MCQs 2026

The 'Pralay' missile is designed to have a strike range of 150 to 500 kilometers, making it a potent tactical weapon.

'Pralay' is an indigenously developed tactical ballistic missile by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

The main objective of 'Varuna' is to enhance interoperability between the two navies, share best practices, and strengthen their ability to operate together in the maritime domain.

'Varuna' is specifically a joint naval exercise, focusing on maritime operations, anti-submarine warfare, and air defense.

The 'Varuna' naval exercise is a significant bilateral exercise conducted annually between the Indian Navy and the French Navy, aimed at enhancing interoperability and maritime cooperation.

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai, is the lead institution in developing the indigenous 50-qubit quantum processor.

The first indigenous quantum processor in India is based on superconducting qubit technology, which requires extremely low temperatures to operate.

The development of the 50-qubit quantum processor is a key milestone under the National Quantum Mission (NQM) launched by the Government of India.

The mission aims to study the Venusian atmosphere, surface geology, and the interaction of the planet with the solar wind.

ISRO plans to use the LVM3, its most powerful rocket, to launch the Shukrayaan-1 mission due to the heavy payload requirements for interplanetary travel.