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The Pioneering Contributions of Indian Astronomers to Black Hole Research

Description: This quiz delves into the pioneering contributions made by Indian astronomers in the field of black hole research, highlighting their significant discoveries and insights that have advanced our understanding of these enigmatic cosmic objects.
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Which renowned Indian astrophysicist is widely recognized for his seminal work on black holes and gravitational waves?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Homi J. Bhabha

  4. Jagadish Chandra Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, an Indian-American astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the study of black holes and gravitational waves. His work laid the foundation for understanding the behavior of matter under extreme conditions and the formation of black holes.

What is the name of the critical mass limit beyond which a star collapses under its own gravity to form a black hole?

  1. Chandrasekhar Limit

  2. Eddington Limit

  3. Jeans Limit

  4. Schwarzschild Radius


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Chandrasekhar Limit, named after Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, is the critical mass limit for a white dwarf star. If the mass of a white dwarf exceeds this limit, it collapses under its own gravity to form a black hole.

Which Indian astronomer played a pivotal role in the development of the theory of gravitational waves?

  1. C. V. Vishveshwara

  2. Jayant Narlikar

  3. T. Padmanabhan

  4. Biman B. Nath


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

C. V. Vishveshwara, an Indian physicist and astronomer, made significant contributions to the theory of gravitational waves. His work focused on the generation and propagation of gravitational waves in various astrophysical scenarios.

What is the name of the first Indian-led satellite mission dedicated to the study of black holes and other compact objects?

  1. Astrosat

  2. Chandrayaan-1

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. INSAT-3D


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Astrosat, also known as the Indian Space Observatory, is the first Indian-led satellite mission dedicated to the study of black holes, neutron stars, and other compact objects. It carries a suite of instruments designed to observe X-rays and ultraviolet radiation from these cosmic sources.

Which Indian astronomer made significant contributions to the understanding of the accretion disk around black holes?

  1. Biman B. Nath

  2. Jayant Narlikar

  3. T. Padmanabhan

  4. R. K. Anand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Biman B. Nath, an Indian astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the understanding of the accretion disk around black holes. His work focused on the physics of accretion disks and the emission of radiation from these regions.

What is the name of the Indian astronomical observatory located in the Himalayas, which is known for its contributions to black hole research?

  1. Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)

  2. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)

  3. Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)

  4. Vainu Bappu Observatory (VBO)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) is an Indian astronomical observatory located in the Himalayas. It has made significant contributions to black hole research, including the study of active galactic nuclei and the detection of gravitational waves.

Which Indian astronomer played a key role in the analysis of data from the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO), leading to the first direct detection of gravitational waves?

  1. B. S. Sathyaprakash

  2. P. Ajith

  3. Tarun Souradeep

  4. Sanjeev Dhurandhar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

B. S. Sathyaprakash, an Indian astrophysicist, played a key role in the analysis of data from the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO), which led to the first direct detection of gravitational waves in 2015.

What is the name of the Indian-American astrophysicist who made significant contributions to the study of black hole mergers and the formation of gravitational waves?

  1. Vijay Varma

  2. Priyamvada Natarajan

  3. Rashmi Sharma

  4. Narendra Nath Kapoor


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vijay Varma, an Indian-American astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the study of black hole mergers and the formation of gravitational waves. His work focused on understanding the dynamics and radiation emitted during these cosmic events.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the thermodynamics of black holes and the information paradox?

  1. Alok Laddha

  2. Tanmoy Bhattacharya

  3. Sumati Surya

  4. Pankaj Jain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alok Laddha, an Indian astrophysicist, is known for his work on the thermodynamics of black holes and the information paradox. His research focuses on understanding the behavior of matter and information in the vicinity of black holes.

What is the name of the Indian-led research collaboration that aims to study the properties of black holes and other compact objects using radio telescopes?

  1. Indian Centre for Space Physics (ICSP)

  2. National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA)

  3. Raman Research Institute (RRI)

  4. Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA) is an Indian-led research collaboration that aims to study the properties of black holes and other compact objects using radio telescopes. It operates the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT), one of the world's largest radio telescopes.

Which Indian astronomer made significant contributions to the study of black hole jets and their role in shaping galaxies?

  1. Dipankar Bhattacharya

  2. Sandip K. Chakrabarti

  3. K. S. Dwarakanath

  4. Arnab Rai Choudhuri


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dipankar Bhattacharya, an Indian astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the study of black hole jets and their role in shaping galaxies. His work focused on understanding the physics of jet formation and propagation, and their impact on the surrounding environment.

What is the name of the Indian-led initiative that aims to build a next-generation gravitational wave observatory in India?

  1. Indian Initiative in Gravitational-Wave Observations (IndIGO)

  2. Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) - India

  3. Virgo Collaboration - India

  4. Einstein Telescope - India


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Initiative in Gravitational-Wave Observations (IndIGO) is an Indian-led initiative that aims to build a next-generation gravitational wave observatory in India. It is a collaborative effort involving several Indian research institutions and aims to contribute to the global effort to study gravitational waves and the universe.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the evolution of black holes and the formation of supermassive black holes?

  1. T. Padmanabhan

  2. Jayant Narlikar

  3. Biman B. Nath

  4. C. V. Vishveshwara


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

T. Padmanabhan, an Indian astrophysicist, is known for his work on the evolution of black holes and the formation of supermassive black holes. His research focuses on understanding the growth and properties of black holes in the universe.

What is the name of the Indian-led research project that aims to study the properties of black holes and other compact objects using X-ray observations?

  1. Indian X-ray Astronomy Mission (IXAM)

  2. AstroSat Mission

  3. Chandrayaan-2 Mission

  4. Mangalyaan Mission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian X-ray Astronomy Mission (IXAM) is an Indian-led research project that aims to study the properties of black holes and other compact objects using X-ray observations. It is a collaborative effort involving several Indian research institutions and aims to contribute to the global understanding of these cosmic objects.

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