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Unveiling the Mysteries of the Universe: Indian Contributions to Astrophysics

Description: This quiz delves into the profound contributions made by Indian scientists and astronomers to the field of astrophysics, shedding light on their groundbreaking discoveries and theories that have expanded our understanding of the universe.
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Which Indian astrophysicist is renowned for his pioneering work on the theory of black holes and gravitational singularities?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Homi J. Bhabha

  4. Meghnad Saha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, an Indian-American astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the theory of black holes and gravitational singularities. His work laid the foundation for understanding the behavior of matter under extreme gravitational conditions.

What is the name of the Indian space observatory launched in 2014 to study X-ray sources in the universe?

  1. AstroSat

  2. Chandrayaan-1

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. INSAT-3D


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

AstroSat is India's first dedicated space observatory designed to study X-ray sources in the universe. It was launched in 2014 and has made significant contributions to our understanding of black holes, neutron stars, and other high-energy phenomena.

Which Indian scientist proposed the theory of neutrino oscillations, a phenomenon that explains the observed deficit of solar neutrinos?

  1. C.V. Raman

  2. Homi J. Bhabha

  3. Meghnad Saha

  4. Satyendra Nath Bose


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Satyendra Nath Bose, an Indian physicist, proposed the theory of neutrino oscillations in 1956. This theory explains the observed deficit of solar neutrinos by suggesting that neutrinos can change from one type to another as they travel through space.

What is the name of the Indian radio telescope located in Ooty, Tamil Nadu, which has played a crucial role in studying pulsars and other radio sources?

  1. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)

  2. Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)

  3. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  4. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) is a radio telescope located in Ooty, Tamil Nadu. It consists of 30 fully steerable parabolic radio telescopes, each 45 meters in diameter. The GMRT has been instrumental in studying pulsars, radio galaxies, and other radio sources.

Which Indian astronomer discovered the first radio galaxy, Cygnus A, in 1946?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. J.C. Bhattacharya

  3. Meghnad Saha

  4. Vikram Sarabhai


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

J.C. Bhattacharya, an Indian astronomer, discovered the first radio galaxy, Cygnus A, in 1946. This discovery marked a significant milestone in the field of radio astronomy and led to the identification of many more radio galaxies and quasars.

What is the name of the Indian satellite launched in 2008 to study the Sun's corona and its impact on Earth's climate?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. INSAT-3D

  4. Aditya-L1


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aditya-L1 is an Indian satellite launched in 2008 to study the Sun's corona and its impact on Earth's climate. It is the first Indian mission dedicated to studying the Sun and is expected to provide valuable insights into solar activity and its effects on Earth.

Which Indian astrophysicist is known for his work on the theory of cosmic inflation, a model that explains the rapid expansion of the universe in its early stages?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Homi J. Bhabha

  4. Ashoke Sen


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ashoke Sen, an Indian astrophysicist, is known for his work on the theory of cosmic inflation. He proposed a string theory-based model of inflation that provides a framework for understanding the rapid expansion of the universe in its early stages.

What is the name of the Indian satellite launched in 2013 to study the Earth's magnetosphere and its interaction with the solar wind?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. INSAT-3D

  4. RISAT-1


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

RISAT-1 is an Indian satellite launched in 2013 to study the Earth's magnetosphere and its interaction with the solar wind. It is equipped with a synthetic aperture radar (SAR) that can penetrate clouds and darkness, making it useful for studying various aspects of the Earth's environment.

Which Indian astronomer is renowned for his contributions to the study of stellar evolution and the formation of heavy elements in stars?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Homi J. Bhabha

  4. T. Padmanabhan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

T. Padmanabhan, an Indian astronomer, is renowned for his contributions to the study of stellar evolution and the formation of heavy elements in stars. He has proposed several theories and models that have helped us understand the processes that occur inside stars.

What is the name of the Indian space mission launched in 2014 to study Mars and search for signs of past or present life on the Red Planet?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. INSAT-3D

  4. Aditya-L1


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mangalyaan is an Indian space mission launched in 2014 to study Mars and search for signs of past or present life on the Red Planet. It was India's first interplanetary mission and successfully entered Mars' orbit in 2014.

Which Indian astrophysicist is known for his work on the theory of quantum gravity, a framework that seeks to unify the laws of gravity and quantum mechanics?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Homi J. Bhabha

  4. Amitabha Sen


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Amitabha Sen, an Indian astrophysicist, is known for his work on the theory of quantum gravity. He has proposed several theories and models that attempt to unify the laws of gravity and quantum mechanics, two fundamental theories that are currently incompatible.

What is the name of the Indian satellite launched in 2010 to study the Earth's atmosphere and climate?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. INSAT-3D

  4. Megha-Tropiques


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Megha-Tropiques is an Indian satellite launched in 2010 to study the Earth's atmosphere and climate. It is a joint mission between India and France and is equipped with instruments to measure various atmospheric parameters, including temperature, humidity, and wind speed.

Which Indian astrophysicist is known for his work on the theory of black hole thermodynamics, which explores the relationship between the laws of thermodynamics and the behavior of black holes?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Homi J. Bhabha

  4. Arvind Paranjape


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arvind Paranjape, an Indian astrophysicist, is known for his work on the theory of black hole thermodynamics. He has made significant contributions to our understanding of the relationship between the laws of thermodynamics and the behavior of black holes.

What is the name of the Indian satellite launched in 2019 to study the Earth's oceans and monitor sea surface temperature?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. INSAT-3D

  4. Oceansat-2


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Oceansat-2 is an Indian satellite launched in 2019 to study the Earth's oceans and monitor sea surface temperature. It is equipped with instruments to measure various oceanographic parameters, including sea surface temperature, ocean color, and sea surface height.

Which Indian astrophysicist is known for his work on the theory of cosmic strings, hypothetical one-dimensional objects that are predicted by some theories of particle physics?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Homi J. Bhabha

  4. Tanmay Vachaspati


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tanmay Vachaspati, an Indian astrophysicist, is known for his work on the theory of cosmic strings. He has made significant contributions to our understanding of the properties and behavior of cosmic strings, which are hypothetical one-dimensional objects that are predicted by some theories of particle physics.

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