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Which platform enables citizens to participate in governance by sharing ideas and giving feedback to the government?
- DigiLocker
- MyGov
- UMANG
- e-Taal
Answer: MyGov
MyGov is a citizen engagement platform launched under Digital India that allows Indians to participate in policy discussions, submit ideas, vote on proposals, and provide feedback on government initiatives. It fosters collaborative governance and transparent decision-making.
The maximum transaction limit for UPI payments as per RBI guidelines (2026) is ₹________ for most categories.
- 8000
- 7
- 26.5-40
- 1,00,000
Answer: 1,00,000
As of 2026, the standard UPI transaction limit is ₹1 lakh per transaction for most categories. Some categories like capital market, insurance, and mutual funds have higher limits (₹2-5 lakh). Limits may vary by bank and user risk profile. Always check latest RBI notifications for updates.
Linux is a proprietary operating system developed by Microsoft.
- True
- False
Answer: False
Linux is a free and open-source operating system kernel created by Linus Torvalds in 1991. It is not developed by Microsoft. Linux distributions (Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian) are widely used in servers, embedded systems, and increasingly in desktops. Microsoft develops Windows, a proprietary OS.
Cloud certifications like AWS Solutions Architect validate expertise in designing cloud infrastructure.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Cloud certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP) validate skills in architecture, security, and operations. Valued by employers for cloud roles. India has growing demand for certified professionals. Critical for career development questions.
Which of the following is NOT a feature of UPI?
- 24x7 availability
- Single click two-factor authentication
- Virtual payment address
- Mandatory physical card
Answer: Mandatory physical card
UPI does NOT require a physical card. It uses virtual payment addresses linked to bank accounts. Key features include 24x7 availability, single-click two-factor authentication, instant fund transfer, and support for multiple banks in one app.
The full form of 'USB' commonly used for connecting peripherals is ________.
- Wide Area Network
- Universal Serial Bus
- Binary Digit
- Random Access Memory
Answer: Universal Serial Bus
USB (Universal Serial Bus) is an industry standard for cables, connectors, and protocols for connection, communication, and power supply between computers and peripheral devices. USB-C is the latest reversible connector standard.
Common Service Centres (CSCs) are access points for delivery of essential public utility services in rural India.
- True
- False
Answer: True
CSCs are village-level access points under Digital India that enable delivery of government services, banking, insurance, education, healthcare, and entertainment to rural citizens. They are operated by Village Level Entrepreneurs (VLEs).
Which device connects multiple computers in a local network and forwards data to specific destinations?
- Hub
- Switch
- Modem
- Repeater
Answer: Switch
Switch is a networking device that connects devices within a LAN and uses MAC addresses to forward data frames only to the intended recipient port. Unlike hubs that broadcast to all ports, switches improve network efficiency and security.
What does 'SMS' stand for in mobile communication?
- Simple Message Service
- Short Message Service
- Secure Messaging System
- Standard Mobile Signal
Answer: Short Message Service
SMS (Short Message Service) is a text messaging service component of most telephone, internet, and mobile device systems. It uses standardized communication protocols to exchange short text messages (up to 160 characters) between devices.
RuPay is a domestic card payment network developed by NPCI in India.
- True
- False
Answer: True
RuPay is India's indigenous card payment scheme developed by NPCI. It offers lower transaction costs, promotes financial inclusion, and is accepted at millions of ATMs and PoS terminals across India. RuPay cards are issued by most Indian banks.
The brain of the computer that executes instructions is called ________.
- DID
- CPU
- L
- IP
Answer: CPU
CPU (Central Processing Unit) is the primary component that executes program instructions, performs calculations, and controls other computer parts. Modern CPUs contain multiple cores for parallel processing and cache memory for faster data access.
Which initiative aims to provide high-speed internet connectivity to all gram panchayats in India?
- PM-WANI
- BharatNet
- Digital Saksharta Abhiyan
- e-Kranti
Answer: BharatNet
BharatNet (formerly National Optical Fibre Network) aims to connect all 2.5 lakh gram panchayats with high-speed optical fiber. It is one of the world's largest rural connectivity projects, enabling delivery of e-governance, education, and healthcare services.
An operating system is an example of application software.
- True
- False
Answer: False
Operating System (like Windows, Linux, Android) is system software that manages hardware resources and provides services for application software. Application software (like MS Word, Chrome) runs on top of the OS to perform user-specific tasks.
The organization that developed UPI system in India is ________.
- DPIIT
- NPCI
- NavIC
- SMTP
Answer: NPCI
NPCI (National Payments Corporation of India) developed the Unified Payments Interface (UPI). NPCI also operates other payment systems like IMPS, RuPay, Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS), and Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS).
Which of the following is an input device?
- Monitor
- Printer
- Scanner
- Speaker
Answer: Scanner
Scanner is an input device that captures images, text, or objects and converts them into digital format. Monitor, printer, and speaker are output devices that display or present processed information to the user.
Which SQL command is used to retrieve data from a database?
- INSERT
- UPDATE
- SELECT
- DELETE
Answer: SELECT
SELECT is the SQL command used to query and retrieve data from one or more tables. INSERT adds new records, UPDATE modifies existing records, and DELETE removes records. SELECT is the most frequently used command in database operations.
The unique 12-digit identity number issued by UIDAI is called ________.
- Aadhaar
- Navigation Satellite
- OECD / UNESCO
- NDMA App / Disaster Alert
Answer: Aadhaar
Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number issued by UIDAI to Indian residents based on biometric and demographic data. It enables targeted delivery of subsidies and services through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.
1 Kilobyte (KB) is exactly equal to 1000 bytes in computer memory measurement.
- True
- False
Answer: False
In binary system used by computers, 1 KB = 1024 bytes (2^10). The decimal approximation of 1000 bytes is used by storage manufacturers, causing confusion. IEC standards now use KiB (Kibibyte) for 1024 bytes to avoid ambiguity.
Which ISRO launch vehicle is known as the 'workhorse of India' for launching satellites into polar orbits?
- GSLV Mk III
- PSLV
- ASLV
- SSLV
Answer: PSLV
PSLV (Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle) is called ISRO's workhorse due to its reliability in launching earth observation and remote sensing satellites into polar sun-synchronous orbits. It has successfully launched Chandrayaan-1 and Mangalyaan.
Which component is known as the temporary memory of a computer that loses data when power is turned off?
- ROM
- Hard Disk
- RAM
- Cache
Answer: RAM
RAM (Random Access Memory) is volatile memory used for temporary storage of data and machine code currently being used. It loses all data when power is switched off, unlike ROM or hard disk which are non-volatile.