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Astronomy and Space Science in India

This quiz tests your knowledge about various aspects of astronomy and space science in India, including government initiatives, institutions, observatories, satellites, and key figures in Indian astronomy.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which Indian government agency is responsible for promoting astronomy and space science?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
  2. Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)
  3. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
  4. University Grants Commission (UGC)
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In which year was the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) established?

  1. 1956
  2. 1961
  3. 1971
  4. 1981
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the telescope located at the Vainu Bappu Observatory in Kavalur, Tamil Nadu?

  1. Vainu Bappu Telescope
  2. Aryabhata Telescope
  3. Bhaskara Telescope
  4. Chandra Telescope
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the satellite launched by ISRO to study the Sun?

  1. Chandrayaan-1
  2. Mangalyaan
  3. Aditya-L1
  4. GSAT-19
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the telescope located at the Devasthal Observatory in Uttarakhand?

  1. Aryabhata Telescope
  2. Vainu Bappu Telescope
  3. Bhaskara Telescope
  4. Chandra Telescope
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the telescope located at the Gurushikhar Observatory in Mount Abu, Rajasthan?

  1. Aryabhata Telescope
  2. Vainu Bappu Telescope
  3. Bhaskara Telescope
  4. Chandra Telescope
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the telescope located at the Hanle Observatory in Ladakh?

  1. Aryabhata Telescope
  2. Vainu Bappu Telescope
  3. Bhaskara Telescope
  4. Chandra Telescope
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