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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 India's first interplanetary mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Vikram
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Mangalyaan is India's first interplanetary mission. It was launched in 2013 and successfully reached Mars in 2014. The mission aimed to study the Martian atmosphere, surface, and mineralogy.

Multiple choice

Which Indian satellite is used for earth observation purposes?

  1. Resourcesat-1

  2. Resourcesat-2

  3. Cartosat-1

  4. Cartosat-2
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Explanation

Resourcesat-1 is an Indian satellite used for earth observation purposes. It was launched in 2003 and provides data on land use, vegetation, water resources, and other environmental parameters.

Multiple choice

What is the name of India's first space station?

  1. Gaganyaan

  2. Chandrayaan-1

  3. Chandrayaan-2

  4. Mangalyaan
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Explanation

Gaganyaan is India's first space station. It is currently under development and is expected to be launched in 2023. The space station will be used for conducting scientific experiments, spacewalks, and other space-related activities.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian astronomical mission that was designed to study the magnetic fields of the Sun and other celestial objects?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. Astrosat
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Astrosat is an Indian astronomical mission that was launched in 2015 and is equipped with instruments to study the magnetic fields of the Sun and other celestial objects.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the first Indian remote sensing satellite developed by the Space Applications Centre (SAC)?

  1. IRS-1A

  2. IRS-1B

  3. IRS-1C

  4. IRS-1D
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Explanation

IRS-1A was the first Indian remote sensing satellite launched in 1988.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the advanced remote sensing satellite series developed by the Space Applications Centre (SAC)?

  1. RISAT

  2. OCEANSAT

  3. CARTOSAT

  4. INSAT
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Explanation

RISAT (Radar Imaging Satellite) is an advanced remote sensing satellite series developed by SAC.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Earth observation satellite series developed by the Space Applications Centre (SAC) for high-resolution imaging?

  1. CARTOSAT

  2. RISAT

  3. OCEANSAT

  4. INSAT
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Explanation

CARTOSAT (Cartography Satellite) is the Earth observation satellite series developed by SAC for high-resolution imaging.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the satellite series developed by the Space Applications Centre (SAC) for oceanographic studies?

  1. OCEANSAT

  2. CARTOSAT

  3. RISAT

  4. INSAT
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Explanation

OCEANSAT (Ocean Satellite) is the satellite series developed by SAC for oceanographic studies.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian military's space command?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

  2. Indian Air Force

  3. Indian Navy

  4. Indian Army
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Explanation

The Indian military's space command is called the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).

Multiple choice

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

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. Saral
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Astrosat is an Indian spacecraft that was launched in 2015 to study various astronomical objects, including comets. It carries a suite of instruments that allow scientists to observe comets in multiple wavelengths, providing valuable information about their composition and structure.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian cometary mission that is currently under development?

  1. Chandrayaan-3

  2. Mangalyaan-2

  3. Astrosat-2

  4. Comet Interceptor
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Comet Interceptor is an Indian cometary mission that is currently under development. It aims to intercept and study a pristine comet that has not been significantly altered by solar radiation. The mission is expected to provide valuable insights into the composition and structure of comets.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian cometary mission that was proposed but not approved?

  1. Chandrayaan-3

  2. Mangalyaan-2

  3. Astrosat-2

  4. Comet Mission
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Comet Mission was an Indian cometary mission that was proposed but not approved. The mission aimed to study the composition and structure of a comet using a spacecraft equipped with various instruments.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was launched to study gamma-ray bursts and other high-energy phenomena?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Astrosat

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. INSAT-3D
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Astrosat, also known as the Indian Space Observatory, is a multi-wavelength satellite launched by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) in 2015. It carries instruments capable of detecting and studying gamma-ray bursts and other high-energy cosmic sources.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Indian astronomical mission that is planned to study gamma-ray bursts and other high-energy cosmic sources in the future?

  1. Chandrayaan-3

  2. Mangalyaan-3

  3. NISAR

  4. Aditya-L1
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C Correct answer
Explanation

NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) is a planned Indian astronomical mission that will study gamma-ray bursts and other high-energy cosmic sources. It is a joint mission between NASA and ISRO and is expected to provide valuable insights into these phenomena.

Multiple choice

Which satellite mission is specifically dedicated to land use and land cover mapping in India?

  1. Resourcesat-1

  2. Cartosat-1

  3. RISAT-1

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

The Resourcesat-1 satellite, launched by ISRO in 2003, is specifically designed for land use and land cover mapping in India. It carries sensors that provide high-resolution imagery suitable for detailed land use classification and change detection analysis.