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The security framework that classifies data based on sensitivity and applies controls accordingly is called Data ________.
- Adapter / Anti-Corruption Layer
- India
- Classification
- Prompt
Answer: Classification
Data Classification categorizes data (Public, Internal, Confidential, Restricted) to apply appropriate security controls: encryption, access restrictions, retention policies. Foundation of data protection programs. Critical for compliance (DPDP, GDPR) and information security questions.
The Kubernetes component that schedules pods onto nodes based on resource requirements is called ________.
- Ethical / CEH
- Behavioral
- Coherence
- kube-scheduler
Answer: kube-scheduler
kube-scheduler assigns pods to nodes based on resource requests, constraints (node selectors, taints), and policies. Works with kubelet (node agent) and API server. Critical for understanding Kubernetes control plane architecture in cloud exams.
The technology that enables querying data directly in object storage without loading into a database is called ________ Query.
- margin
- Graphene
- Serverless / Athena
- Permissioned Distributed / Hybrid
Answer: Serverless / Athena
Serverless query engines (AWS Athena, Google BigQuery) enable SQL queries directly on data in object storage (S3, GCS) using schema-on-read. Eliminates ETL for ad-hoc analysis. Pay-per-query pricing. Critical for modern data lake architecture questions.
The practice of intentionally injecting failures to test system resilience is called ________ Engineering.
- Chaos
- Quantum Annealing
- Application-Layer
- Stream
Answer: Chaos
Chaos Engineering (Netflix Chaos Monkey) proactively tests system resilience by injecting failures (network latency, instance termination) in controlled experiments. Builds confidence in fault tolerance. Requires monitoring, blast radius limits, and automated rollback. Critical for SRE practices.
The regulatory framework for digital lending in India is issued by ________.
- RBI
- SLAAC
- DPIIT
- TDMA
Answer: RBI
RBI's Digital Lending Guidelines (2022) regulate: entity eligibility (banks/NBFCs only), direct fund flow, standardized disclosures, cooling-off period, and grievance redressal. Aims to protect consumers from predatory apps and data misuse. Critical for fintech compliance questions.
The security approach of validating every request as if it originates from an untrusted network is called ________ Security.
- Effectiveness / PUE
- Zero Trust
- Water Ice / Oxygen
- e-Filing Portal
Answer: Zero Trust
Zero Trust Security assumes breach and verifies every request regardless of source. Implements: identity verification, least privilege, micro-segmentation, and continuous monitoring. Contrasts with perimeter-based 'castle-and-moat' model. Critical for modern enterprise security architecture.
The pattern of packaging application code with dependencies into a lightweight, portable unit is called ________.
- Footprint
- Containerization
- Nature-based / Biological
- Hybrid
Answer: Containerization
Containerization (Docker, containerd) packages apps with runtime, libraries, and config into isolated, portable containers. Enables consistent deployment across environments. Contrasts with VMs (heavier, OS-level isolation). Foundation of cloud-native architecture. Critical for modern deployment questions.
The process of extracting, transforming, and loading data from sources to a destination is called ________.
- IN-SPACe
- FIU-IND
- TDMA
- ETL
Answer: ETL
ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) is foundational data integration process: extract from sources, transform (clean, enrich, aggregate), load to target (warehouse, lake). Modern variants: ELT (load first, transform later) for cloud data platforms. Critical for data pipeline questions.
The practice of monitoring system metrics, logs, and traces to ensure reliability is called ________.
- Device Posture
- Observability
- Deployment
- Classification
Answer: Observability
Observability enables understanding system internal state from external outputs: metrics (Prometheus), logs (ELK), traces (Jaeger). Goes beyond monitoring by enabling debugging of unknown issues. Critical for SRE practices and cloud operations questions in technical exams.
The Indian regulatory body responsible for overseeing digital payment systems is ________.
- RBI
- O(1)
- O-RAN
- SSH
Answer: RBI
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulates payment systems under Payment and Settlement Systems Act 2007. Oversees UPI, cards, wallets, PPIs, and fintech innovations. Issues guidelines for security, interoperability, and consumer protection. Critical for banking and fintech policy questions.
Cryptographic algorithms resistant to attacks by quantum computers are called ________-Resistant Cryptography.
