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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 the Indian government's initiative to promote research in space science and technology, including the search for extraterrestrial life?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  2. Department of Space (DoS)

  3. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)

  4. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

ISRO is the nodal agency for space research in India and is responsible for promoting and coordinating research in space science and technology, including the search for extraterrestrial life.

Multiple choice

Which Indian government agency is responsible for promoting and coordinating research in space science, including the search for extraterrestrial life?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  2. Department of Space (DoS)

  3. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)

  4. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

ISRO is the nodal agency for space research in India and is responsible for promoting and coordinating research in space science, including the search for extraterrestrial life.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian space agency?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization

  2. National Aeronautics and Space Administration

  3. European Space Agency

  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is the national space agency of India.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the first Indian satellite to be launched into space?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. INSAT-1

  4. Rohini
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Explanation

Aryabhata was the first Indian satellite to be launched into space, on April 19, 1975.

Multiple choice

Which Indian space agency is responsible for the operation and management of NRSC?

  1. ISRO

  2. DOS

  3. DRDO

  4. DST
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Explanation

NRSC is operated and managed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).

Multiple choice

What is the name of the satellite data reception and processing facility located at NRSC?

  1. IRS Data Reception and Processing System (IDRPS)

  2. EDUSAT Data Reception and Processing System (EDURPS)

  3. INSAT Data Reception and Processing System (IDRPS)

  4. GSAT Data Reception and Processing System (GDRPS)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The IRS Data Reception and Processing System (IDRPS) is the satellite data reception and processing facility located at NRSC.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a major remote sensing satellite series operated by ISRO?

  1. IRS

  2. Resourcesat

  3. Cartosat

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

INSAT is a series of communication satellites operated by ISRO, not a remote sensing satellite series.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the NRSC's center for research and development in remote sensing and geospatial technologies?

  1. NRSC Research and Development Center (NRSC-RDC)

  2. NRSC Innovation and Incubation Center (NRSC-IIC)

  3. NRSC Advanced Research Center (NRSC-ARC)

  4. NRSC Technology Development Center (NRSC-TDC)
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The NRSC Research and Development Center (NRSC-RDC) is the center for research and development in remote sensing and geospatial technologies.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a major partner of NRSC in international collaborations?

  1. NASA

  2. ESA

  3. JAXA

  4. NOAA
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

NOAA is not a major partner of NRSC in international collaborations.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the NRSC's annual flagship event showcasing the latest advancements in remote sensing and geospatial technologies?

  1. NRSC Symposium

  2. NRSC Conference

  3. NRSC Expo

  4. NRSC Summit
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Explanation

The NRSC Symposium is the annual flagship event showcasing the latest advancements in remote sensing and geospatial technologies.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the NRSC's center for training and education in remote sensing and geospatial technologies?

  1. NRSC Training and Education Center (NRSC-TEC)

  2. NRSC Capacity Building Center (NRSC-CBC)

  3. NRSC Outreach and Extension Center (NRSC-OEC)

  4. NRSC Research and Development Center (NRSC-RDC)
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Explanation

The NRSC Training and Education Center (NRSC-TEC) is the center for training and education in remote sensing and geospatial technologies.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian space agency?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation

  2. National Aeronautics and Space Administration

  3. European Space Agency

  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the national space agency of India. It is responsible for the development and implementation of India's space program.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was launched in 2017 to study the Sun?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. Saral
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Aditya-L1 is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2017 to study the Sun. It is the first Indian satellite to be placed in a halo orbit around the Sun.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was launched in 2014 to study the Mars?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. Saral
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mangalyaan is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2014 to study the Mars. It is the first Indian satellite to be sent to another planet.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was launched in 2008 to study the Moon?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. Saral
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Chandrayaan-1 is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2008 to study the Moon. It was the first Indian satellite to be sent to the Moon.