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Which quantum algorithm threatens RSA encryption by factoring large integers efficiently?
- Grover's Algorithm
- Shor's Algorithm
- Quantum Fourier Transform
- Variational Quantum Eigensolver
Answer: Shor's Algorithm
Shor's Algorithm factors integers in polynomial time on quantum computers, breaking RSA which relies on factoring difficulty. Requires fault-tolerant quantum computers not yet available.
The authority that adjudicates disputes under the DPDP Act 2023 is called Data Protection ________ of India.
- Platform
- Oxygen / ISRU
- Board
- Artemis
Answer: Board
Data Protection Board of India is independent regulatory body established under DPDP Act 2023 to adjudicate disputes, impose penalties, enforce compliance.
The DPDP Act 2023 applies extraterritorially to processing related to Indian individuals.
- True
- False
Answer: True
DPDP Act governs processing of digital personal data: (1) within India, and (2) outside India if offering goods/services or profiling individuals in India.
The technique that adds calibrated noise to model outputs to prevent membership inference is called ________ Privacy.
- Differential
- MITRE ATT&CK
- Man
- Beam / Nucleus
Answer: Differential
Differential Privacy mathematically guarantees that model outputs don't reveal whether specific individuals were in training data. Critical for privacy-preserving ML deployment.
Model inversion attacks reconstruct training data from model outputs, posing privacy risks.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Model inversion exploits model predictions to infer sensitive training data attributes. Mitigation: differential privacy, output perturbation, access controls. Critical for privacy-preserving ML.
Which attack manipulates ML model inputs to cause misclassification while appearing normal to humans?
- Data Poisoning
- Adversarial Examples
- Model Inversion
- Membership Inference
Answer: Adversarial Examples
Adversarial examples add imperceptible perturbations to inputs that cause ML models to misclassify. Critical vulnerability for computer vision, NLP systems requiring robust defenses.
Which cloud pattern enables automatic failover between regions for high availability?
- Multi-Region Active-Active
- Pilot Light
- Warm Standby
- Backup and Restore
Answer: Multi-Region Active-Active
Active-active architecture runs full workload in multiple regions simultaneously, enabling instant failover with zero RPO/RTO. Critical for mission-critical systems requiring maximum resilience.
Which initiative provides a unified interface for citizens to access multiple government services?
- MyGov
- UMANG
- DigiLocker
- All of these
Answer: UMANG
UMANG (Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance) is a single app providing access to 1,200+ central and state services: Aadhaar, PAN, EPFO, utilities, education, health. Features: multilingual support, voice search, offline access. MyGov is for engagement; DigiLocker for documents; UMANG for service delivery.
A security event that compromises the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of data is called a ________.
- RTI Online
- Function
- Breach
- kube-scheduler
Answer: Breach
Security Breach is an incident where unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of data occurs. Requires immediate containment, investigation, notification (as per laws like DPDP Act 2023), and remediation. Prevention: defense-in-depth, monitoring, incident response planning, and employee training.
Which of the following is a non-impact printer?
- Dot Matrix
- Inkjet
- Daisy Wheel
- Line Printer
Answer: Inkjet
Inkjet printers spray tiny ink droplets without physical contact with paper (non-impact). Laser printers use toner and electrostatic charges. Impact printers (Dot Matrix, Daisy Wheel, Line) strike ribbon against paper, producing noise but capable of multi-part forms. Inkjet/Laser dominate home/office use.
UPI Lite enables small-value transactions without entering UPI PIN for faster checkout.
- True
- False
Answer: True
UPI Lite is an on-device wallet for small transactions (up to ₹500 per transaction, ₹4000 daily balance). Allows PIN-less payments for quick checkout at merchants, reducing dependency on bank server availability. Balance is loaded from linked bank account; ideal for transit, food, and micro-payments.
What does 'LAN' stand for in networking?
- Large Area Network
- Local Area Network
- Long Access Network
- Linked Access Node
Answer: Local Area Network
LAN (Local Area Network) connects devices within a limited area like home, office, or campus using Ethernet or Wi-Fi. Enables resource sharing (printers, files) and internet access. Contrasted with WAN (Wide Area Network) like internet that spans large geographic distances.
The technology that uses algorithms to recommend products based on user behavior is called ________ Filtering.
- Ransomware
- Collaborative
- Carbon
- LLDP / CDP
Answer: Collaborative
Collaborative Filtering recommends items by analyzing patterns from similar users (user-based) or similar items (item-based). Used by Amazon, Netflix, Spotify. Hybrid systems combine with content-based filtering. Privacy-preserving techniques like federated learning are emerging to protect user data while personalizing recommendations.
Which ISRO center is located in Sriharikota and handles satellite launches?
- VSSC
- URSC
- SDSC-SHAR
- LPSC
Answer: SDSC-SHAR
SDSC-SHAR (Satish Dhawan Space Centre - Sriharikota) is ISRO's primary launch port in Andhra Pradesh. Handles all satellite and human spaceflight launches from Indian soil. Named after former ISRO chairman. Strategic coastal location enables safe launch trajectories over Bay of Bengal.
5G networks support network slicing to create virtual networks for specific use cases.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Network Slicing in 5G allows operators to create multiple virtual networks on shared physical infrastructure, each optimized for specific requirements (low latency for autonomous vehicles, high bandwidth for video, massive IoT for sensors). Enables customized QoS and efficient resource utilization.
Which cryptographic technique ensures that a message has not been altered during transmission?
- Encryption
- Hashing
- Digital Signature
- Both B and C
Answer: Both B and C
Hashing (e.g., SHA-256) generates fixed-size digest to detect changes; any modification alters the hash. Digital Signatures combine hashing with asymmetric encryption to also verify sender identity and provide non-repudiation. Both ensure integrity; signatures add authentication and legal validity.
The initiative that provides affordable internet data to rural students for online education is called ________.
- Offline
- PM-WANI / BharatNet
- Engineering Task Force / IETF
- Container / Image
Answer: PM-WANI / BharatNet
PM-WANI enables public Wi-Fi hotspots via PDOs for affordable internet access. BharatNet provides fiber backbone to gram panchayats. Combined, they support digital education initiatives like DIKSHA, SWAYAM, and e-Pathshala, bridging the digital divide for rural students during remote learning.
Which file extension is used for spreadsheet files in Microsoft Excel?
- .docx
- .xlsx
- .pptx
Answer: .xlsx
.xlsx is the default extension for Excel workbooks (XML-based format introduced in Office 2007). Older .xls format is binary. Other extensions: .docx (Word), .pptx (PowerPoint), .pdf (portable document). File extensions help OS identify appropriate applications for opening files.
Additive manufacturing is another term for 3D printing technology.
- True
- False
Answer: True
Additive Manufacturing (AM) builds objects layer-by-layer from digital models, contrasting with subtractive methods (cutting/drilling). 3D printing is a common AM technique. Applications: prototyping, custom medical implants, aerospace parts, and on-demand manufacturing. India promotes AM under Make in India.
Which normal form requires that every non-key attribute is fully functionally dependent on the primary key?
- 1NF
- 2NF
- 3NF
- BCNF
Answer: 2NF
Second Normal Form (2NF) requires: 1) Table is in 1NF, and 2) No partial dependency (non-key attributes must depend on entire primary key, not part of composite key). Eliminates redundancy from partial dependencies. Further normalization to 3NF removes transitive dependencies.