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MCQs - 2026-05

211.
The AI platform for drug discovery is expected to contribute to which of the following areas?
A Development of new agricultural pesticides
B Creation of advanced materials for construction
C Faster development of treatments for diseases
D Improvement in renewable energy technologies
212.
Which of the following is a key benefit of using AI in drug discovery as highlighted by the development of this platform?
A Increased cost of research and development
B Reduced time and resources required for early-stage research
C Elimination of the need for laboratory experiments
D Guaranteed success rate for all drug candidates
213.
What is the primary function of the newly unveiled AI platform developed by Indian researchers for drug discovery?
A To manufacture drugs on a large scale
B To accelerate the process of identifying and designing potential drug candidates
C To conduct clinical trials for existing drugs
D To analyze the side effects of newly approved drugs
214.
Which organization is responsible for the development and launch of the NavIC satellite system, including NVS-03?
A Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
B Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
C Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)
D Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
215.
NVS-03 is the second satellite in the NavIC series. What is the significance of the 'NVS' series compared to the earlier 'IRNSS' series?
A NVS series satellites are larger and have more advanced payloads.
B NVS series are solely for military use, while IRNSS was for civilian use.
C NVS series are designed to replace the older IRNSS satellites and offer enhanced features.
D NVS series are experimental and will not be part of the operational NavIC system.
216.
What is the primary purpose of the NavIC satellite constellation, to which NVS-03 belongs?
A Earth observation and weather forecasting
B Navigation, positioning, and timing services
C Communication and broadcasting services
D Space exploration and astronomical research
217.
A cautious monetary stance by the RBI might lead to which of the following outcomes in the short term?
A Increased borrowing by businesses and individuals.
B Lower interest rates on loans.
C Slower economic growth due to higher borrowing costs.
D Higher inflation.
218.
Which of the following is a primary tool used by the RBI to manage monetary policy and maintain its stance?
A Fiscal Deficit Management
B Repo Rate and Reverse Repo Rate
C Government Spending
D Exchange Rate Intervention
219.
What does it imply when the RBI maintains a 'cautious' monetary stance?
A The RBI is likely to aggressively cut interest rates.
B The RBI is prioritizing price stability and managing inflation risks.
C The RBI is signaling a strong expansionary monetary policy.
D The RBI is focused solely on boosting economic growth.
220.
A sustained decrease in retail inflation to a 12-month low is generally considered beneficial for which of the following?
A Exporters
B Importers
C Consumers
D Government Debt Holders