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The Role of Astronomy in Indian Space Exploration

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge on the role of astronomy in Indian space exploration. It covers various aspects of astronomy, such as its historical significance, contributions to space missions, and its impact on the development of space technology in India.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which Indian astronomer is known for his contributions to the understanding of planetary motion and the development of the heliocentric model of the solar system?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was an Indian astronomer and mathematician who lived in the 5th century CE. He proposed a heliocentric model of the solar system, in which the Earth and other planets revolve around the Sun. This model was later refined by Copernicus and Galileo.

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

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Rohini

  4. INSAT-1A

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

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

Which Indian space mission was designed to study the Martian atmosphere and surface?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mangalyaan was India's first mission to Mars, launched in 2013. It successfully entered Mars' orbit in 2014 and studied the planet's atmosphere and surface for over six years.

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

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: A
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Chandrayaan-1 was India's first lunar mission, launched in 2008. It successfully entered lunar orbit and conducted various scientific experiments.

Which Indian space mission is aimed at sending a manned mission to the moon?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gaganyaan is India's first manned space mission, which aims to send a crew of three astronauts to the moon. The mission is currently scheduled for launch in 2023.

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

  1. AstroSat

  2. INSAT-3D

  3. GSAT-15

  4. IRNSS-1A

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

AstroSat is India's first space telescope, launched in 2015. It is designed to study various astronomical objects, including stars, galaxies, and black holes.

Which Indian space mission was designed to study the Sun?

  1. Aditya-L1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aditya-L1 is India's first mission to study the Sun. It is scheduled for launch in 2023 and will be placed in a halo orbit around the Sun's Lagrange point 1 (L1).

What is the name of India's first reusable launch vehicle?

  1. RLV-TD

  2. GSLV Mk III

  3. PSLV

  4. Vikram-S

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

RLV-TD is India's first reusable launch vehicle. It was successfully tested in 2016 and is designed to reduce the cost of space missions.

Which Indian space mission is aimed at studying the Earth's atmosphere and climate?

  1. NISAR

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

NISAR is a joint mission between India and the United States, aimed at studying the Earth's atmosphere and climate. It is scheduled for launch in 2023.

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

  1. Mangalyaan

  2. Chandrayaan-1

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mangalyaan is India's first interplanetary mission, which successfully reached Mars in 2014.

Which Indian space mission is aimed at studying the Jupiter system?

  1. Jupiter Orbiter Mission

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jupiter Orbiter Mission is a proposed Indian space mission, aimed at studying the Jupiter system. It is currently in the planning stages.

What is the name of India's first mission to Venus?

  1. Venus Orbiter Mission

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Venus Orbiter Mission is a proposed Indian space mission, aimed at studying the planet Venus. It is currently in the planning stages.

Which Indian space mission is aimed at studying the Saturn system?

  1. Saturn Orbiter Mission

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Saturn Orbiter Mission is a proposed Indian space mission, aimed at studying the Saturn system. It is currently in the planning stages.

What is the name of India's first mission to Uranus?

  1. Uranus Orbiter Mission

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: A
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The Uranus Orbiter Mission is a proposed Indian space mission, aimed at studying the planet Uranus. It is currently in the planning stages.

Which Indian space mission is aimed at studying the Neptune system?

  1. Neptune Orbiter Mission

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Vikram

  4. Gaganyaan

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Neptune Orbiter Mission is a proposed Indian space mission, aimed at studying the Neptune system. It is currently in the planning stages.

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