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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

Which Indian space agency is responsible for the development and implementation of India's space program?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation (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 primary space agency of India, responsible for the development and execution of India's space program, including missions related to black hole research.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's first dedicated astronomy satellite?

  1. Astrosat

  2. Chandrayaan-1

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. GSAT-1
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Explanation

Astrosat is India's first dedicated astronomy satellite, launched in 2015, which carries five different instruments to study various celestial objects, including black holes.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian space mission that successfully placed a spacecraft in orbit around Mars?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. GSAT-1
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mangalyaan, also known as the Mars Orbiter Mission, was India's first interplanetary mission, successfully placing a spacecraft in orbit around Mars in 2014.

Multiple choice

Which instrument on board Mangalyaan was used to study the Martian atmosphere?

  1. Mars Color Camera (MCC)

  2. Thermal Infrared Imaging Spectrometer (TIS)

  3. Methane Sensor for Mars (MSM)

  4. Lyman Alpha Photometer (LAP)
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Methane Sensor for Mars (MSM) on board Mangalyaan was used to study the composition of the Martian atmosphere, including the presence of methane.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian space mission that successfully landed a spacecraft on the Moon?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Astrosat
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Explanation

Chandrayaan-1, launched in 2008, was India's first lunar mission, successfully placing a spacecraft in orbit around the Moon and conducting various scientific experiments.

Multiple choice

Which instrument on board Chandrayaan-1 was used to study the lunar surface?

  1. Terrain Mapping Camera (TMC)

  2. High Resolution Camera (HRC)

  3. Moon Mineralogy Mapper (M3)

  4. Lunar Laser Ranging Instrument (LLRI)
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Explanation

The Terrain Mapping Camera (TMC) on board Chandrayaan-1 was used to create detailed images of the lunar surface.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian space mission that aims to send a manned mission to space?

  1. Gaganyaan

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Astrosat
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Explanation

Gaganyaan is India's first manned space mission, aiming to send a crew of three astronauts into space and bring them back safely.

Multiple choice

Which Indian space agency is responsible for the development and implementation of the Gaganyaan mission?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation (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

ISRO is the primary space agency of India, responsible for the development and execution of India's space program, including the Gaganyaan mission.

Multiple choice

What is the primary objective of the Gaganyaan mission?

  1. Study of black holes and neutron stars

  2. Exploration of the Martian surface

  3. Sending a manned mission to space

  4. Observation of distant galaxies
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Explanation

The primary objective of the Gaganyaan mission is to send a crew of three astronauts into space and bring them back safely.

Multiple choice

When is the Gaganyaan mission scheduled to launch?

  1. 2023

  2. 2024

  3. 2025

  4. 2026
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Explanation

The Gaganyaan mission is scheduled to launch in 2023, marking a significant milestone in India's space exploration program.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite is primarily dedicated to providing high-resolution aerial photography data?

  1. INSAT-3D

  2. Resourcesat-2

  3. Cartosat-2

  4. Kalpana-1
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Cartosat-2 is an Indian satellite primarily dedicated to providing high-resolution aerial photography data, supporting various applications in mapping, urban planning, and disaster management.

Multiple choice

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

  1. AstroSat

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. RISAT-2B
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Explanation

AstroSat is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2017 to study dark matter and other astrophysical phenomena.

Multiple choice

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

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

  2. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

  3. European Space Agency (ESA)

  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
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Explanation

ISRO is the nodal agency of the Indian government responsible for space research and space applications.

Multiple choice

Which was India's first artificial satellite to be launched into orbit?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. Rohini

  4. Apple
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Explanation

Aryabhata was India's first artificial satellite, launched on April 19, 1975, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite is known as the 'Eye in the Sky'?

  1. INSAT-3D

  2. GSAT-15

  3. Cartosat-2

  4. Kalpana-1
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Explanation

INSAT-3D is a multi-purpose satellite that provides various services, including weather forecasting, disaster management, and telecommunications. It is also known as the 'Eye in the Sky' due to its ability to monitor the Earth's surface.