- Rectifier
- Quantum
- Tree / Acyclic Graph
- Prompt
Answer: Quantum
Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) develops algorithms secure against quantum attacks (Shor's algorithm). NIST is standardizing PQC algorithms (CRYSTALS-Kyber, Dilithium). Critical for future-proofing sensitive systems. India's CERT-In and DRDO actively research PQC. Important for strategic cybersecurity questions.
The open-source platform for automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications is called ________.
- FOSS / Free and Open Source Software
- Oxygen / ISRU
- Kubernetes
- Anomaly
Answer: Kubernetes
Kubernetes (K8s) is the de facto standard for container orchestration, providing automated deployment, scaling, load balancing, and self-healing for containerized applications. Originally developed by Google, now maintained by CNCF. Essential for cloud-native architecture questions in technical exams.
The global partnership for advancing open-source AI models and tools is called ________ Alliance.
- Partnership on AI / Open Source Initiative
- Modernisation Programme / DILRMP
- Container / Image
- Man
Answer: Partnership on AI / Open Source Initiative
Partnership on AI, Linux Foundation AI & Data, and Hugging Face community promote open-source AI models, datasets, and tools. India contributes via AI4Bharat, Krutrim, and research institutes. Critical for collaborative innovation and avoiding vendor lock-in questions.
The mobile network feature that broadcasts emergency alerts to all phones in a geographic area is called ________ Broadcast.
- Supervised
- DNA / Molecular
- Cell / Location-Based
- Stream
Answer: Cell / Location-Based
Cell Broadcast (part of CAP - Common Alerting Protocol) sends geo-targeted emergency alerts (cyclones, earthquakes) to all mobile devices in affected areas, regardless of subscription or app installation. Implemented by telecom operators under NDMA guidelines. Critical for last-mile warning dissemination questions.
The Indian standard for accessible mobile applications is aligned with international guidelines called ________.
- L
- IN-SPACe
- WCAG
- NPCI
Answer: WCAG
WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) 2.1/2.2 by W3C provides principles (POUR: Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, Robust) for accessible digital content. Adopted in GIGW 3.0 for Indian government apps. Critical for inclusive design compliance and universal access questions.
The computing paradigm that uses quantum mechanical phenomena for solving optimization problems is called ________ Computing.
- Quantum Annealing
- Ensemble
- Edge
- Reinforcement
Answer: Quantum Annealing
Quantum annealing (D-Wave) uses quantum tunneling to find global minima in optimization landscapes, suited for logistics, finance, and machine learning. Differs from gate-based quantum computing. Hybrid quantum-classical approaches show near-term promise. Critical for understanding quantum applications beyond cryptography.
The Indian government's initiative for promoting electric vehicle adoption through subsidies is called ________ India.
- FAME
- NPCI
- NAT
- TDMA
Answer: FAME
FAME (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles) India Phase-II (2019-2024) provides demand incentives for EVs and charging infrastructure. Focus on public transport, shared mobility, and fleet electrification. Extended with updated policies to accelerate transition to sustainable mobility. Critical for green technology questions.
The global initiative for ethical AI development involving multiple countries is led by ________.
- Intranet
- Make
- Maintainable
- OECD / UNESCO
Answer: OECD / UNESCO
OECD AI Principles (2019) and UNESCO Recommendation on AI Ethics (2021) provide international frameworks for trustworthy AI: human rights, transparency, accountability, and sustainability. India actively participates in shaping global norms while developing domestic policies. Critical for AI governance questions.
The mobile app that provides location-based disaster alerts and safety tips to citizens is called ________.
- Partitioning
- Modernisation Programme / DILRMP
- Security Monitoring / CNAPP
- NDMA App / Disaster Alert
Answer: NDMA App / Disaster Alert
NDMA and state SDMAs operate mobile apps providing real-time alerts for cyclones, floods, earthquakes, and heatwaves. Features: GPS-based warnings, emergency contacts, preparedness checklists, and crowd-sourced damage reporting. Critical for last-mile communication and community resilience questions.
The Indian standard for web accessibility that government websites must follow is called ________ 3.0.
- UNIQUE
- CERT
- GIGW
- RBI
Answer: GIGW
GIGW (Guidelines for Indian Government Websites) 3.0 mandates WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for accessibility: keyboard navigation, alt text, color contrast, ARIA labels. Audited by NIC and MeitY. Ensures inclusive access to e-governance services for persons with disabilities. Critical for digital governance and compliance questions.