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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 upcoming Indian mission to study the Sun?

  1. Aditya L1

  2. Chandrayaan 3

  3. Mangalyaan 2

  4. NISAR
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Explanation

Aditya L1 is an upcoming Indian mission to study the Sun that is scheduled to be launched in 2023.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite is used to study the Earth's atmosphere and climate?

  1. INSAT-3D

  2. Kalpana-1

  3. Megha-Tropiques

  4. SARAL
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Explanation

INSAT-3D is an Indian satellite that is used to study the Earth's atmosphere and climate.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the upcoming Indian mission to study the Moon?

  1. Chandrayaan 3

  2. Mangalyaan 2

  3. Aditya L1

  4. NISAR
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Explanation

Chandrayaan 3 is an upcoming Indian mission to study the Moon that is scheduled to be launched in 2023.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite is used to study the Earth's oceans?

  1. Oceansat-2

  2. INSAT-3D

  3. Kalpana-1

  4. Megha-Tropiques
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Explanation

Oceansat-2 is an Indian satellite that is used to study the Earth's oceans.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the upcoming Indian mission to study the Earth's surface?

  1. NISAR

  2. Chandrayaan 3

  3. Mangalyaan 2

  4. Aditya L1
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Explanation

NISAR is an upcoming Indian mission to study the Earth's surface that is scheduled to be launched in 2023.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite is used to study the Earth's land surface?

  1. Resourcesat-2

  2. INSAT-3D

  3. Kalpana-1

  4. Megha-Tropiques
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Explanation

Resourcesat-2 is an Indian satellite that is used to study the Earth's land surface.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the upcoming Indian mission to study the Earth's atmosphere?

  1. Megha-Tropiques

  2. Chandrayaan 3

  3. Mangalyaan 2

  4. Aditya L1
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Explanation

Megha-Tropiques is an upcoming Indian mission to study the Earth's atmosphere that is scheduled to be launched in 2023.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite is used to study the Earth's gravity field?

  1. GRACE-FO

  2. INSAT-3D

  3. Kalpana-1

  4. Megha-Tropiques
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Explanation

GRACE-FO is an Indian satellite that is used to study the Earth's gravity field.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the upcoming Indian mission to study the Earth's magnetic field?

  1. SWARM

  2. Chandrayaan 3

  3. Mangalyaan 2

  4. Aditya L1
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Explanation

SWARM is an upcoming Indian mission to study the Earth's magnetic field that is scheduled to be launched in 2023.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite is used to study the Earth's ionosphere?

  1. SROSS-C2

  2. INSAT-3D

  3. Kalpana-1

  4. Megha-Tropiques
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Explanation

SROSS-C2 is an Indian satellite that is used to study the Earth's ionosphere.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the first Indian satellite dedicated to the study of black holes?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. INSAT-3D
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Astrosat is India's first dedicated astronomy satellite, launched in 2015. It carries five instruments designed to study various aspects of the universe, including black holes, neutron stars, and other celestial objects.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian space agency responsible for the development and launch of Astrosat?

  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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Explanation

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is the national space agency of India. It is responsible for the development and launch of Astrosat and other Indian space missions.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that is used to study galaxy interactions?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. INSAT-3D
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Astrosat is an Indian satellite that is used to study a variety of astronomical objects, including galaxies and their interactions.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that is used to study the cosmic microwave background?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. INSAT-3D
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D Correct answer
Explanation

INSAT-3D is an Indian satellite that is used to study a variety of astronomical objects, including the cosmic microwave background.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that is used to study the formation of galaxies?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. INSAT-3D
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Explanation

Chandrayaan-1 is an Indian satellite that was used to study a variety of astronomical objects, including the formation of galaxies.