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Question #401
Which vehicle launched Mangalyaan?
A. PSLV-C25
B. SLV-3
C. LVM3
D. GSLV
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
PSLV-C25 successfully launched Mangalyaan.
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Question #402
What is 'Quantum Computing' based on?
A. Quantum mechanics
B. Classical physics
C. Thermodynamics
D. Newtonian mechanics
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It uses quantum bits (qubits) for computation.
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Question #403
The first successful heart transplant was done by:
A. Christiaan Barnard
B. Jonas Salk
C. Edward Jenner
D. Alexander Fleming
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Christiaan Barnard performed the first human heart transplant.
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Question #404
What is the full form of PDF?
A. Portable Document Format
B. Portable Data File
C. Permanent Document Format
D. Personal Document File
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
PDF is a file format used for documents.
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Question #405
India's first manned space mission is expected around:
A. 2022
B. 2019
C. 2025-2026
D. 2030
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Gaganyaan is targeted for 2025-2026.
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Question #406
Which of the following is a search engine?
A. Android
B. Windows
C. Google
D. iOS
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Google is the most popular search engine.
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Question #407
What is the main application of nanotechnology?
A. Materials at nanoscale
B. Space rockets
C. Weather control
D. Large scale construction
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Nanotechnology manipulates matter at atomic scale.
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Question #408
The first astronaut from India was:
A. Yuri Gagarin
B. Kalpana Chawla
C. Rakesh Sharma
D. Sunita Williams
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Rakesh Sharma was the first Indian in space.
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Question #409
What does 'Cyber' refer to in technology?
A. Biotechnology
B. Nuclear energy
C. Space travel
D. Computer networks and internet
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Cyber relates to digital systems and security.
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Question #410
Which mission is related to Venus?
A. Shukrayaan
B. Chandrayaan
C. Mangalyaan
D. Aditya-L1
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Shukrayaan is India's planned Venus mission.
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Question #411
The inventor of the electric bulb is:
A. James Watt
B. Alexander Graham Bell
C. Thomas Edison
D. Nikola Tesla
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Thomas Edison developed the practical electric bulb.
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Question #412
What is the use of 'Augmented Reality'?
A. Only gaming
B. Weather mapping
C. Complete virtual world
D. Overlay digital content on real world
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
AR enhances real-world experience.
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Question #413
India's first communication satellite was:
A. EDUSAT
B. APPLE
C. INSAT-1A
D. Aryabhata
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
APPLE was India's first experimental communication satellite.
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Question #414
The National Quantum Mission was launched by:
A. ICAR
B. ISRO
C. Government of India
D. DRDO
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It aims to boost quantum technology research.
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Question #415
Which launch site is used by ISRO for most launches?
A. Ahmedabad
B. Bengaluru
C. Sriharikota
D. Thiruvananthapuram
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota is the main launch site.
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Question #416
What is the full form of ATM?
A. Automatic Teller Module
B. Automatic Transfer Machine
C. Automated Transfer Module
D. Automated Teller Machine
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
ATM is used for banking transactions.
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Question #417
India's first dedicated military satellite is:
A. RISAT
B. GSAT-7
C. INSAT
D. Cartosat
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
GSAT-7 (Rukmini) is for Indian Navy communication.
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Question #418
The first programmable digital computer was:
A. ENIAC
B. Z3
C. Colossus
D. Analytical Engine
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Z3 by Konrad Zuse was the first programmable computer.
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Question #419
What is the primary goal of Gaganyaan?
A. Send humans to space
B. Land on Moon
C. Reach Mars
D. Study Sun
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It is India's human spaceflight programme.
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Question #420
Which scientist is known for the discovery of penicillin?
A. Louis Pasteur
B. Robert Koch
C. Alexander Fleming
D. Edward Jenner
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin.
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