Civil Services Exam: Model Paper 1 – Science & Tech.

Question 51: Consider the following statements regarding bio-stimulants:
1. Bio-stimulants function to stimulate plant processes without directly providing nutrients, enhancing plant growth and development.
2. Bio-stimulants are distinct from pesticides or plant growth regulators, which are regulated under the Insecticides Act, 1968.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 52: Consider the following statements regarding the functions performed by the brain ventricles:
1. Brain ventricles are indeed cavities within the brain that produce and store Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF), which provides cushioning and support to the brain.
2. Brain ventricles do not directly remove waste or deliver nutrients to the brain. Instead, they primarily facilitate the circulation and distribution of CSF throughout the brain.
3. The ventricles play a role in maintaining the appropriate pressure within the brain by regulating the flow and absorption of CSF.
How many statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None

Question 53: Consider the following statements:
1. New Space India Ltd (NSIL), the commercial entity of ISRO, falls under the administrative purview of the Department of Space.
2. NSIL has its headquarters located in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 54: Consider the following statements regarding the Aditya L1 Mission:
1. It marks India’s inaugural space-based mission aimed at studying the Sun.
2. The mission will focus on observing the photosphere and chromosphere, which constitute the outer layers of the Sun.
3. The Solar Ultraviolet Imaging Telescope (SUIT) is a collaborative venture between ISRO and the Brazilian Space Agency, slated for integration into the Aditya L1 mission.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None of the above

Question 55: Consider the following statements regarding mRNA vaccines:
1. mRNA vaccines utilize a copy of messenger RNA (mRNA) to stimulate an immune response.
2. They do not involve introducing a harmless piece of a bacteria or virus into the body to trigger an immune response.
3. mRNA vaccines typically require ultracold storage before distribution.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None

Question 56: Consider the following statements:
1. Leptospirosis is a disease caused by bacteria that are commonly found in the urine of infected animals.
2. Symptoms of leptospirosis may include headaches, muscle pains, fevers, and in severe cases, bleeding in the lungs or meningitis.
3. Leptospirosis typically does not spread directly from human to human.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None

Question 57: With reference to Phonons, recently in the news, consider the following statements:
1. Phonons represent packets of vibrational energy and are akin to the quantum equivalent of sound waves.
2. Similar to photons, phonons have the potential to function as units of information in quantum computing, known as qubits.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 58: Consider the following government initiatives:
1. Manas Mobile App
2. Manodarpan Initiative
3. Kiran Helpline
How many of them are aimed at addressing Mental Health?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None

Question 59: Consider the following statements regarding the “Licensing Framework and Regulatory Mechanism for Submarine Cable Landing in India”:
1. The “Licensing Framework and Regulatory Mechanism for Submarine Cable Landing in India” has been released by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), not the Inland Waterways Authority of India.
2. Cable Landing Station (CLS) ‘point of presence’ is required to facilitate lawful interception and adhere to the prescribed security protocols.
3. The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has recommended the incorporation of provisions related to “Submarine cable” and “Cable Landing Station” in the Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022.
How many of the statements above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None

Question 60: Consider the following statements:
1. The F414 engine features a dual-channel full authority digital engine control (FADEC) system.
2. The India-specific variant of the engine, named F414-INS6, has been chosen by the DRDO for integration into the LCA Tejas Mk2.
3. LCA Tejas Mk2 is equipped with the capability to simultaneously carry eight Beyond-Visual-Range (BVR) missiles.
How many of the statements above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only Two
(c) All Three
(d) None

Question 61: Consider the following statements:
1. Seaweeds are macroalgae that typically grow attached to rocks or other substrates and are commonly found in coastal areas.
2. They have the potential to be utilized in the development of supercapacitors, a type of energy storage device.
3. Seaweeds play a beneficial role in controlling algal blooming, thereby contributing to the ecological balance of marine ecosystems.
How many of the statements above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only Two
(c) All Three
(d) None

Question 62: Consider the following statements regarding Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia (CML):
1. Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia (CML) is marked by the uncontrolled proliferation of abnormal white blood cells, specifically myeloid cells.
2. While CML is frequently diagnosed in its early stages, it can progress rapidly, posing challenges in its management.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 63: Consider the following statements:
1. Titanium exhibits strength comparable to steel while being lighter in weight than steel.
2. In contrast to titanium, a carbon-fibre composite is significantly stiffer and lacks the same elasticity.
Which one of the following statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 64: With reference to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), consider the following statements:
1. It is an intergovernmental organization aimed at facilitating the peaceful utilization of nuclear energy while preventing its diversion towards military applications, including nuclear weapons.
2. It reports to the United Nations General Assembly but not to the UN Security Council.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Question 65: With reference to the Artemis Accords, consider the following statements:
1. India is not among the founding members of the Artemis Accords.
2. The Artemis Accords are built upon the principles of the Outer Space Treaty of 1967.
3. Artemis-III is expected to represent a significant advancement in human space exploration as astronauts are planned to return to the Moon.
How many statements above are correct?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) All three
(d) None