Science & Technology: UPSC Previous Year Questions (PYQ)
Science and Technology, including developments in biotechnology, IT, space tech, robotics, and current scientific issues Practice 108+ previous year questions from 2015-2024 with timed quizzes, detailed explanations, and performance tracking. Completely free.
Science & Technology Questions in UPSC Prelims: Year-wise Breakdown
| Year | Questions Asked | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| UPSC 2024 | 6 questions | Standard |
| UPSC 2023 | 11 questions | Medium weightage |
| UPSC 2022 | 15 questions | High weightage |
| UPSC 2021 | 12 questions | Medium weightage |
| UPSC 2020 | 14 questions | Medium weightage |
| UPSC 2019 | 12 questions | Medium weightage |
| UPSC 2018 | 13 questions | Medium weightage |
| UPSC 2017 | 8 questions | Medium weightage |
Sample Science & Technology UPSC Questions
Which one of the following is the best description of ‘INS Astradharini’, that was in the news recently?
Science and Technology · UPSC 2016With reference to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the following statements:
Science and Technology · UPSC 2018In which of the following activities are Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) satellites used?
Science and Technology · UPSC 2015With reference to `Astrosat’, the astronomical observatory launched by India, which of the following statements is/are c...
Science and Technology · UPSC 2016Consider the following statements:
Science and Technology · UPSC 2023What is/are the consequence/consequences of a country becoming the member of the ‘Nuclear Suppliers Group’?
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How to Prepare Science & Technology for UPSC Prelims
Science & Technology is one of the consistently tested areas in UPSC Prelims General Studies Paper I. Aspirants who systematically revise previous year questions from this topic regularly outperform those who only read theory.
The best approach is to first understand the pattern: go through the year-wise breakdown above to see which subtopics UPSC returns to repeatedly. Then attempt all PYQs in timed mode, which builds the speed and accuracy needed for the actual exam.
After each quiz, review explanations thoroughly. Use our AI mind maps to visualise Science & Technology concepts as interconnected nodes, which makes retention significantly easier than linear notes. Pair the quiz practice with mind map revision for maximum efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Science & Technology questions are asked in UPSC Prelims each year?
UPSC Prelims typically features 8-20 questions from Science & Technology in General Studies Paper I. The exact count varies by year, but Science & Technology is consistently one of the high-weightage topics in the exam.
Are these Science & Technology questions from actual UPSC Prelims papers?
Yes. Our question bank includes Previous Year Questions (PYQs) from UPSC Prelims spanning multiple years. Each question includes the correct answer and a detailed explanation sourced from standard UPSC references.
How should I practice Science & Technology for UPSC Prelims?
Start by attempting all available PYQs topic-wise to understand UPSC's question pattern. Review explanations carefully, especially for incorrect answers. Use our AI mind maps to visualise key concepts, then retake the quiz to measure improvement.
Is this Science & Technology quiz free?
Yes, all quizzes on UPSC HUB are completely free. No registration is required to attempt quizzes, though signing up gives you access to performance analytics and streak tracking.