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Indian Astronomical Observatories

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Which of the following is the oldest astronomical observatory in India?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Observatory

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Ujjain Observatory, also known as the Vedhshala, is the oldest astronomical observatory in India. It was built in the 5th century BC by the astronomer Varahamihira.

Which of the following observatories was built by Maharaja Jai Singh II?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Observatory

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur is a collection of 19 astronomical instruments built by Maharaja Jai Singh II in the 18th century.

Which of the following observatories is located in Varanasi?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Observatory

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Aryabhata Observatory is located in Varanasi and was established in 1954.

Which of the following observatories is located in Hyderabad?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Osmania University Observatory

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Osmania University Observatory is located in Hyderabad and was established in 1965.

Which of the following observatories is located in Kodaikanal?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Kodaikanal Solar Observatory

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kodaikanal Solar Observatory is located in Kodaikanal and was established in 1899.

Which of the following observatories is located in Nainital?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences is located in Nainital and was established in 1954.

Which of the following observatories is located in Pune?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope is located in Pune and was established in 1990.

Which of the following observatories is located in Jodhpur?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Physical Research Laboratory

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Physical Research Laboratory is located in Jodhpur and was established in 1947.

Which of the following observatories is located in Bangalore?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Vainu Bappu Observatory

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Vainu Bappu Observatory is located in Bangalore and was established in 1968.

Which of the following observatories is located in Mumbai?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research is located in Mumbai and was established in 1945.

Which of the following observatories is located in Kolkata?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Indian Institute of Astrophysics

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indian Institute of Astrophysics is located in Kolkata and was established in 1971.

Which of the following observatories is located in Chennai?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Vainu Bappu Observatory

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Vainu Bappu Observatory is located in Chennai and was established in 1968.

Which of the following observatories is located in Delhi?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences is located in Delhi and was established in 1954.

Which of the following observatories is located in Bhopal?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Physical Research Laboratory

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Physical Research Laboratory is located in Bhopal and was established in 1947.

Which of the following observatories is located in Hyderabad?

  1. Jantar Mantar, Jaipur

  2. Nalanda University Observatory

  3. Ujjain Observatory

  4. Osmania University Observatory

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Osmania University Observatory is located in Hyderabad and was established in 1965.

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