Science & Tech MCQs

Correct Answer: ISRO and Jaxa

ISRO and JAXA collaborated on the LUPEX mission to jointly explore the lunar south pole region.

Correct Answer: Google

Google introduced the quantum x-processor, marking a significant milestone in advanced quantum computing capabilities.

Correct Answer: Annular solar eclipse

An annular solar eclipse occurred on February 17, 2026, and was visible from various parts of Pakistan.

Correct Answer: FNPK

The FNPK released the Digital Pakistan Monitor report detailing digital infrastructure growth in January 2026.

Correct Answer: Raja faisal mumtaz rathore

Raja Faisal Mumtaz Rathore made the formal announcement regarding the introduction of 5G technology in AJK.

Correct Answer: South korea

South Korea took a pioneering step globally by enacting the first comprehensive legal framework governing AI.

Correct Answer: Iran

The Khurana 4 is a strategic ballistic missile developed and incorporated into the arsenal of Iran.

Correct Answer: Russia

The Russian government imposed a nationwide block on the messaging platform WhatsApp in February 2026.

Correct Answer: Taiwan

Taiwan successfully trialed its indigenous Hai Kun submarine, signaling a massive leap in its naval defense capabilities.

Correct Answer: Google

Google announced the construction of new subsea cables to connect its newly planned AI hub in India to global networks.

Correct Answer: artificial intelligence (AI)

The HEC mandated a 3-credit hour course on Artificial Intelligence for all university students starting in 2026.

Correct Answer: Nipah virus

The WHO issued warnings regarding the potential proliferation and outbreak risks associated with the Nipah virus.

Correct Answer: Digital Cooperation Organization

Pakistan proudly assumed the presidency of the Digital Cooperation Organization during the summit in Kuwait.

Correct Answer: Woofy

Pakistan launched a dedicated smartphone app named 'Woofy' to streamline animal rescue and welfare operations.

Correct Answer: WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) officially documented and reported the outbreak of the Nipah virus in Bangladesh.

Correct Answer: Philippines

The Philippines recently initiated underwater trials for its newly developed indigenous submarine system.

Correct Answer: China

China successfully tested the first commercial nuclear fusion prototype, making a massive leap in clean energy.

Correct Answer: NASA

NASA launched the Artemis V mission, continuing its ambitious program to establish a sustainable human presence on the Moon.

Correct Answer: Proxima Centauri

Astronomers discovered an Earth-like exoplanet situated in the habitable zone around the star Proxima Centauri.

Correct Answer: 2025

The WMO officially designated 2025 as one of the three hottest years ever recorded on Earth.

Correct Answer: Sudan

Multiple ballistic missile test firings were reported off the eastern coast as documented in the January 2026 security briefings.

Correct Answer: Venus

Russia announced plans to resurrect its planetary exploration program by sending the Venera-D mission to Venus.

Correct Answer: Sunita Williams

Veteran astronaut Sunita Williams officially retired from NASA, concluding an outstanding 27-year career in space exploration.

Correct Answer: China

China announced the development of the world's first advanced deep-sea radar system capable of detecting high-altitude aircraft.

Correct Answer: India

Health authorities reported a concerning outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in parts of India during January 2026.

Correct Answer: Russia

A rare optical atmospheric phenomenon known as a 'sun dog' or phantom sun was visibly recorded in Russia.

Correct Answer: Japan

Japan made the controversial decision to restart operations at the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant, the world's largest nuclear power facility.

Correct Answer: Nuclear reactor

NASA unveiled concrete technical plans to construct and activate a sustainable nuclear fission reactor on the Moon by 2030.

Correct Answer: Moon

NASA's highly publicized Artemis program explicitly aims to return human astronauts to the surface of the Moon.

Correct Answer: Indonesia

Indonesia pioneered internet censorship against X's Grok AI model specifically due to risks of illicit generated imagery.

Correct Answer: Germany

Germany announced sweeping legislative measures designed to criminalize and combat harmful AI-generated image manipulation.

Correct Answer: 3,4 January 2026

The first stunning supermoon astronomical event of 2026 was highly visible across Pakistan during January 3rd and 4th.

Correct Answer: Michaela benthaus

Michaela Benthaus broke incredible barriers by becoming the first disabled astronaut to actively use a wheelchair in a space environment.

Correct Answer: Mars orbiter

NASA's MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile Evolution) mission is specifically classified as a Mars atmospheric orbiter.

Correct Answer: Russia

Russia successfully developed and deployed the Zircon hypersonic missile system. These advanced missiles are capable of traveling at several times the speed of sound, making them extremely difficult for traditional defense systems to intercept.

Correct Answer: Russia

Russia announced plans to deploy the RS-28 Sarmat, an advanced super-heavy intercontinental ballistic missile. The Sarmat system is specifically engineered to evade modern anti-missile defense shields.

