24th August 2024

Explanation - Quantum Technology is based on the principles of Quantum mechanics, that was Developed in the early 20th century to describe nature in the small — at the scale of atomic and subatomic levels. Tsunamis, drought, earthquakes and floods may become more predictable with quantum applications. The collection of data regarding climate change can be streamlined in a better way through quantum technology. This in turn will have a profound impact on agriculture,

food technology chains and the limiting of farmland wastage.

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct 

Statement 2 is incorrect because this is not the first instance; a larger ban on 344 FDC drugs occurred in 2016.

Statement 3 is correct as the ban is driven by the lack of therapeutic justification and potential health risks associated with these FDCs.

Statement 4 is incorrect as the pharmaceutical industry has raised concerns, particularly about the inclusion of pre-1988 drugs that were previously exempt.

Explanation:

Option (a) is incorrect because IN-SPACe is the regulatory body for space activities in India.

Option (b) is incorrect because ISRO itself is responsible for the design, development, and launch of Indian launch vehicles.

Option (c) is correct. NSIL's primary role is to commercialize ISRO's technologies and undertake space missions on a commercial basis.

Option (d) is incorrect because while NSIL is involved in collaborations for launch vehicles, its mandate is broader than just reusable launch vehicle development.

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct. Aditya L1 is indeed India's pioneering mission to observe the Sun from the L1 Lagrange point, enabling continuous solar monitoring without occultation.

Statement 2 is correct. The successful Gaganyaan TV-D1 mission validated the Crew Escape System, a vital safety feature for future crewed missions.

Statement 3 is correct. XPoSat (X-ray Polarimeter Satellite) is India’s first dedicated polarimetry mission to study various dynamics of bright astronomical X-ray sources in extreme conditions.

Statement 4 is correct. INSAT-3DS, besides its meteorological role, is crucial for demonstrating the reliability of GSLV Mk III, the launch vehicle also intended for the NISAR mission.

Explanation:

The funding mechanism for the scheme involves a shared responsibility between the government and the participating companies. Companies are required to utilize their CSR funds to cover the training costs associated with the internship program and contribute 10% towards the overall internship cost. The government will bear the responsibility of providing the remaining 90% of the internship cost and also provide the stipend directly to the interns.