Indian Computing and the Economy

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Which Indian city is often referred to as the "Silicon Valley of India" due to its concentration of technology companies?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Bengaluru

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bengaluru, formerly known as Bangalore, is often referred to as the "Silicon Valley of India" due to its large number of technology companies and its role as a major hub for information technology.

Which Indian company is the largest provider of IT services in the world?

  1. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)

  2. Infosys

  3. Wipro

  4. HCL Technologies


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is the largest provider of IT services in the world, with over 500,000 employees and a revenue of over $20 billion.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to promote digital literacy and provide affordable internet access to rural areas?

  1. Digital India

  2. Make in India

  3. Skill India

  4. Startup India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Digital India is an initiative of the Indian government to promote digital literacy and provide affordable internet access to rural areas. It aims to transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy.

Which Indian state has the highest number of software technology parks?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karnataka has the highest number of software technology parks in India, with over 20 parks located in various cities across the state.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to promote entrepreneurship and innovation in the technology sector?

  1. Startup India

  2. Make in India

  3. Digital India

  4. Skill India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Startup India is an initiative of the Indian government to promote entrepreneurship and innovation in the technology sector. It provides financial assistance, mentorship, and other support to startups.

Which Indian city is home to the largest technology incubator in the world?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Bengaluru

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bengaluru is home to the largest technology incubator in the world, called the T-Hub. It provides startups with co-working space, mentorship, and access to funding.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to promote the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies?

  1. AI for All

  2. Make in India

  3. Digital India

  4. Skill India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

AI for All is an initiative of the Indian government to promote the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technologies. It aims to create a national AI ecosystem and make AI accessible to everyone.

Which Indian state has the highest number of engineering colleges?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karnataka has the highest number of engineering colleges in India, with over 500 colleges located in various cities across the state.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to promote the development of blockchain technology?

  1. Blockchain for All

  2. Make in India

  3. Digital India

  4. Skill India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Blockchain for All is an initiative of the Indian government to promote the development of blockchain technology. It aims to create a national blockchain ecosystem and make blockchain accessible to everyone.

Which Indian city is home to the largest number of startups?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Bengaluru

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bengaluru is home to the largest number of startups in India, with over 10,000 startups located in the city.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to promote the development of quantum computing technologies?

  1. Quantum for All

  2. Make in India

  3. Digital India

  4. Skill India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Quantum for All is an initiative of the Indian government to promote the development of quantum computing technologies. It aims to create a national quantum ecosystem and make quantum computing accessible to everyone.

Which Indian state has the highest number of IT professionals?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Tamil Nadu

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Karnataka has the highest number of IT professionals in India, with over 2 million IT professionals working in various companies across the state.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to promote the development of 5G technology?

  1. 5G for All

  2. Make in India

  3. Digital India

  4. Skill India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

5G for All is an initiative of the Indian government to promote the development of 5G technology. It aims to create a national 5G ecosystem and make 5G accessible to everyone.

Which Indian city is home to the largest number of data centers?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Bengaluru

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai is home to the largest number of data centers in India, with over 100 data centers located in the city.

What is the name of the Indian government's initiative to promote the development of the Internet of Things (IoT) technology?

  1. IoT for All

  2. Make in India

  3. Digital India

  4. Skill India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

IoT for All is an initiative of the Indian government to promote the development of the Internet of Things (IoT) technology. It aims to create a national IoT ecosystem and make IoT accessible to everyone.

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