ISRO's Space Policy and Regulations

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What is the primary objective of ISRO's Space Policy?

  1. To promote the development of space technology in India.

  2. To regulate the use of space resources.

  3. To ensure the safety and security of space activities.

  4. To promote international cooperation in space exploration.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

ISRO's Space Policy aims to promote the development of space technology in India, including the development of satellites, launch vehicles, and other space systems.

Which Indian law governs space activities in India?

  1. The Space Research Act, 1962

  2. The Remote Sensing Data Policy, 2001

  3. The National Space Policy, 2007

  4. The Space Activities Bill, 2017


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Space Research Act, 1962 is the primary law that governs space activities in India. It establishes ISRO as the nodal agency for space research and development in the country.

What is the purpose of the Remote Sensing Data Policy, 2001?

  1. To regulate the acquisition and use of remote sensing data in India.

  2. To promote the development of remote sensing technology in India.

  3. To ensure the security of remote sensing data.

  4. To promote international cooperation in remote sensing.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Remote Sensing Data Policy, 2001 aims to regulate the acquisition and use of remote sensing data in India. It sets out the conditions under which remote sensing data can be acquired, processed, and disseminated.

What is the main objective of the National Space Policy, 2007?

  1. To promote the development of space technology in India.

  2. To regulate the use of space resources.

  3. To ensure the safety and security of space activities.

  4. To promote international cooperation in space exploration.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Space Policy, 2007 aims to promote the development of space technology in India, including the development of satellites, launch vehicles, and other space systems.

What is the purpose of the Space Activities Bill, 2017?

  1. To regulate the use of space resources.

  2. To ensure the safety and security of space activities.

  3. To promote international cooperation in space exploration.

  4. To establish a regulatory framework for space activities in India.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Space Activities Bill, 2017 aims to establish a regulatory framework for space activities in India. It seeks to regulate the launch and operation of satellites, the use of space resources, and the safety and security of space activities.

What is the role of ISRO in regulating space activities in India?

  1. ISRO is responsible for issuing licenses for space activities.

  2. ISRO is responsible for enforcing space regulations.

  3. ISRO is responsible for investigating space accidents.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

ISRO is responsible for issuing licenses for space activities, enforcing space regulations, and investigating space accidents.

What are the main provisions of the Space Research Act, 1962?

  1. It establishes ISRO as the nodal agency for space research and development in India.

  2. It empowers ISRO to regulate space activities in India.

  3. It provides for the establishment of a National Space Council.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Space Research Act, 1962 establishes ISRO as the nodal agency for space research and development in India, empowers ISRO to regulate space activities in India, and provides for the establishment of a National Space Council.

What are the main provisions of the Remote Sensing Data Policy, 2001?

  1. It regulates the acquisition and use of remote sensing data in India.

  2. It sets out the conditions under which remote sensing data can be acquired, processed, and disseminated.

  3. It establishes a Remote Sensing Data Agency.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Remote Sensing Data Policy, 2001 regulates the acquisition and use of remote sensing data in India, sets out the conditions under which remote sensing data can be acquired, processed, and disseminated, and establishes a Remote Sensing Data Agency.

What are the main provisions of the National Space Policy, 2007?

  1. It aims to promote the development of space technology in India.

  2. It sets out the goals and objectives of India's space program.

  3. It provides for the establishment of a National Space Council.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Space Policy, 2007 aims to promote the development of space technology in India, sets out the goals and objectives of India's space program, and provides for the establishment of a National Space Council.

What are the main provisions of the Space Activities Bill, 2017?

  1. It seeks to establish a regulatory framework for space activities in India.

  2. It regulates the launch and operation of satellites.

  3. It regulates the use of space resources.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Space Activities Bill, 2017 seeks to establish a regulatory framework for space activities in India, regulates the launch and operation of satellites, and regulates the use of space resources.

What is the role of the National Space Council?

  1. It advises the Government of India on matters related to space policy.

  2. It approves the National Space Plan.

  3. It coordinates the activities of various space agencies in India.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Space Council advises the Government of India on matters related to space policy, approves the National Space Plan, and coordinates the activities of various space agencies in India.

What is the National Space Plan?

  1. It is a document that outlines the goals and objectives of India's space program.

  2. It is prepared by the National Space Council.

  3. It is approved by the Government of India.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Space Plan is a document that outlines the goals and objectives of India's space program. It is prepared by the National Space Council and approved by the Government of India.

What are the main objectives of India's space program?

  1. To develop indigenous space technology.

  2. To promote the use of space technology for socio-economic development.

  3. To explore the universe and gain knowledge about it.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The main objectives of India's space program are to develop indigenous space technology, promote the use of space technology for socio-economic development, and explore the universe and gain knowledge about it.

What are some of the major achievements of India's space program?

  1. The successful launch of Chandrayaan-1 and Chandrayaan-2 missions.

  2. The successful launch of Mangalyaan mission.

  3. The development of indigenous launch vehicles such as PSLV and GSLV.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some of the major achievements of India's space program include the successful launch of Chandrayaan-1 and Chandrayaan-2 missions, the successful launch of Mangalyaan mission, and the development of indigenous launch vehicles such as PSLV and GSLV.

What are some of the challenges facing India's space program?

  1. Limited funding.

  2. Lack of skilled manpower.

  3. Technological constraints.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Some of the challenges facing India's space program include limited funding, lack of skilled manpower, and technological constraints.

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