The 'Turing Award' is given for excellence in which field? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Turing Award' is given for excellence in which field?
A. Physics
B. Engineering
C. Computer Science
D. Mathematics
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Turing Award is the highest honour in computer science, often called the 'Nobel Prize of Computing'. It is given by the Association for Computing Machinery.

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Question #1
The 'Aga Khan Award for Architecture' focuses on:
A. None of these
B. Modernist architecture
C. Global green architecture
D. Architecture that addresses the needs of Muslim societies

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Aga Khan Award for Architecture identifies and encourages building concepts that successfully address the needs and aspirations of Muslim societies.

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Question #2
The 'Vishisht Seva Medal' is a peacetime service medal. It is second to Param Vishisht Seva Medal. True?
A. It is for distinguished service
B. It is for gallantry
C. False
D. True

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Yes, Vishisht Seva Medal is the second level of service medals.

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Question #3
Which of the following awards is given for contributions to literature by the Sahitya Akademi?
A. Jnanpith Award
B. Bharatiya Jnanpith
C. Saraswati Samman
D. Sahitya Akademi Award

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Sahitya Akademi Award is given annually by the Sahitya Akademi to the most outstanding books of literary merit in Indian languages. Jnanpith is a separate award.

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