The Legacy of Modern Indian Astronomy

Description: This quiz is designed to test your knowledge about the legacy of modern Indian astronomy. It covers topics such as the contributions of Indian astronomers to the field, the major observatories in India, and the current state of Indian astronomy.
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Who is considered the father of modern Indian astronomy?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. C.V. Raman

  4. Meghnad Saha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Meghnad Saha is widely regarded as the father of modern Indian astronomy. He made significant contributions to the field of astrophysics, including the development of the Saha ionization equation.

Which Indian astronomer discovered the Chandra X-ray Observatory?

  1. Harinder Singh Bedi

  2. Govind Swarup

  3. Jayant Narlikar

  4. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, an Indian-American astrophysicist, played a key role in the discovery of the Chandra X-ray Observatory. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1983 for his contributions to the theory of stellar evolution.

What is the largest optical telescope in India?

  1. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope

  2. Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences

  3. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  4. Himalayan Chandra Telescope


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Himalayan Chandra Telescope is the largest optical telescope in India. It is located at an altitude of 4,500 meters in the Himalayas and has a mirror diameter of 2.0 meters.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the origin and evolution of galaxies?

  1. Harinder Singh Bedi

  2. Govind Swarup

  3. Jayant Narlikar

  4. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jayant Narlikar is an Indian astrophysicist and cosmologist who has made significant contributions to the study of the origin and evolution of galaxies. He is known for his work on the Hoyle-Narlikar theory of gravity.

What is the name of the Indian space agency?

  1. Indian Space Research Organisation

  2. National Aeronautics and Space Administration

  3. European Space Agency

  4. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the national space agency of India. It is responsible for the development and implementation of India's space program.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the theory of black holes?

  1. Harinder Singh Bedi

  2. Govind Swarup

  3. Jayant Narlikar

  4. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar, an Indian-American astrophysicist, made significant contributions to the theory of black holes. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1983 for his work on the theory of stellar evolution, which includes the study of black holes.

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was launched in 2017 to study the Sun?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. Saral


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Aditya-L1 is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2017 to study the Sun. It is the first Indian satellite to be placed in a halo orbit around the Sun.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the pulsars?

  1. Harinder Singh Bedi

  2. Govind Swarup

  3. Jayant Narlikar

  4. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Govind Swarup, an Indian radio astronomer, is known for his work on the pulsars. He was the director of the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) and made significant contributions to the study of pulsars.

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was launched in 2014 to study the Mars?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. Saral


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mangalyaan is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2014 to study the Mars. It is the first Indian satellite to be sent to another planet.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the cosmic microwave background?

  1. Harinder Singh Bedi

  2. Govind Swarup

  3. Jayant Narlikar

  4. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Harinder Singh Bedi, an Indian astrophysicist, is known for his work on the cosmic microwave background. He was the director of the Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) and made significant contributions to the study of the cosmic microwave background.

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was launched in 2008 to study the Moon?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. Saral


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chandrayaan-1 is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2008 to study the Moon. It was the first Indian satellite to be sent to the Moon.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the gravitational waves?

  1. Harinder Singh Bedi

  2. Govind Swarup

  3. Jayant Narlikar

  4. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jayant Narlikar, an Indian astrophysicist and cosmologist, is known for his work on the gravitational waves. He was the director of the Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) and made significant contributions to the study of gravitational waves.

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was launched in 2013 to study the Earth's atmosphere?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. Saral


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Saral is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2013 to study the Earth's atmosphere. It is the first Indian satellite to be dedicated to the study of the atmosphere.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the extragalactic astronomy?

  1. Harinder Singh Bedi

  2. Govind Swarup

  3. Jayant Narlikar

  4. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jayant Narlikar, an Indian astrophysicist and cosmologist, is known for his work on the extragalactic astronomy. He was the director of the Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA) and made significant contributions to the study of extragalactic astronomy.

What is the name of the Indian satellite that was launched in 2016 to study the ocean?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Aditya-L1

  4. Saral


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Saral is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2016 to study the ocean. It is the first Indian satellite to be dedicated to the study of the ocean.

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