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VisionIAS - Online Self Test
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Questions for practice
1) Which among the following best explains why it is referred to as a “cell phone”?

(a) Because it utilizes vacuum tubes called “cells” for signal amplification.

(b) It is named after the cellular structure of microprocessors in the handset.

(c) Due to coverage areas known as “cells,” each served by a specific transmission tower.

(d) Because each phone is powered by chemical cells that supply electricity.

2) Which among the following frequency ranges is closely associated with 5G technology?

(a) 0.5–5 GHz

(b) 11–15 GHz

(c) 900 MHz to 1800 MHz

(d) 30–300 GHz

3) Which among the following scenarios best violates the principle of net neutrality?

(a) Providing a free basic plan that gives equal speeds for every website.

(b) Charging a user a monthly fee for internet access.

(c) Throttling internet speeds for selected streaming applications to promote a company’s own service.

(d) Offering unlimited data plans with standard speeds for all content.

4)

With reference to 1G and 2G, consider the following statements:

  1. 1G introduced text SMS services, while 2G did not support any messaging feature.
  2. 1G used analog signals, while 2G employed digital signals.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

5)

With reference to Standalone 5G versus Non-Standalone 5G, consider the following statements:

  1. Standalone 5G has ultra-low latency but requires entirely new infrastructure.
  2. Non-Standalone 5G leverages existing 4G infrastructure and has a slightly higher latency.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

6)

With reference to Wi-Fi Direct and Bluetooth, consider the following statements:

  1. Bluetooth typically offers lower transfer speeds than Wi-Fi Direct.
  2. Wi-Fi Direct can operate without a central router.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

7)

With reference to data localization, consider the following statements:

  1. It requires companies to store user data within national boundaries.
  2. It completely prevents foreign entities from ever accessing that data for any reason.
  3. It aims to ensure personal data does not leave a country’s jurisdiction.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1 and 3 only

(c) 3 only

(d) 2 and 3 only

8)

With reference to net neutrality, consider the following statements:

  1. Certain essential services like telemedicine can be prioritized for public welfare.
  2. Net neutrality advocates equal treatment for all internet traffic.
  3. Net neutrality prohibits governments from regulating any internet traffic under any circumstance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 2 only

(d) 3 only

9)

Regarding different types of networks, consider the following statements:

  1. A Personal Area Network (PAN) usually connects devices around a single individual.
  2. A Local Area Network (LAN) covers multiple city-wide regions.
  3. A Wide Area Network (WAN) spans large distances over multiple regions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 2 only

10)

Which of the following statements are correct regarding Li-Fi (Light Fidelity)?

  1. It uses visible light from LED bulbs for data transmission.
  2. It has reached experimental speeds of up to 224 Gbps.
  3. It can pass through solid walls easily for wide coverage.
  4. It is immune to electromagnetic interference.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 4 only

(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4

(c) 1 only

(d) 1, 2 and 4 only

11)

Which of the following statements are correct regarding WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access)?

  1. It faced competition from increasing cellular data technologies.
  2. It can offer speeds of around 1 Gbps.
  3. It can be used for city-wide coverage with fewer routers compared to standard Wi-Fi.
  4. It uses microwave frequencies and can cover up to around 50 km.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 2, 3 and 4 only

(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4

(c) 1 and 4 only

(d) 3 only

12)

Which of the following statements are correct regarding NFC (Near Field Communication)?

  1. It always relies on an internal power source for both active and passive tags.
  2. It uses RFID principles for contactless exchanges.
  3. Speeds range roughly between 106 and 424 kbps.
  4. It operates at 13.56 MHz with a range typically under about 4 cm.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 1, 3 and 4 only

(b) 2 and 4 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 2, 3 and 4 only

13)

Which of the following statements are correct regarding VPN (Virtual Private Network)?

  1. It creates an encrypted tunnel over potentially insecure networks.
  2. It ensures privacy and confidentiality of data transmissions.
  3. It is commonly used to access corporate or institutional resources remotely.
  4. It eliminates the need for any authentication credentials.
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

(a) 2 and 3 only

(b) 1, 2, 3 and 4

(c) 3 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3 only



Answers
1) c
2) d
3) c
4) b
5) c
6) c
7) b
8) c
9) a
10) d
11) b
12) d
13) d