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Science & Technology Current Affairs — 50 MCQs

50 unique single-answer MCQs on recent Indian science, technology, space, defence technology, quantum technology and innovation developments.

25 Questions
25 min Duration
65% To pass
1.00 Marks / correct

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  • This quiz has 25 questions.
  • Questions are picked at random from a bank of 50, so each attempt is different.
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  1. Question 1

    Which organisation successfully completed military field trials of a scalable fibre-based Quantum Key Distribution system in July 2026?

    • DRDO Correct answer
    • ISRO
    • CSIR
    • MeitY
    Explanation: DRDO reported successful military field trials of a scalable and practically secure fibre-based Quantum Key Distribution system.
  2. Question 2

    What does QKD stand for in DRDO's July 2026 technology update?

    • Quantum Key Distribution Correct answer
    • Quantum Knowledge Development
    • Quick Key Detection
    • Quantum Kinetic Defence
    Explanation: QKD stands for Quantum Key Distribution, a technology for secure key exchange.
  3. Question 3

    What type of communication technology did DRDO field-test using quantum methods in July 2026?

    • Secure key distribution over optical fibre Correct answer
    • Satellite television
    • 5G voice communication
    • Underwater acoustic communication
    Explanation: The reported trial demonstrated quantum-secure key distribution over a fibre-based network.
  4. Question 4

    Which DRDO technology was highlighted as a way to future-proof strategic communication networks?

    • Quantum Key Distribution Correct answer
    • Conventional radio broadcasting
    • Mechanical encryption
    • Optical television
    Explanation: DRDO highlighted QKD as a technology for strengthening strategic communication networks.
  5. Question 5

    Which organisation inaugurated the NETRA-2026 national seminar in August 2026?

    • DRDO Correct answer
    • ISRO
    • CSIR
    • DST
    Explanation: DRDO inaugurated the NETRA-2026 national seminar, focusing on electronic warfare.
  6. Question 6

    What technology domain was the central focus of DRDO's NETRA-2026 seminar?

    • Electronic warfare Correct answer
    • Biotechnology
    • Agricultural robotics
    • Deep-sea mining
    Explanation: NETRA-2026 focused on electronic warfare and control of the electromagnetic spectrum.
  7. Question 7

    Which technology areas were reported as part of the Indian Army's 2026 technology transformation?

    • 6G, quantum technology and AI-driven cloud systems Correct answer
    • Hydrogen aviation only
    • Nuclear fusion only
    • 3D printing of food
    Explanation: The Indian Army's modernisation efforts include 6G, quantum technologies and AI-driven cloud systems.
  8. Question 8

    What did the Indian Army designate 2026 as?

    • Year of Networking and Data Centricity Correct answer
    • Year of Space Tourism
    • Year of Autonomous Tanks
    • Year of Nuclear Fusion
    Explanation: The Army designated 2026 as the Year of Networking and Data Centricity.
  9. Question 9

    How many technology clusters were identified in the Indian Army's technology transformation mentioned in August 2026?

    • 16 Correct answer
    • 10
    • 12
    • 20
    Explanation: The report stated that 16 specialised technology clusters had been identified.
  10. Question 10

    Approximately how many capability projects were the Indian Army reported to be pursuing in its technology transformation?

    • More than 300 Correct answer
    • About 50
    • Exactly 100
    • About 1,000
    Explanation: The report said the Army was engaged in more than 300 capability projects.
  11. Question 11

    Which US agency invited ISRO to join its Moon Base programme in August 2026?

    • NASA Correct answer
    • NOAA
    • DARPA
    • FAA
    Explanation: NASA extended the invitation to ISRO to participate in its Moon Base programme.
  12. Question 12

    The NASA invitation to ISRO's Moon Base programme was linked with which broader international framework?

    • Artemis Accords Correct answer
    • Paris Agreement
    • Geneva Convention
    • Montreal Protocol
    Explanation: The reported invitation was made in the context of the Artemis Accords and expanding lunar cooperation.

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