Q21. What does the term “on-demand self-service” in cloud computing refer to?
a) Accessing cloud services without human intervention
b) Manual configuration of cloud resources
c) Physical installation of cloud servers
d) Regular software updates
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Correct Answer: a) Accessing cloud services without human intervention
Explanation: On-demand self-service refers to the ability to access and manage cloud services and resources automatically without needing direct intervention from the service provider.
Q22. What is a common use of digital signatures in e-Governance?
a) Authenticating government websites
b) Securing online transactions for citizens
c) Validating electronic documents and forms
d) Encrypting government data
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Correct Answer: c) Validating electronic documents and forms
Explanation: Digital signatures are commonly used in e-Governance to validate and authenticate electronic documents and forms, ensuring their integrity and legal standing.
Q23. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of cloud computing?
a) On-demand self-service
b) Broad network access
c) Energy efficiency
d) Resource pooling
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Correct Answer: c) Energy efficiency
Explanation: While cloud computing can lead to energy savings, energy efficiency is not a defining characteristic of cloud computing. The main characteristics are on-demand self-service, broad network access, resource pooling, rapid elasticity, and measured service.
Q24. What is the primary function of a Certifying Authority (CA) in digital signature management?
a) Issuing digital certificates
b) Encrypting digital data
c) Managing cloud services
d) Verifying e-Governance transactions
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Correct Answer: a) Issuing digital certificates
Explanation: A Certifying Authority (CA) is responsible for issuing digital certificates, which are used to verify the authenticity of digital signatures and ensure secure electronic communication.
Q25. Which service model in cloud computing is most suitable for software developers who want to build applications without managing the underlying infrastructure?
a) SaaS
b) IaaS
c) PaaS
d) DaaS
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Correct Answer: c) PaaS
Explanation: Platform as a Service (PaaS) provides developers with a platform to build, run, and manage applications without worrying about the underlying infrastructure, making it ideal for software development.
Q26. Which of the following is an example of a Mission Mode Project under e-Governance?
a) e-District
b) Universal Basic Income (UBI)
c) Green India Mission
d) Smart Cities Mission
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Correct Answer: a) e-District
Explanation: The e-District project is a Mission Mode Project under e-Governance, aimed at providing government services to citizens electronically at the district level.
Q27. In the context of mobile computing, what does the term “ubiquitous connectivity” imply?
a) Connectivity only in urban areas
b) Constant access to a network anywhere and anytime
c) Limited access to specific network services
d) Connectivity restricted to Wi-Fi zones
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Correct Answer: b) Constant access to a network anywhere and anytime
Explanation: Ubiquitous connectivity in mobile computing refers to the ability of devices to maintain constant access to a network, enabling seamless communication and data transfer regardless of location.
Q28. How does cloud computing contribute to cost savings for businesses?
a) By requiring more hardware investment
b) By eliminating the need for physical infrastructure
c) By increasing energy consumption
d) By necessitating frequent software updates
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Correct Answer: b) By eliminating the need for physical infrastructure
Explanation: Cloud computing allows businesses to reduce costs by eliminating the need for expensive physical infrastructure, such as servers and storage, by providing these resources as services over the internet.
Q29. Which legal framework governs the use of digital signatures in India?
a) The Information Technology Act, 2000
b) The Digital India Act, 2015
c) The Cybersecurity Act, 2018
d) The E-commerce Act, 2012
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Correct Answer: a) The Information Technology Act, 2000
Explanation: The Information Technology Act, 2000, governs the use of digital signatures in India, providing legal recognition and regulation for electronic records and digital signatures.
Q30. What is the key advantage of using a hybrid cloud deployment model?
a) Reduced network latency
b) Complete control over all data
c) Flexibility in using both public and private clouds
d) Simplified data management
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Correct Answer: c) Flexibility in using both public and private clouds
Explanation: The hybrid cloud model offers flexibility by allowing organizations to use both public and private clouds, optimizing their infrastructure for different workloads and balancing cost and control.