General Awareness ยท Science General

ISRO Missions and Satellites

1,961 Questions

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.

Chandrayaan missionsMangalyaan orbitSolar exploration missionsIndian astronautsMeteorological satellites

ISRO Missions and Satellites Questions

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite is known for its role in providing communication services?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. INSAT-1B

  4. Rohini
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

INSAT-1B was India's first multipurpose satellite, providing communication services such as television, radio, and telephone.

Multiple choice

What was the primary objective of the Chandrayaan-2 mission?

  1. To study the lunar surface

  2. To search for water on the Moon

  3. To deploy a rover on the Moon

  4. To establish a lunar base
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The primary objective of the Chandrayaan-2 mission was to study the lunar surface, including its composition, structure, and mineralogy.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite was used for remote sensing applications?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. INSAT-1B

  4. Rohini
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Bhaskara was India's first satellite dedicated to remote sensing applications, providing data on agriculture, forestry, and water resources.

Multiple choice

What was the name of India's first geostationary satellite?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. INSAT-1B

  4. Rohini
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

INSAT-1B was India's first geostationary satellite, providing communication and meteorological services.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite was used for educational purposes?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. INSAT-1B

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

Rohini was India's first satellite used for educational purposes, providing live television broadcasts to schools across the country.

Multiple choice

Which Indian rocket is used to launch satellites into orbit?

  1. Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)

  2. Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV)

  3. Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)

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

The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) is India's primary rocket used to launch satellites into orbit.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's heavy-lift rocket?

  1. Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)

  2. Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV)

  3. Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)

  4. Vikram-S
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) is India's heavy-lift rocket, capable of launching satellites into geostationary orbit.

Multiple choice

Which Indian rocket is designed to launch small satellites?

  1. Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)

  2. Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV)

  3. Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)

  4. Vikram-S
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) is India's rocket designed specifically for launching small satellites into orbit.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's reusable launch vehicle?

  1. Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)

  2. Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV)

  3. Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)

  4. Vikram-S
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Vikram-S is India's reusable launch vehicle, designed to reduce the cost of space missions.

Multiple choice

Which Indian space mission is aimed at sending a rover to the Moon?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Gaganyaan
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Chandrayaan-2 was India's mission aimed at sending a rover to the Moon, although the lander component of the mission did not successfully land on the lunar surface.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's first artificial satellite?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. Brahmagupta

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

Aryabhata, named after the ancient Indian mathematician and astronomer, was India's first artificial satellite. It was launched in 1975 and was used for studying the Earth's atmosphere and ionosphere.

Multiple choice

Which Indian space agency is responsible for the country's space program?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  2. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

  3. European Space Agency (ESA)

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

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is the national space agency of India. It is responsible for the country's space program, including the development and launch of satellites, rockets, and spacecraft.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's first lunar mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

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

Chandrayaan-1 was India's first lunar mission, launched in 2008. It successfully orbited the Moon and conducted various scientific experiments, including mapping the lunar surface and studying its composition.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian space agency responsible for the country'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)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is the national space agency of India, responsible for the country's space exploration, satellite development, and launch vehicle programs.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite was launched to study the Sun's corona?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. GSAT-19
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Aditya-L1 is India's first dedicated mission to study the Sun's corona, providing valuable insights into solar activity and its impact on Earth's climate and space weather.