Which Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) mission successfully deployed India's first private space station module in 2024?
AGaganyaan-1
BChandrayaan-3
CBharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) Initiative
DAditya-L1
Correct Answer:
C. Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) Initiative
EXPLANATION
India announced plans for its own space station through the Bharatiya Antariksh Station initiative in 2024, moving towards establishing an indigenous orbital platform.
Which Indian city announced the implementation of a cashless public transport system in 2024?
AMumbai
BBangalore
CDelhi
DHyderabad
Correct Answer:
C. Delhi
EXPLANATION
Delhi announced comprehensive cashless public transport initiatives, integrating UPI, RFID, and digital wallet systems across buses, metro, and auto-rickshaws.
How many Indian startups achieved unicorn status in 2024?
A2
B4
C6
D8
Correct Answer:
C. 6
EXPLANATION
Approximately 6 Indian startups achieved unicorn status in 2024, bringing the total to over 70 unicorns, reflecting a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Which Indian research institution made breakthrough achievements in quantum computing in 2024?
AIIT Bombay and IIT Delhi joint initiative
BTIFR Mumbai
CIndian Institute of Science, Bangalore
DAll of the above contributed
Correct Answer:
D. All of the above contributed
EXPLANATION
Multiple Indian research institutions collaborated on quantum computing research, with significant progress in quantum hardware development and algorithms during 2024.
Which new bilateral defense agreement did India sign with France in 2024?
AJoint submarine development program
BEnhanced defense technology partnership
CExpanded maritime surveillance cooperation
DAll of the above
Correct Answer:
D. All of the above
EXPLANATION
India and France strengthened their defense partnership through multiple initiatives including joint manufacturing projects, maritime cooperation, and technology sharing.