Government Policies on Astronomy and International Relations

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Which government agency is responsible for coordinating astronomy research and activities in India?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

  2. Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)

  3. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)

  4. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

ISRO is the nodal agency for astronomy research and activities in India. It is responsible for planning, promoting, and implementing astronomy programs and projects.

What is the primary objective of the Government of India's Astronomy Policy?

  1. To promote astronomy research and education

  2. To develop advanced astronomical instruments and technologies

  3. To facilitate international collaboration in astronomy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary objective of the Government of India's Astronomy Policy is to promote astronomy research and education, develop advanced astronomical instruments and technologies, and facilitate international collaboration in astronomy.

Which international organization plays a crucial role in promoting international cooperation in astronomy?

  1. International Astronomical Union (IAU)

  2. European Southern Observatory (ESO)

  3. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Astronomical Union (IAU) is the international organization that promotes international cooperation in astronomy. It facilitates the exchange of information, promotes the development of astronomy, and establishes standards for astronomical research.

What is the significance of international collaboration in astronomy?

  1. It allows astronomers to share data and resources

  2. It enables astronomers to tackle large-scale projects

  3. It helps to promote scientific diplomacy

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

International collaboration in astronomy allows astronomers to share data and resources, enables them to tackle large-scale projects, and helps to promote scientific diplomacy.

Which international treaty governs the use of outer space for peaceful purposes?

  1. Outer Space Treaty

  2. Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty

  3. Paris Agreement

  4. Kyoto Protocol


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Outer Space Treaty is the international treaty that governs the use of outer space for peaceful purposes. It prohibits the placement of weapons of mass destruction in orbit around Earth or on the Moon, and it requires states to cooperate in the exploration and use of outer space.

What is the role of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) in promoting international cooperation in space?

  1. It coordinates international space activities

  2. It promotes the peaceful use of outer space

  3. It facilitates the exchange of information on space science and technology

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) coordinates international space activities, promotes the peaceful use of outer space, and facilitates the exchange of information on space science and technology.

Which international organization is responsible for promoting cooperation in space research and exploration?

  1. Committee on Space Research (COSPAR)

  2. International Space Station (ISS)

  3. European Space Agency (ESA)

  4. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) is the international organization responsible for promoting cooperation in space research and exploration. It facilitates the exchange of information, promotes the development of space science, and establishes standards for space research.

What is the purpose of the International Space Station (ISS)?

  1. To conduct scientific research in space

  2. To test new technologies for space exploration

  3. To promote international cooperation in space

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the International Space Station (ISS) is to conduct scientific research in space, test new technologies for space exploration, and promote international cooperation in space.

Which international organization is responsible for coordinating global efforts in astronomy?

  1. International Astronomical Union (IAU)

  2. European Southern Observatory (ESO)

  3. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Astronomical Union (IAU) is the international organization responsible for coordinating global efforts in astronomy. It facilitates the exchange of information, promotes the development of astronomy, and establishes standards for astronomical research.

What is the significance of the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project?

  1. It is the largest radio telescope in the world

  2. It will help astronomers study the early universe

  3. It will allow astronomers to detect gravitational waves

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project is the largest radio telescope in the world. It will help astronomers study the early universe, detect gravitational waves, and explore the mysteries of the cosmos.

Which international organization is responsible for promoting cooperation in space exploration?

  1. International Space Exploration Coordination Group (ISECG)

  2. International Space Station (ISS)

  3. European Space Agency (ESA)

  4. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Space Exploration Coordination Group (ISECG) is the international organization responsible for promoting cooperation in space exploration. It facilitates the exchange of information, promotes the development of space exploration technologies, and establishes standards for space exploration.

What is the purpose of the Artemis program?

  1. To send humans back to the Moon

  2. To establish a permanent human presence on the Moon

  3. To explore the Moon's resources

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the Artemis program is to send humans back to the Moon, establish a permanent human presence on the Moon, and explore the Moon's resources.

Which international organization is responsible for promoting cooperation in space science and technology?

  1. Committee on Space Research (COSPAR)

  2. International Space Station (ISS)

  3. European Space Agency (ESA)

  4. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Committee on Space Research (COSPAR) is the international organization responsible for promoting cooperation in space science and technology. It facilitates the exchange of information, promotes the development of space science, and establishes standards for space research.

What is the significance of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST)?

  1. It is the most powerful space telescope ever built

  2. It will allow astronomers to study the early universe

  3. It will help astronomers search for exoplanets

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is the most powerful space telescope ever built. It will allow astronomers to study the early universe, search for exoplanets, and explore the mysteries of the cosmos.

Which international organization is responsible for promoting cooperation in space education and outreach?

  1. International Space Education Board (ISEB)

  2. International Space Station (ISS)

  3. European Space Agency (ESA)

  4. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The International Space Education Board (ISEB) is the international organization responsible for promoting cooperation in space education and outreach. It facilitates the exchange of information, promotes the development of space education programs, and establishes standards for space education.

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