UPSC Prelims 2017 · GS Paper I
Science questions from UPSC 2017
Review every Science question in the 2017 paper with its answer and study explanation, then launch the same set under timed exam conditions.
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All 2017 Science questions
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Question 1 · Physics & Cosmology
The terms 'Event Horizon', 'Singularity', 'String Theory' and 'Standard Model' are sometimes seen in the news in the context of
Question 2 · Cyber Security & IT Law
In India, it is legally mandatory for which of the following to report on cyber security incidents? 1. Service providers 2. Data centres 3. Body corporate Select the correct answer using the...
Question 3 · Space Technology & Astronomy
What is the purpose of 'evolved Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (eLISA)' project?
Question 4 · Biotechnology
What is the application of Somatic Cell Nuclear Transfer Technology?
Question 5 · Health & Diseases
Consider the following statements: 1. In tropical regions, Zika virus disease is transmitted by the same mosquito that transmits dengue. 2. Sexual transmission of Zika virus disease is possi...
Question 6 · Biotechnology
With reference to agriculture in India, how can the technique of 'genome sequencing', often seen in the news, be used in the immediate future? 1. Genome sequencing can be used to identify ge...
Question 7 · Public Health & Food Safety
Consider the following pairs: Commonly used / consumed materials : Unwanted or controversial chemicals likely to be found in them 1. Lipstick : Lead 2. Soft drinks : Brominated vegetable oil...
Question 8 · Information Technology
Organic Light Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) are used to create digital display in many devices. What are the advantages of OLED displays over Liquid Crystal displays? 1. OLED displays can be fabri...