Indian Astronomy: Past, Present and Future
Test your knowledge about India's achievements and aspirations in astronomy and space science, from historical contributions to future missions.
Questions
Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
What is the name of the upcoming Indian space telescope that is expected to revolutionize our understanding of the universe?
- Astrosat
- Chandrayaan-2
- Mangalyaan
- James Webb Space Telescope
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
What is the name of the Indian space agency that is responsible for the country's space program?
- Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
- European Space Agency (ESA)
- Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Which Indian city is home to the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT), one of the world's largest radio telescopes?
- Mumbai
- Delhi
- Kolkata
- Pune
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the theory of quantum gravity?
- Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar
- Homi J. Bhabha
- Vikram Sarabhai
- Abhay Ashtekar
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the theory of cosmic strings?
- Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar
- Homi J. Bhabha
- Vikram Sarabhai
- Tanmay Vachaspati