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ISRO Missions and Satellites

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ISRO missions and satellites form a vital part of the general awareness syllabus in government exams. This includes historical milestones like Chandrayaan, Mangalyaan, and communication satellites. Attempt these questions to memorize launch dates, objectives, and key figures in Indian space exploration.

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ISRO Missions and Satellites Questions

Multiple choice

What is the name of INCAOR's third research station in Antarctica?

  1. Maitri

  2. Bharati

  3. Dakshin Gangotri

  4. Himansh
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D Correct answer
Explanation

INCAOR's third research station in Antarctica is named Himansh.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite launched in 2017 to study the universe's X-ray emissions?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. INSAT-3D
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Astrosat is an Indian satellite launched in 2017 to study the universe's X-ray emissions. It is the first dedicated Indian astronomy satellite and carries five X-ray instruments to observe celestial objects in various energy bands.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian space mission aimed at studying the Sun's corona?

  1. Chandrayaan-2

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. INSAT-4CR
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Aditya-L1 is an Indian space mission aimed at studying the Sun's corona. It is scheduled to be launched in 2023 and will be placed in a halo orbit around the Sun's L1 Lagrange point, allowing it to continuously observe the Sun's corona.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite launched in 2019 to study the Earth's magnetosphere and ionosphere?

  1. Chandrayaan-2

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. GSAT-30
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D Correct answer
Explanation

GSAT-30 is an Indian satellite launched in 2019 to study the Earth's magnetosphere and ionosphere. It carries a suite of instruments to measure various parameters related to the Earth's magnetic field, plasma environment, and ionosphere.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite launched in 2018 to study the Earth's atmosphere and climate?

  1. Chandrayaan-2

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. INSAT-3DR
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D Correct answer
Explanation

INSAT-3DR is an Indian satellite launched in 2018 to study the Earth's atmosphere and climate. It carries a variety of instruments to measure various atmospheric parameters, including temperature, humidity, wind speed, and aerosol concentration.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite launched in 2016 to study the Earth's surface and natural resources?

  1. Chandrayaan-2

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. Resourcesat-2A
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Resourcesat-2A is an Indian satellite launched in 2016 to study the Earth's surface and natural resources. It carries a variety of sensors to collect data on land use, agriculture, forestry, water resources, and mineral exploration.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that provides high-resolution imagery for various applications?

  1. INSAT-3D

  2. Cartosat-2

  3. RISAT-2

  4. Oceansat-2
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Cartosat-2 is an Indian satellite that provides high-resolution imagery for various applications, including mapping, land use planning, and disaster management.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian spacecraft that was sent to study the comet Churyumov-Gerasimenko?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. ISRO Orbiter Mission
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The ISRO Orbiter Mission, also known as the Chandrayaan-2 mission, was an Indian spacecraft that was sent to study the comet Churyumov-Gerasimenko. The mission was launched in 2018 and successfully reached the comet in 2019.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was used to study the composition of cometary atmospheres?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. ISRO Orbiter Mission
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Astrosat satellite is an Indian satellite that was used to study the composition of cometary atmospheres. The satellite was launched in 2015 and is equipped with a variety of instruments for astronomical observations, including a spectrometer for studying the composition of celestial objects.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian spacecraft that was sent to study the comet Tempel 1?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. ISRO Orbiter Mission
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Chandrayaan-1 spacecraft was an Indian spacecraft that was sent to study the comet Tempel 1. The spacecraft was launched in 2008 and successfully reached the comet in 2009.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was used to study the interaction of cometary atmospheres with the solar wind?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. ISRO Orbiter Mission
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Mangalyaan satellite is an Indian satellite that was used to study the interaction of cometary atmospheres with the solar wind. The satellite was launched in 2013 and successfully reached Mars in 2014.

Multiple choice

Which Indian space agency is responsible for coordinating and implementing India's space exploration programs?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  2. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

  3. European Space Agency (ESA)

  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

ISRO is the nodal agency of the Government of India responsible for space exploration and the development of space technologies.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's first dedicated mission to Mars?

  1. Mangalyaan

  2. Chandrayaan

  3. Gaganyaan

  4. Vikram
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Mangalyaan, also known as the Mars Orbiter Mission, was India's first mission to Mars, launched in 2013.

Multiple choice

Which Indian spacecraft successfully landed on the Moon in 2008?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Vikram
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Chandrayaan-1 was India's first lunar mission, which successfully entered lunar orbit in 2008 and carried out various scientific experiments.

Multiple choice

What was the primary objective of the Chandrayaan-1 mission?

  1. To search for signs of life on the Moon

  2. To study the lunar atmosphere and climate

  3. To map the surface of the Moon

  4. To return samples from the Moon
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The primary objective of the Chandrayaan-1 mission was to map the surface of the Moon in detail and study its composition and mineralogy.