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Indian Science and Technology: Ancient Knowledge to Modern Innovations

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Which ancient Indian text is considered the earliest known treatise on medicine?

  1. Charaka Samhita

  2. Susruta Samhita

  3. Brihat Samhita

  4. Arthashastra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Charaka Samhita, attributed to the sage Charaka, is an ancient Indian medical text that deals with various aspects of medicine, including diagnosis, treatment, and surgery.

Who is known as the 'Father of Indian Surgery'?

  1. Charaka

  2. Susruta

  3. Bhaskaracharya

  4. Aryabhata


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Susruta, a renowned ancient Indian surgeon, is often referred to as the 'Father of Indian Surgery' for his contributions to the field of surgery, as described in his text, the Susruta Samhita.

Which ancient Indian mathematician developed the concept of zero?

  1. Bhaskaracharya

  2. Aryabhata

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Aryabhata, an ancient Indian mathematician and astronomer, is credited with developing the concept of zero and incorporating it into the Indian number system.

What is the name of the ancient Indian astronomical observatory built in the 16th century?

  1. Jantar Mantar

  2. Brihadeeswara Temple

  3. Khajuraho Temples

  4. Ajanta Caves


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jantar Mantar is a collection of astronomical observatories built by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the 16th century. It consists of several instruments used for observing celestial bodies and measuring time.

Which Indian scientist is known for his contributions to the field of rocketry and space technology?

  1. Vikram Sarabhai

  2. Homi J. Bhabha

  3. C.V. Raman

  4. Jagadish Chandra Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vikram Sarabhai, often referred to as the 'Father of the Indian Space Program,' played a pivotal role in establishing India's space research and technology initiatives.

What is the name of India's first artificial satellite?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. Chandrayaan-1

  4. Mangalyaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was India's first artificial satellite, launched in 1975. It was named after the ancient Indian mathematician and astronomer Aryabhata.

Which Indian scientist won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930?

  1. C.V. Raman

  2. Homi J. Bhabha

  3. Vikram Sarabhai

  4. Jagadish Chandra Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

C.V. Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930 for his discovery of the Raman effect, which involves the inelastic scattering of light.

What is the name of India's first lunar mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Gaganyaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandrayaan-1 was India's first lunar mission, launched in 2008. It successfully orbited the Moon and collected valuable scientific data.

Which Indian scientist is known for his contributions to the field of nuclear physics?

  1. Homi J. Bhabha

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. C.V. Raman

  4. Jagadish Chandra Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Homi J. Bhabha was a renowned Indian nuclear physicist who played a significant role in establishing India's nuclear research and development program.

What is the name of India's first interplanetary mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Gaganyaan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mangalyaan, also known as the Mars Orbiter Mission, was India's first interplanetary mission, launched in 2013. It successfully reached Mars and continues to orbit the planet.

Which Indian scientist is known for his contributions to the field of botany and plant physiology?

  1. Jagadish Chandra Bose

  2. Homi J. Bhabha

  3. C.V. Raman

  4. Vikram Sarabhai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jagadish Chandra Bose was a renowned Indian scientist known for his pioneering work in the field of botany and plant physiology.

What is the name of India's first manned space mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Gaganyaan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gaganyaan is India's first manned space mission, planned to launch in the near future. It aims to send a crew of three astronauts into space.

Which ancient Indian text is considered the earliest known treatise on metallurgy?

  1. Arthashastra

  2. Brihat Samhita

  3. Susruta Samhita

  4. Charaka Samhita


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Arthashastra, attributed to Kautilya, is an ancient Indian text that covers various aspects of statecraft, including metallurgy and the extraction of metals.

Who is known as the 'Father of Indian Chemistry'?

  1. P.C. Ray

  2. J.C. Ghosh

  3. S.N. Bose

  4. M.N. Saha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

P.C. Ray, a renowned Indian chemist, is often referred to as the 'Father of Indian Chemistry' for his contributions to the field, including his work on the synthesis of organic compounds.

Which Indian scientist is known for his contributions to the field of quantum mechanics?

  1. S.N. Bose

  2. M.N. Saha

  3. P.C. Ray

  4. J.C. Ghosh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

S.N. Bose, a renowned Indian physicist, is known for his contributions to the field of quantum mechanics, particularly for his work on the Bose-Einstein statistics.

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