavily relies on analyzing large datasets of medical images (such as X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, mammograms) and digital pathology slides to identify patterns, anomalies, and markers associated with cancerous cells or tumors.
174.
What is a primary advantage of using AI tools in early cancer detection compared to traditional methods?
A Eliminates the need for any human medical supervision
B Significantly improves the speed and accuracy of analyzing medical images
C Replaces all forms of invasive diagnostic procedures
D Guarantees a 100% cure rate for all detected cancers
Answer: B
AI tools can process and analyze vast amounts of medical imaging data (like mammograms, CT scans, MRIs) much faster and often with higher precision than human radiologists alone, leading to earlier and more accurate detection of subtle cancerous signs.
175.
As part of the Gaganyaan mission preparations, Indian astronaut candidates (Gaganauts) have undergone specialized training. Which country has been a key international partner in providing initial astronaut training?
A United States of America
B Russia
C France
D Japan
Answer: B
Russia, through its state space corporation Roscosmos, has been a key international partner in providing initial training to the Indian astronaut candidates for the Gaganyaan mission, focusing on various aspects of spaceflight.
176.
Which launch vehicle is designated to carry the crew module for ISRO's Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission?
A Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)
B Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark-III (GSLV Mk-III / LVM3)
C Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)
D Sounding Rocket (RH-200)
Answer: B
The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark-III (GSLV Mk-III), now officially known as LVM3, is ISRO's heaviest operational launch vehicle and has been chosen for the Gaganyaan mission due to its payload capacity and reliability.
177.
What is the primary objective of ISRO's Gaganyaan mission, for which it is gearing up for the human spaceflight phase?
A To establish a permanent space station in Low Earth Orbit
B To send a crewed mission to the Moon
C To demonstrate India's human spaceflight capability to Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
D To launch a new series of communication satellites
Answer: C
The Gaganyaan mission aims to demonstrate India's capability to send humans to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) on an Indian launch vehicle and bring them back safely to Earth, marking a significant milestone in India's space program.
178.
Agni-V is a three-stage solid-fueled missile. What is a key characteristic that distinguishes it from shorter-range ballistic missiles?
A Its ability to be launched from a submarine
B Its capability to carry multiple warheads (MIRV)
C Its road-mobile canister launch system
D Its use of liquid fuel for all stages
Answer: C
A key characteristic of Agni-V is its road-mobile canister launch system, which enhances its operational flexibility, survivability, and readiness by allowing it to be launched from various locations.
179.
Which Indian organization is primarily responsible for the design, development, and production of the Agni series of missiles, including Agni-V?
A Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
B Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
C Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
D Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
Answer: B
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is the premier agency responsible for the research, development, and testing of various missile systems for the Indian armed forces, including the Agni series.
180.
What is the approximate operational range of the Agni-V ballistic missile, making it an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM)?
A 1,000 - 2,000 km
B 3,000 - 4,000 km
C 5,000 - 8,000 km
D Above 10,000 km
Answer: C
The Agni-V is an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) with an operational range estimated to be between 5,000 to 8,000 km, capable of reaching targets across Asia and parts of Europe and Africa.
