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Role of Observatories in India in Space Exploration

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the role of observatories in India in space exploration. It covers various aspects such as the history, significance, and contributions of observatories in India to the field of space exploration.
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Which of the following is the oldest astronomical observatory in India?

  1. Ujjain Observatory

  2. Jantar Mantar

  3. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ujjain Observatory, also known as the Vedhshala, is the oldest astronomical observatory in India. It was built in the 5th century BC by the astronomer and mathematician Aryabhata.

The Vainu Bappu Observatory is located in which state of India?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Karnataka

  3. Maharashtra

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vainu Bappu Observatory is located in Kavalur, Tamil Nadu. It is one of the largest optical observatories in Asia.

Which of the following observatories in India is known for its contributions to the study of solar physics?

  1. Udaipur Solar Observatory

  2. Kodaikanal Solar Observatory

  3. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, located in Tamil Nadu, is known for its contributions to the study of solar physics. It has been in operation since 1900 and has made significant observations of the Sun.

The Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) is located in which state of India?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) is located near Pune, Maharashtra. It is an array of 30 fully steerable parabolic radio telescopes, making it one of the largest radio telescopes in the world.

Which of the following observatories in India is dedicated to the study of cosmic rays?

  1. Udaipur Cosmic Ray Observatory

  2. Kodaikanal Cosmic Ray Observatory

  3. Vainu Bappu Cosmic Ray Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Cosmic Ray Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Udaipur Cosmic Ray Observatory, located in Rajasthan, is dedicated to the study of cosmic rays. It has been in operation since 1964 and has made significant contributions to the understanding of cosmic ray physics.

The Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) is located in which state of India?

  1. Uttarakhand

  2. Himachal Pradesh

  3. Jammu and Kashmir

  4. Sikkim


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) is located in Nainital, Uttarakhand. It is a premier research institute dedicated to astronomical and astrophysical research.

Which of the following observatories in India is known for its contributions to the study of gamma-ray astronomy?

  1. Udaipur Gamma-Ray Observatory

  2. Kodaikanal Gamma-Ray Observatory

  3. Vainu Bappu Gamma-Ray Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Gamma-Ray Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Udaipur Gamma-Ray Observatory, located in Rajasthan, is known for its contributions to the study of gamma-ray astronomy. It has been in operation since 1985 and has made significant observations of gamma-ray sources.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) operates a network of observatories known as the Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO). Which of the following is not a part of the IAO?

  1. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  2. Kodaikanal Solar Observatory

  3. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope

  4. Chandra X-ray Observatory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Chandra X-ray Observatory is a NASA mission and is not part of the Indian Astronomical Observatory (IAO) operated by ISRO.

The Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA) is a collaboration between which countries?

  1. India, Chile, and the United States

  2. India, Japan, and Australia

  3. India, China, and Russia

  4. India, France, and Germany


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Atacama Large Millimeter Array (ALMA) is a collaboration between India, Chile, and the United States. It is located in the Atacama Desert of Chile and is one of the most powerful radio telescopes in the world.

Which of the following observatories in India is known for its contributions to the study of infrared astronomy?

  1. Udaipur Infrared Observatory

  2. Kodaikanal Infrared Observatory

  3. Vainu Bappu Infrared Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Infrared Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Udaipur Infrared Observatory, located in Rajasthan, is known for its contributions to the study of infrared astronomy. It has been in operation since 1986 and has made significant observations of infrared sources.

The Indian Neutrino Observatory (INO) is an underground laboratory dedicated to the study of neutrinos. Which of the following states is it located in?

  1. Tamil Nadu

  2. Karnataka

  3. Madhya Pradesh

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Indian Neutrino Observatory (INO) is located in the Bodi Hills of Theni district, Tamil Nadu. It is an underground laboratory dedicated to the study of neutrinos.

The TIFR Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) is located in which state of India?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Uttar Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The TIFR Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) is located near Pune, Maharashtra. It is an array of 30 fully steerable parabolic radio telescopes, making it one of the largest radio telescopes in the world.

Which of the following observatories in India is known for its contributions to the study of X-ray astronomy?

  1. Udaipur X-ray Observatory

  2. Kodaikanal X-ray Observatory

  3. Vainu Bappu X-ray Observatory

  4. Aryabhata X-ray Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Udaipur X-ray Observatory, located in Rajasthan, is known for its contributions to the study of X-ray astronomy. It has been in operation since 1989 and has made significant observations of X-ray sources.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) operates a satellite tracking and telemetry network known as the Indian Deep Space Network (IDSN). Which of the following is not a part of the IDSN?

  1. Byalalu Tracking Station

  2. Sriharikota Tracking Station

  3. Goldstone Tracking Station

  4. Carnavon Tracking Station


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Goldstone Tracking Station is a NASA facility and is not part of the Indian Deep Space Network (IDSN) operated by ISRO.

The Vainu Bappu Observatory is known for its contributions to the study of which branch of astronomy?

  1. Optical Astronomy

  2. Radio Astronomy

  3. X-ray Astronomy

  4. Infrared Astronomy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vainu Bappu Observatory is known for its contributions to the study of optical astronomy. It has been in operation since 1968 and has made significant observations of various astronomical objects in the visible and near-infrared regions of the electromagnetic spectrum.

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