ISRO's Spacecraft and Missions

Description: This quiz is about ISRO's Spacecraft and Missions. It covers various spacecraft and missions undertaken by ISRO, including their objectives, achievements, and significance.
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Which ISRO spacecraft was the first to successfully orbit Mars?

  1. Mangalyaan

  2. Chandrayaan-1

  3. INSAT-1A

  4. Aryabhata


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mangalyaan, also known as the Mars Orbiter Mission, was India's first interplanetary mission and successfully entered Mars' orbit in September 2014.

What was the primary objective of the Chandrayaan-1 mission?

  1. To study the lunar surface and atmosphere

  2. To search for water on the Moon

  3. To deploy a rover on the Moon

  4. To establish a permanent human presence on the Moon


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandrayaan-1 was India's first lunar mission, launched in 2008. Its primary objective was to study the lunar surface and atmosphere, including composition, mineralogy, and topography.

Which ISRO spacecraft was the first to carry an Indian astronaut into space?

  1. Gaganyaan

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. INSAT-1A


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gaganyaan is India's first human spaceflight mission, scheduled for launch in 2023. It aims to carry three Indian astronauts into space and orbit Earth for seven days.

What is the primary objective of the Aditya-L1 mission?

  1. To study the Sun's corona

  2. To search for exoplanets

  3. To study the effects of space weather on Earth

  4. To develop new spacecraft technologies


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aditya-L1 is a proposed ISRO mission to study the Sun's corona, including its structure, dynamics, and heating mechanisms. It is expected to be launched in 2023.

Which ISRO spacecraft was the first to be launched using the Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV)?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. INSAT-1A

  3. Bhaskara-1

  4. Rohini


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was India's first satellite, launched in 1975 using the PSLV. It was designed to study the Earth's atmosphere and ionosphere.

What was the primary objective of the INSAT series of satellites?

  1. To provide communication services

  2. To monitor weather patterns

  3. To study Earth resources

  4. To conduct scientific experiments


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The INSAT series of satellites are primarily used to provide communication services, including television, radio, and telephone. They also play a role in weather forecasting and disaster management.

Which ISRO spacecraft was the first to be launched using the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV)?

  1. GSAT-1

  2. INSAT-2A

  3. EDUSAT

  4. KALPANA-1


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

GSAT-1 was India's first satellite to be launched using the GSLV. It was launched in 2001 and is used for communication purposes.

What is the primary objective of the RISAT series of satellites?

  1. To study the Earth's surface

  2. To monitor weather patterns

  3. To conduct scientific experiments

  4. To provide communication services


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The RISAT series of satellites are primarily used to study the Earth's surface, including land use, vegetation, and soil moisture. They also play a role in disaster management and environmental monitoring.

Which ISRO spacecraft was the first to be launched using the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV)?

  1. EOS-01

  2. EOS-02

  3. Microsat-R

  4. RISAT-2BR1


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

EOS-01 was India's first satellite to be launched using the SSLV. It was launched in 2022 and is used for Earth observation purposes.

What is the primary objective of the Cartosat series of satellites?

  1. To study the Earth's surface

  2. To monitor weather patterns

  3. To conduct scientific experiments

  4. To provide communication services


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Cartosat series of satellites are primarily used to study the Earth's surface, including land use, vegetation, and soil moisture. They also play a role in disaster management and environmental monitoring.

Which ISRO spacecraft was the first to be launched using the Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV)?

  1. RLV-TD

  2. RLV-NT

  3. RLV-BN

  4. RLV-AG


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

RLV-TD was India's first spacecraft to be launched using the RLV. It was launched in 2016 and is used to test the technologies required for reusable launch vehicles.

What is the primary objective of the Astrosat mission?

  1. To study the Sun

  2. To study the Moon

  3. To study planets

  4. To study stars and galaxies


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Astrosat is a multi-wavelength space observatory launched by ISRO in 2015. Its primary objective is to study stars and galaxies, including their formation, evolution, and properties.

Which ISRO spacecraft was the first to be launched using the Semi-Cryogenic Engine (SCE)?

  1. GSLV Mk III

  2. GSLV Mk II

  3. PSLV

  4. SSLV


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

GSLV Mk III was India's first spacecraft to be launched using the SCE. It was launched in 2017 and is used to launch heavy satellites into orbit.

What is the primary objective of the Chandrayaan-2 mission?

  1. To study the lunar surface and atmosphere

  2. To search for water on the Moon

  3. To deploy a rover on the Moon

  4. To establish a permanent human presence on the Moon


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Chandrayaan-2 was India's second lunar mission, launched in 2019. Its primary objective was to deploy a rover, Vikram, on the Moon's surface to study its composition and geology.

Which ISRO spacecraft was the first to be launched using the Human-Rated Launch Vehicle (HRLV)?

  1. Gaganyaan

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. INSAT-1A


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gaganyaan is India's first human spaceflight mission, scheduled for launch in 2023. It aims to carry three Indian astronauts into space and orbit Earth for seven days.

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