Indian Aerospace Engineering

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge of Indian Aerospace Engineering, covering various aspects such as its history, pioneers, achievements, and contributions to the field.
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Who is considered the father of Indian Aerospace Engineering?

  1. Vikram Sarabhai

  2. Satish Dhawan

  3. APJ Abdul Kalam

  4. G Madhavan Nair


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vikram Sarabhai is widely regarded as the father of Indian Aerospace Engineering. He played a pivotal role in establishing the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and laid the foundation for India's space program.

Which Indian space agency is responsible for the country's space program?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  2. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)

  3. European Space Agency (ESA)

  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) is the primary space agency of India. It is responsible for the country's space program, including satellite launches, space exploration missions, and the development of space technologies.

When was the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) established?

  1. 1962

  2. 1969

  3. 1972

  4. 1982


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) was established in 1969 by the Government of India. It was formed by merging the Indian National Committee for Space Research (INCOSPAR) and the Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station (TERLS).

Which Indian satellite was the first to be launched into space?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara

  3. Rohini

  4. INSAT-1A


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata was the first Indian satellite to be launched into space. It was named after the renowned Indian mathematician and astronomer Aryabhata. The satellite was launched on April 19, 1975, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.

What was the primary objective of the Chandrayaan-1 mission?

  1. To study the lunar surface and atmosphere

  2. To search for water on the Moon

  3. To deploy a lunar rover

  4. To establish a permanent human base on the Moon


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary objective of the Chandrayaan-1 mission was to study the lunar surface and atmosphere. The mission aimed to gather data on lunar topography, mineralogy, and elemental composition, as well as to search for water and other resources on the Moon.

Which Indian astronaut became the first Indian to travel to space?

  1. Rakesh Sharma

  2. Kalpana Chawla

  3. Sunita Williams

  4. Anousheh Ansari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rakesh Sharma became the first Indian to travel to space in 1984. He was part of the Soviet Union's Soyuz T-11 mission, which launched from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.

What is the name of India's first indigenously developed cryogenic engine?

  1. Vikas Engine

  2. GSLV Engine

  3. PSLV Engine

  4. CE-20 Engine


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The CE-20 Engine is India's first indigenously developed cryogenic engine. It is a high-performance rocket engine that uses liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen as propellants. The engine was successfully tested in 2017 and is expected to power India's future heavy-lift launch vehicles.

Which Indian satellite is used for weather forecasting and disaster management?

  1. INSAT-3D

  2. INSAT-4A

  3. INSAT-4B

  4. INSAT-4CR


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

INSAT-3D is an Indian satellite used for weather forecasting and disaster management. It was launched in 2013 and carries a variety of instruments for monitoring weather conditions, including a six-channel imager, a sounder, and a scatterometer.

What is the name of India's first reusable launch vehicle?

  1. Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV)

  2. Reusable Spacecraft (RSC)

  3. Reusable Orbital Vehicle (ROV)

  4. Reusable Spaceplane (RSP)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) is India's first reusable launch vehicle. It is being developed by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and is intended to reduce the cost of space access by enabling the reuse of rocket boosters.

Which Indian satellite is used for communication purposes?

  1. INSAT-4A

  2. INSAT-4B

  3. INSAT-4CR

  4. INSAT-3D


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

INSAT-4A is an Indian satellite used for communication purposes. It was launched in 2005 and provides a variety of communication services, including television broadcasting, telephony, and internet connectivity.

What is the name of India's first lunar rover?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Vikram


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Vikram is India's first lunar rover. It was part of the Chandrayaan-2 mission, which was launched in 2019. The rover was designed to explore the lunar surface and gather data on its composition and structure.

Which Indian satellite is used for navigation purposes?

  1. IRNSS-1A

  2. IRNSS-1B

  3. IRNSS-1C

  4. IRNSS-1D


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

IRNSS-1A is an Indian satellite used for navigation purposes. It was launched in 2013 and is part of the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), which provides accurate positioning and navigation services over India and the surrounding region.

What is the name of India's first interplanetary mission?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Chandrayaan-2

  3. Mangalyaan

  4. Vikram


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mangalyaan is India's first interplanetary mission. It was launched in 2013 and successfully reached Mars in 2014. The mission aimed to study the Martian atmosphere, surface, and mineralogy.

Which Indian satellite is used for earth observation purposes?

  1. Resourcesat-1

  2. Resourcesat-2

  3. Cartosat-1

  4. Cartosat-2


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Resourcesat-1 is an Indian satellite used for earth observation purposes. It was launched in 2003 and provides data on land use, vegetation, water resources, and other environmental parameters.

What is the name of India's first space station?

  1. Gaganyaan

  2. Chandrayaan-1

  3. Chandrayaan-2

  4. Mangalyaan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gaganyaan is India's first space station. It is currently under development and is expected to be launched in 2023. The space station will be used for conducting scientific experiments, spacewalks, and other space-related activities.

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