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India's Role in Multi-Messenger Astrophysics: Combining Observations from Different Sources

Description: This quiz assesses your understanding of India's role in multi-messenger astrophysics, a field that combines observations from different sources to study cosmic phenomena.
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What is the primary goal of multi-messenger astrophysics?

  1. To study cosmic phenomena using observations from a single source.

  2. To combine observations from different sources to gain a comprehensive understanding of cosmic events.

  3. To develop new instruments and technologies for astronomical observations.

  4. To educate the public about astronomy and astrophysics.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Multi-messenger astrophysics aims to combine observations from different sources, such as electromagnetic radiation, gravitational waves, neutrinos, and cosmic rays, to obtain a more complete picture of cosmic phenomena.

Which Indian institution is a major contributor to multi-messenger astrophysics research?

  1. Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)

  2. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)

  3. Physical Research Laboratory (PRL)

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), and Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) are all major contributors to multi-messenger astrophysics research in India.

What is the name of the Indian observatory that played a crucial role in the detection of gravitational waves from a binary neutron star merger in 2017?

  1. LIGO India

  2. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)

  3. AstroSat

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

LIGO India, located in Hanford, Washington, USA, is the Indian observatory that played a crucial role in the detection of gravitational waves from a binary neutron star merger in 2017.

Which Indian satellite is dedicated to multi-wavelength astronomy, enabling observations across a wide range of the electromagnetic spectrum?

  1. AstroSat

  2. INSAT-3D

  3. Chandrayaan-2

  4. Mangalyaan

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

AstroSat is India's first dedicated multi-wavelength astronomy satellite, capable of observing celestial objects in X-ray, ultraviolet, visible, and infrared wavelengths.

What is the primary scientific objective of the Indian Neutrino Observatory (INO)?

  1. To study neutrino oscillations and neutrino mass hierarchy.

  2. To detect dark matter particles.

  3. To search for extraterrestrial life.

  4. To observe cosmic rays.

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary scientific objective of the Indian Neutrino Observatory (INO) is to study neutrino oscillations and determine the neutrino mass hierarchy.

Which Indian astronomer played a significant role in the development of the LIGO gravitational wave detector?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. C. V. Raman

  3. Vikram Sarabhai

  4. B. K. S. Iyengar

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

B. K. S. Iyengar, an Indian physicist and engineer, played a significant role in the development of the LIGO gravitational wave detector.

What is the name of the Indian telescope array that is used to study cosmic rays?

  1. Himalayan Cosmic Ray Observatory (HiCOR)

  2. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)

  3. AstroSat

  4. LIGO India

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayan Cosmic Ray Observatory (HiCOR) is an Indian telescope array located in the Himalayas, which is used to study cosmic rays.

Which Indian institution is responsible for coordinating and promoting multi-messenger astrophysics research in the country?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

  2. Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)

  3. University Grants Commission (UGC)

  4. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) is responsible for coordinating and promoting multi-messenger astrophysics research in India.

What is the name of the Indian initiative that aims to establish a national gravitational wave observatory?

  1. Indian Gravitational Wave Observatory (IGWO)

  2. LIGO India

  3. AstroSat

  4. Himalayan Cosmic Ray Observatory (HiCOR)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Gravitational Wave Observatory (IGWO) is an initiative to establish a national gravitational wave observatory in India.

Which Indian scientist is known for his contributions to the field of neutrino astrophysics?

  1. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

  2. C. V. Raman

  3. Vikram Sarabhai

  4. Sanjeev Dhurandhar

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sanjeev Dhurandhar, an Indian physicist, is known for his contributions to the field of neutrino astrophysics.

What is the name of the Indian observatory that is dedicated to observing gamma-ray bursts?

  1. AstroSat

  2. Himalayan Cosmic Ray Observatory (HiCOR)

  3. Indian Gravitational Wave Observatory (IGWO)

  4. TACTIC (Tracking Active Galactic Nuclei with Compton Telescope)

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

TACTIC (Tracking Active Galactic Nuclei with Compton Telescope) is an Indian observatory dedicated to observing gamma-ray bursts.

Which Indian institution is involved in the development of the LIGO-India gravitational wave detector?

  1. Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)

  2. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)

  3. Physical Research Laboratory (PRL)

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA), Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), and Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) are all involved in the development of the LIGO-India gravitational wave detector.

What is the name of the Indian satellite that is dedicated to studying X-ray sources in the universe?

  1. AstroSat

  2. INSAT-3D

  3. Chandrayaan-2

  4. Mangalyaan

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

AstroSat is India's first dedicated X-ray astronomy satellite, capable of studying X-ray sources in the universe.

Which Indian institution is responsible for coordinating and promoting astronomical research in the country?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

  2. Department of Atomic Energy (DAE)

  3. University Grants Commission (UGC)

  4. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is responsible for coordinating and promoting astronomical research in India.

What is the name of the Indian observatory that is dedicated to observing cosmic rays?

  1. Himalayan Cosmic Ray Observatory (HiCOR)

  2. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)

  3. AstroSat

  4. LIGO India

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayan Cosmic Ray Observatory (HiCOR) is an Indian observatory located in the Himalayas, which is dedicated to observing cosmic rays.

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