Correct Answer: Cr450

China successfully unveiled the CR450 prototype, effectively pushing the technological boundaries of high-speed rail. This next-generation train is designed to operate at speeds significantly higher than currently existing commercial bullet trains.

Correct Answer: 2025

The United Nations officially declared 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology. This global initiative is designed to increase international awareness and foster cooperation in advanced quantum research.

Correct Answer: Dr.Sarwar Markhand

Pakistani academic and researcher Dr. Sarwar Markhand was honored with a prestigious Global Award in the UAE. His dedicated work has brought significant international recognition to Pakistan's ongoing contributions to scientific research.

Correct Answer: Third Shortest Day of the Summer

Scientists observed a slight acceleration in Earth's rotation, marking the third shortest day of the summer.

Correct Answer: China

China hosted the prestigious World Humanoid Robot Games, showcasing cutting-edge advancements in robotics.

Correct Answer: James Webb Space Telescope

The highly advanced James Webb Space Telescope was instrumental in detecting Uranus's 29th faint satellite.

Correct Answer: Sapient's HRM

Sapient's HRM model introduced a novel hierarchical reasoning mechanism closely mimicking human brain processes.

Correct Answer: Lahore

Lahore became the first Pakistani city to adopt an AI-driven traffic management system to ease urban congestion.

Correct Answer: 31/Atlas

The powerful ATLAS survey telescope based in Chile successfully detected and tracked the trajectory of Comet 31/Atlas.

Correct Answer: Nano Banana 2

Google officially integrated the 'Nano Banana 2' model (Gemini 3 Flash Image) into the Gemini App for advanced image generation and editing.

Correct Answer: 29th

Astronomical data confirmed the discovery of S/2025 U1, officially registering it as the 29th known moon orbiting Uranus.

Correct Answer: Malaysia

Malaysia marked a major technological milestone in fintech by inaugurating the region's first fully AI-operated digital bank.

Correct Answer: Dubai

Dubai International Airport introduced advanced AI-powered passenger corridors, allowing biometric immigration clearance in mere seconds.

Correct Answer: 2036

Russia's Roscosmos space agency announced that the highly anticipated Venera-D mission to explore Venus is slated for launch by 2036.

Correct Answer: NASA

NASA has been advancing its Fission Surface Power project to establish a functional nuclear reactor on the lunar surface.

Correct Answer: India

India won the bid to host the prestigious AI Impact Summit in 2026, focusing on global artificial intelligence regulations.

Correct Answer: China

China completed the Tianshan Shengli Tunnel in its Xinjiang region, marking it as the world's longest highway tunnel. The engineering marvel significantly reduces travel time across the Tianshan mountain range.

Correct Answer: Pakistan

Pakistan's space agency, SUPARCO, announced plans to send a lunar rover as part of China's Chang'e-8 mission scheduled for 2026, marking a historic milestone for the country.

Correct Answer: Ahmad Abbas

Dr. Ahmad Abbas pioneered the use of photodynamic (light activation) therapy for highly targeted and effective colorectal cancer treatment in Pakistan.

Correct Answer: Australia

Australia passed landmark, world-first legislation to impose a strict age limit of 16 for users on major platforms to protect youth mental health.

Correct Answer: NASA

The MAVEN mission, operated by NASA, is designed to study the Martian atmosphere and how it lost its water and air over billions of years[cite: 534, 535].

Correct Answer: NASA

NASA launched the TRACERS mission to observe how the solar wind interacts with Earth's magnetic field [cite: 629], which is crucial for protecting global satellite and power infrastructure[cite: 628].

Correct Answer: Afar

The Afar Depression in Ethiopia is a unique tectonic junction [cite: 681] where three plates are pulling apart, which will eventually allow the Red Sea to flood the valley[cite: 678].

Correct Answer: Australia

Scientists in Australia achieved a breakthrough by successfully creating kangaroo embryos via IVF for conservation.

Correct Answer: China

China constructed a pioneering deepwater 'Space Station' for oceanic exploration in the South China Sea.

Correct Answer: Chang'e-8

Pakistan's SUPARCO is collaborating with China's CNSA on the Chang'e-8 lunar exploration mission planned for 2028.

Correct Answer: Iran

Iran successfully launched three domestically upgraded satellites (Paya, Zafar-2, Pars) into orbit.

Correct Answer: China

China launched this massive energy storage project to enhance grid stability and promote renewable energy utilization.

Correct Answer: South Africa

The MeerKAT radio telescope, a precursor to the Square Kilometre Array, is located in the Northern Cape of South Africa.

Correct Answer: India

India achieved a milestone in sustainable transport by developing a highly powerful hydrogen-fueled train engine.

Correct Answer: Deepseek R1

Deepseek unveiled its advanced R1 model series, pushing the boundaries of accessible artificial intelligence.

Correct Answer: 14 January 2025

The nation honored the memory of IT prodigy Arfa Karim Randhawa on the 13th anniversary of her passing.

