Science and Technology


  1. Which of the following is not a computer language?









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    BASIC, C and FORTRAN are all the languages of computer while FAST is not a computer language.

    Correct Option: C

    BASIC, C and FORTRAN are all the languages of computer while FAST is not a computer language.


  1. Agar-agar was developed for growing micro-organisms by









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    Walther Hesse is credited for his work in microbiology, specifically his work in developing Agar as a medium for culturing microorganisms.

    Correct Option: C

    Walther Hesse is credited for his work in microbiology, specifically his work in developing Agar as a medium for culturing microorganisms.



  1. 'Pashmina wool' is obtained from









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    Pashmina refers to the fine wool and textile made from the wool obtained from the changthangi or Pashmina goat, which is a special breed of goat indigenous to high altitudes of the Himalayas in Nepal, Pakistan and Northern India.

    Correct Option: D

    Pashmina refers to the fine wool and textile made from the wool obtained from the changthangi or Pashmina goat, which is a special breed of goat indigenous to high altitudes of the Himalayas in Nepal, Pakistan and Northern India.


  1. Toggenburg (goat) is a native of









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    The Toggenburg is a bread of goat, named after the region in Switzerland where the breed originated, the Toggenburg valley. It is also the oldest registered breed.

    Correct Option: B

    The Toggenburg is a bread of goat, named after the region in Switzerland where the breed originated, the Toggenburg valley. It is also the oldest registered breed.



  1. 'Splenic fever' is another name of









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    Splenic fever is another name of Anthrax which is an acute disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. Most forms of the disease are lethal, and it affects both humans and animals.

    Correct Option: B

    Splenic fever is another name of Anthrax which is an acute disease caused by the bacterium Bacillus anthracis. Most forms of the disease are lethal, and it affects both humans and animals.