International Events Practice Questions - NDA General Knowledge Question Bank

Question 1 of 1 NDA MCQ

Placing the earliest first, arrange the following international events in the chronological order:

1. Introduction of WWW (World Wide Web)

2. Advent of Inter-Continental Ballistic Mis-siles

3. Launch of first communication satellite

Select the answer using the code given below:

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer

✓ Option D is correct. The correct chronological order of the events is: ICBMs (1950s) → Communication Satellite (1962) → WWW (1989).

📖 Core Anchor Concept

The question pertains to significant technological advancements in modern history, marked by three pivotal events in aerospace and internet technology.

📜 Detailed Breakdown & Chronology

Advent of Inter-Continental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs): Developed in the late 1950s, it marked a significant leap in missile technology with potential for nuclear capabilities.
Launch of the First Communication Satellite (Telstar 1): Launched in 1962, Telstar facilitated transatlantic television and phone communications, revolutionizing global communications.
Introduction of the World Wide Web (WWW): Proposed in 1989 by Tim Berners-Lee, it transformed the internet into a user-friendly platform, connecting millions and laying the groundwork for the modern internet.

🔍 Option Analysis

Option A (2 - 1 - 3): Incorrect; it places the WWW before the communication satellite.
Option B (1 - 2 - 3): Incorrect; it misorders the ICBMs and the satellite.
Option C (3 - 2 - 1): Incorrect; it places the communication satellite before ICBMs.

⚡ Chronology Trick / Polity Mnemonic

To remember the chronological order of these events, note: ICBMs (1950s) → Telstar (1962) → WWW (1989). Mnemonic: "Interworld Transmit Worldwide."

📖 Factual Verification & Reference

📖 Factual Verification & Reference:

Verified against standard sources such as "History of Technology" and "Timeline of Space Exploration".

International Events