Correct Answer: Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre

Pakistan's newest observation satellite was sent into orbit utilizing China's Jiuquan launch facilities.

Correct Answer: PRSC-E01

The PRSC-E01 marks a significant technological step for Pakistan in high-resolution earth observation.

Correct Answer: Indian and Eurasian plates

The ongoing collision between the Indian and Eurasian plates drives the massive uplift and frequent earthquakes in the Himalayas.

Correct Answer: China

China successfully tested the Feitian 2 hypersonic vehicle, utilizing advanced RBCC engine technology.

Correct Answer: Tayfun block-4

Turkey successfully tested its first indigenously developed hypersonic missile, the Tayfun Block-4.

Correct Answer: Baby Grok

Elon Musk's xAI released 'Baby Grok', a modified, kid-friendly version of its AI assistant.

Correct Answer: China

Pakistan successfully launched its new remote sensing satellite utilizing Chinese aerospace facilities.

Correct Answer: India and America

India (ISRO) and America (NASA) collaborated to launch the NISAR satellite, a joint earth-monitoring mission.

Correct Answer: Nahid 2

Iran's Nahid 2 telecommunications satellite was put into orbit utilizing a Russian-manufactured Soyuz launch vehicle.

Correct Answer: Iran

Iran announced plans to reduce reliance on the US-controlled GPS network in favor of regional or indigenous navigation systems.

Correct Answer: China

China announced an aggressive 'AI Action Plan' aimed at integrating artificial intelligence into all major industrial sectors.

Correct Answer: Brazil

Brazil initiated talks with Indian defense firms to procure the domestically manufactured Akash missile system.

Correct Answer: China; 300 billion kilowatt-hours

China began infrastructure operations on an unprecedented dam project situated on the Yarlung Zangbo River, aiming for 300 billion kWh annual output.

Correct Answer: 5.6 billion

The WHO warned that global warming has expanded the habitat of disease-carrying mosquitoes, putting 5.6 billion people at risk of dengue.

Correct Answer: Marine biodiversity

Pakistan became a signatory to the historic UN BBNJ Treaty, aimed at protecting marine biodiversity in international waters.

Correct Answer: 3500 years old

Archaeologists in Peru discovered an impressive ancient plaza and city structures estimated to be 3,500 years old.

Correct Answer: Suriname

Suriname made major public health strides and was officially certified as malaria-free by the World Health Organization.

Correct Answer: Japan

Japan has been pioneering technologies and legislation to begin deep-sea mining for rare earth minerals in its territorial waters.

Correct Answer: Japan

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) successfully utilized its legacy H2A rocket to deploy a greenhouse gas monitoring satellite.

Correct Answer: Russia

Russia launched a massive payload of 100 surveillance satellites into low Earth orbit. This deployment significantly bolsters their space-based intelligence gathering capabilities.

Correct Answer: UK government

The UK government proposed legislation to legally enforce time limits on children's social media usage. The policy aims to combat rising mental health issues among minors.

Correct Answer: Clossal Arsia monoso volcano

The Mars Odyssey orbiter captured new, high-resolution imagery of the colossal Arsia Mons volcano. It is one of the largest dormant shield volcanoes in the solar system.

Correct Answer: Tiktok app

The US administration extended a critical deadline for ByteDance to sell its US TikTok operations. Failure to divest to a non-Chinese entity would result in a nationwide ban.

Correct Answer: Texas

A SpaceX Starship prototype exploded during a test flight launched from their Boca Chica facility in Texas. The explosion provided engineers with critical telemetry data for future flights.

Correct Answer: cr450

China unveiled the CR450, its newest high-speed train capable of operating at world-record speeds, advancing its railway technology.

Correct Answer: Starlink

Starlink, SpaceX's satellite internet division, received temporary operational registration in Pakistan to enhance digital connectivity across the country.

Correct Answer: India

India has announced plans to indigenously develop and build fifth-generation stealth fighter jets. This initiative is part of their broader strategy to modernize their air force and boost domestic defense manufacturing.

Correct Answer: India

India is actively pursuing the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program to manufacture fifth-generation stealth fighters. This reflects an intensifying arms race in South Asia.

Correct Answer: Radiographers: Seeing the Unseen

World Radiography Day is celebrated annually on November 8. The 2025 theme highlighted the vital role radiographers play in diagnosing hidden medical conditions.

Correct Answer: NASA

NASA's Perseverance rover captured data confirming the existence of lightning phenomena within the Martian atmosphere. This discovery provides new insights into the planet's weather systems.

Correct Answer: The Genesis Mission

Trump launched 'The Genesis Mission' to spur artificial intelligence development. The strategy focused heavily on deregulation, public-private collaboration, and infrastructure investment.

Correct Answer: Facebook

PTA metrics indicate that Facebook remains the most widely used and influential social networking application across Pakistan, boasting tens of millions of active users.