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The Impact of Black Holes on Indian Astrophysics and Space Exploration

Description: This quiz delves into the profound impact of black holes on the field of Indian astrophysics and space exploration. It explores the contributions of Indian scientists, observatories, and missions in advancing our understanding of these enigmatic cosmic entities.
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Which Indian astrophysicist is renowned for his pioneering work on black hole physics and gravitational waves?

  1. Dr. C. V. Vishveshwara

  2. Dr. Jayant Narlikar

  3. Dr. S. Chandrasekhar

  4. Dr. Abhas Mitra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. C. V. Vishveshwara, a distinguished Indian astrophysicist, gained international recognition for his groundbreaking research on black hole physics and gravitational waves.

In which year did the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) launch its first dedicated astronomy satellite, AstroSat?

  1. 2002

  2. 2015

  3. 2008

  4. 2012


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

AstroSat, India's first dedicated astronomy satellite, was successfully launched by ISRO in September 2015.

Which Indian observatory played a crucial role in detecting the first-ever image of a black hole in 2019?

  1. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)

  2. Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)

  3. Udaipur Solar Observatory (USO)

  4. Vainu Bappu Observatory (VBO)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) in Pune, India, contributed significantly to the Event Horizon Telescope collaboration, which captured the groundbreaking image of a black hole in 2019.

What is the name of the Indian-led space mission aimed at studying the X-ray emission from black holes and other cosmic sources?

  1. Chandrayaan-2

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat-2

  4. X-ray Polarimetry Satellite (XPoSat)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The X-ray Polarimetry Satellite (XPoSat) is an Indian-led space mission designed to study the X-ray emission from black holes and other cosmic sources.

Which Indian scientist proposed the idea of using gravitational lensing to study black holes?

  1. Dr. Jayant Narlikar

  2. Dr. S. Chandrasekhar

  3. Dr. C. V. Vishveshwara

  4. Dr. Abhas Mitra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. Jayant Narlikar, an eminent Indian astrophysicist, proposed the concept of using gravitational lensing as a tool to study black holes and other compact objects.

What is the name of the Indian astronomical facility that houses the largest optical telescope in Asia?

  1. Vainu Bappu Observatory (VBO)

  2. Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)

  3. Udaipur Solar Observatory (USO)

  4. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Vainu Bappu Observatory (VBO) in Tamil Nadu, India, is home to the largest optical telescope in Asia, with a 2.34-meter primary mirror.

Which Indian astrophysicist is known for his work on the theory of black hole accretion disks?

  1. Dr. C. V. Vishveshwara

  2. Dr. Jayant Narlikar

  3. Dr. S. Chandrasekhar

  4. Dr. Abhas Mitra


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dr. Abhas Mitra, an Indian astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the theory of black hole accretion disks, which are crucial for understanding the behavior of black holes.

What is the name of the Indian space mission that successfully placed a satellite in orbit around Mars?

  1. Chandrayaan-2

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat-2

  4. X-ray Polarimetry Satellite (XPoSat)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mangalyaan, also known as the Mars Orbiter Mission, was India's first interplanetary mission, successfully placing a satellite in orbit around Mars in 2014.

Which Indian observatory is known for its contributions to the study of black hole jets?

  1. Vainu Bappu Observatory (VBO)

  2. Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)

  3. Udaipur Solar Observatory (USO)

  4. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) in Uttarakhand, India, has made significant contributions to the study of black hole jets, which are powerful outflows of matter and energy from black holes.

What is the name of the Indian astronomical facility that houses the largest radio telescope in the world?

  1. Vainu Bappu Observatory (VBO)

  2. Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)

  3. Udaipur Solar Observatory (USO)

  4. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) in Pune, India, is the world's largest radio telescope, consisting of an array of 30 fully steerable parabolic radio telescopes.

Which Indian scientist is known for his work on the thermodynamics of black holes?

  1. Dr. C. V. Vishveshwara

  2. Dr. Jayant Narlikar

  3. Dr. S. Chandrasekhar

  4. Dr. Abhas Mitra


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dr. S. Chandrasekhar, an Indian-American astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the study of the thermodynamics of black holes, including the concept of the Chandrasekhar limit.

What is the name of the Indian space mission that successfully placed a satellite in orbit around the Moon?

  1. Chandrayaan-2

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat-2

  4. X-ray Polarimetry Satellite (XPoSat)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandrayaan-2 was India's second lunar mission, successfully placing a satellite in orbit around the Moon in 2019.

Which Indian observatory is known for its contributions to the study of black hole binaries?

  1. Vainu Bappu Observatory (VBO)

  2. Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)

  3. Udaipur Solar Observatory (USO)

  4. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Udaipur Solar Observatory (USO) in Rajasthan, India, has made significant contributions to the study of black hole binaries, which are systems consisting of a black hole and a companion star.

What is the name of the Indian space mission that aims to study the Sun's corona and its impact on Earth's climate?

  1. Chandrayaan-2

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat-2

  4. Aditya-L1


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aditya-L1 is an upcoming Indian space mission designed to study the Sun's corona and its impact on Earth's climate.

Which Indian scientist is known for his work on the quantum aspects of black holes?

  1. Dr. C. V. Vishveshwara

  2. Dr. Jayant Narlikar

  3. Dr. S. Chandrasekhar

  4. Dr. Abhas Mitra


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. C. V. Vishveshwara, an Indian astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the study of the quantum aspects of black holes, including the concept of black hole entropy.

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