ISRO's Space Law and Treaties

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What is the full form of ISRO?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation

  2. Indian Space Research Organization

  3. Indian Space Research Organization and Technology

  4. Indian Space Research Organisation of Technology


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

ISRO stands for Indian Space Research Organisation.

When was ISRO established?

  1. 1962

  2. 1969

  3. 1972

  4. 1975


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

ISRO was established on August 15, 1969.

Who was the first Chairman of ISRO?

  1. Dr. Vikram Sarabhai

  2. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

  3. Dr. K. Kasturirangan

  4. Dr. G. Madhavan Nair


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. Vikram Sarabhai was the first Chairman of ISRO.

What is the main objective of ISRO?

  1. To promote the development and utilisation of space science and technology for the benefit of mankind

  2. To promote the development and utilisation of space science and technology for the benefit of India

  3. To promote the development and utilisation of space science and technology for the benefit of the world

  4. To promote the development and utilisation of space science and technology for the benefit of all


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of ISRO is to promote the development and utilisation of space science and technology for the benefit of mankind.

Which is the first satellite launched by ISRO?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. Rohini

  4. APPLE


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was the first satellite launched by ISRO.

Which is the first Indian astronaut to go to space?

  1. Rakesh Sharma

  2. Kalpana Chawla

  3. Sunita Williams

  4. Yuri Gagarin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rakesh Sharma was the first Indian astronaut to go to space.

What is the name of the first Indian lunar mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Gaganyaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandrayaan-1 was the first Indian lunar mission.

What is the name of the first Indian Mars mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Gaganyaan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mangalyaan was the first Indian Mars mission.

What is the name of the first Indian human spaceflight mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Gaganyaan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Gaganyaan is the first Indian human spaceflight mission.

Which international space law treaty has India signed?

  1. Outer Space Treaty

  2. Rescue Agreement

  3. Liability Convention

  4. Registration Convention


Correct Option:
Explanation:

India has signed all of the above international space law treaties.

What is the purpose of the Outer Space Treaty?

  1. To prevent the militarization of space

  2. To promote international cooperation in space exploration

  3. To establish a legal framework for space activities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the Outer Space Treaty is to prevent the militarization of space, promote international cooperation in space exploration, and establish a legal framework for space activities.

What is the purpose of the Rescue Agreement?

  1. To provide for the rescue and return of astronauts in distress

  2. To provide for the return of space objects to their country of origin

  3. To provide for the prevention of harmful interference with space activities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of the Rescue Agreement is to provide for the rescue and return of astronauts in distress.

What is the purpose of the Liability Convention?

  1. To establish a system of liability for damage caused by space objects

  2. To provide for the settlement of disputes arising from space activities

  3. To promote the peaceful use of outer space

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of the Liability Convention is to establish a system of liability for damage caused by space objects.

What is the purpose of the Registration Convention?

  1. To provide for the registration of space objects

  2. To provide for the exchange of information on space activities

  3. To promote the peaceful use of outer space

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of the Registration Convention is to provide for the registration of space objects.

What are the main provisions of the Outer Space Treaty?

  1. Space is free for exploration and use by all nations

  2. Space activities shall be conducted for peaceful purposes only

  3. Astronauts shall be regarded as envoys of mankind

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main provisions of the Outer Space Treaty are that space is free for exploration and use by all nations, space activities shall be conducted for peaceful purposes only, and astronauts shall be regarded as envoys of mankind.

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