Science & Technology Current Affairs MCQs
1. Which virus has been recently found to trigger cancer?
[A] Epstein-Barr Virus
[B] Aichi Virus
[C] Chikungunya virus
[D] Human astrovirus
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Correct Answer: A [Epstein-Barr Virus]
Notes:
The Epstein–Barr virus is one of the nine known human herpesvirus types in the herpes family. A new study has found that this virus, which primarily spreads via saliva, can evolve into cancer.
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have discovered how the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) can exploit genomic weaknesses to trigger cancer, while also decreasing the body’s ability to suppress it.
2. ‘TeLEOS-2’ that was launched as the primary satellite of PSLV, belongs to which country?
[A] UAE
[B] Israel
[C] Singapore
[D] Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: C [Singapore]
Notes:
Singapore’s TeLEOS-2 was launched as the primary satellite of the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle C55 (PSLV-C55) mission.
It was developed under a partnership between DSTA (representing the government of Singapore) and ST Engineering.
3. ‘National Technology Centre for Ports, Waterways & Coasts’ was inaugurated in which city?
[A] Panjim
[B] Chennai
[C] Vishakhapatnam
[D] Gandhi Nagar
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Correct Answer: B [Chennai]
Notes:
The National Technology Centre for Ports Waterways and Coasts (NTCPWC) was inaugurated at the Discovery Campus of the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, by Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
The new research facility will serve as a knowledge centre for students, the industry and academicians.
4. Which institution developed the ‘StarBerrySense’ sensor?
[A] IIT Madras
[B] IISc Bengaluru
[C] IIA
[D] NIT Warangal
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Correct Answer: C [IIA]
Notes:
The StarBerrySense payload is a low-star sensor developed from off-the-shelf components by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics. It was successfully tested recently on board the PSLV C-55.
In its first space test, the sensor, which is mounted on the PSLV Orbital Experimental Module (POEM), is performing well, as per the Department of Space.
5. Centre for Innovation Incubation Research and Entrepreneurship (C-i2 RE) has been inaugurated in which state/UT?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Telangana
[C] Gujarat
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: B [Telangana]
Notes:
Centre for Innovation Incubation Research and Entrepreneurship (C-i2 RE) has been recently inaugurated in Telangana.
The main objective of the Innovation Centre is to face the latest Engineering, technological and entrepreneurship challenges in the 21st Century and to adopt advanced technologies.
6. Which country researchers created the first baby using ‘Mitochondrial Donation Treatment’?
[A] USA
[B] Australia
[C] UK
[D] France
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Correct Answer: C [UK]
Notes:
Using the process called mitochondrial donation treatment (MDT), the first baby was created using DNA of three people in the UK.
This process involves taking nucleus from one of the eggs of the mother and being implanted into the donor egg. While the donor egg’s nuclei are removed, its healthy mitochondrial DNA is retained.
7. ‘E-retrofitment’, which was seen in the news, is associated with which field?
[A] Culture
[B] Electric Mobility
[C] Finance
[D] Sports
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Correct Answer: B [Electric Mobility]
Notes:
E-retrofitment is the process of converting a conventional vehicle into an EV by replacing internal combustion engine with the electric powertrain.
It is expected play a major role in India’s transition to electric mobility. The Indian government has set an ambitious target of 30 per cent sales penetration of electric passenger cars by 2030.
8. ‘AT2021lwx’, which was seen in the news, is associated with which field?
[A] Computer Hardware
[B] Astronomy
[C] Finance
[D] Sports
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Correct Answer: B [Astronomy]
Notes:
AT2021lwx is the largest cosmic explosion to be ever observed. It was observed by a group of astronomers led by the University of Southampton.
The explosion is said to be ten times brighter than any known supernova, the explosions that occur as massive stars die.
9. Which institution developed the ‘non-aqueous all-organic redox flow battery’ (NORFB)?
[A] IISc Bengaluru
[B] IIT Madras
[C] IIT Delhi
[D] IIT Kanpur
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Correct Answer: B [IIT Madras]
Notes:
The ‘Non-aqueous all-organic redox flow battery’ (NORFB) was developed recently by scientists at IIT Madras. It is a flow battery that promises to provide better performance.
The Researchers have developed a new type of electrolyte using ‘pyrylium salts’, which are a class of organic chemicals. The battery has been demonstrated with an average coulombic efficiency of 97 per cent.
10. Which country has introduced a robot called ‘Kachaka’ with capacity to deliver items through voice commands?
[A] China
[B] Japan
[C] North Korea
[D] South Korea
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Correct Answer: B [Japan]
Notes:
A Tokyo-based startup Preferred Robotics has introduced a robot called Kachaka for home use. It has the capacity to deliver items through voice commands.
The robot’s AI technology enables it to analyse camera images, allowing it to detect and avoid obstacles. Kachaka has a maximum carrying capacity of 20 kg, including the attached table.
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