Remote Sensing Applications Centre (RSAC)

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In which year was the Remote Sensing Applications Centre (RSAC) established?

  1. 1975

  2. 1985

  3. 1995

  4. 2005


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

RSAC was established in the year 1985.

Which organization is responsible for the operation and management of RSAC?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  2. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)

  3. Department of Space (DOS)

  4. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

RSAC is operated and managed by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO).

What is the primary objective of RSAC?

  1. To provide remote sensing data and services to various users.

  2. To conduct research and development in the field of remote sensing.

  3. To promote the use of remote sensing technology in various sectors.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

RSAC's primary objective is to provide remote sensing data and services, conduct research and development, and promote the use of remote sensing technology in various sectors.

Which satellite series is primarily used by RSAC for acquiring remote sensing data?

  1. IRS series

  2. INSAT series

  3. GSAT series

  4. PSLV series


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

RSAC primarily uses the IRS series of satellites for acquiring remote sensing data.

What is the name of the flagship program of RSAC for providing remote sensing data and services?

  1. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)

  2. Bhuvan

  3. Geospatial Data Services (GDS)

  4. National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhuvan is the flagship program of RSAC for providing remote sensing data and services.

Which of the following is NOT a major application area of remote sensing data and services provided by RSAC?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Forestry

  3. Water Resources

  4. Defense


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Defense is not a major application area of remote sensing data and services provided by RSAC.

What is the name of the online platform developed by RSAC for providing access to geospatial data and services?

  1. Bhuvan

  2. Geospatial Data Services (GDS)

  3. National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI)

  4. India Geoportal


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

India Geoportal is the online platform developed by RSAC for providing access to geospatial data and services.

Which of the following is NOT a major product generated by RSAC?

  1. Satellite imagery

  2. Digital Elevation Models (DEMs)

  3. Land use/land cover maps

  4. Weather forecasts


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Weather forecasts are not a major product generated by RSAC.

What is the name of the program launched by RSAC to promote the use of remote sensing technology in various sectors?

  1. Bhuvan

  2. Geospatial Data Services (GDS)

  3. National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI)

  4. Remote Sensing Applications Promotion Program (RSAPP)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Remote Sensing Applications Promotion Program (RSAPP) is the program launched by RSAC to promote the use of remote sensing technology in various sectors.

Which of the following is NOT a major achievement of RSAC?

  1. Development of Bhuvan

  2. Establishment of National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI)

  3. Launch of India Geoportal

  4. Development of weather forecasting models


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Development of weather forecasting models is not a major achievement of RSAC.

What is the name of the center established by RSAC for providing training and capacity building in the field of remote sensing?

  1. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)

  2. Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS)

  3. Geospatial Data Services (GDS)

  4. National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS) is the center established by RSAC for providing training and capacity building in the field of remote sensing.

Which of the following is NOT a major partner of RSAC in implementing various projects and initiatives?

  1. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

  2. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC)

  3. Department of Space (DOS)

  4. Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) is not a major partner of RSAC in implementing various projects and initiatives.

What is the name of the program launched by RSAC to provide geospatial data and services to various government agencies?

  1. Bhuvan

  2. Geospatial Data Services (GDS)

  3. National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI)

  4. Government Geospatial Information System (GGIS)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Government Geospatial Information System (GGIS) is the program launched by RSAC to provide geospatial data and services to various government agencies.

Which of the following is NOT a major challenge faced by RSAC in implementing its projects and initiatives?

  1. Lack of funding

  2. Shortage of skilled manpower

  3. Data acquisition and processing issues

  4. Lack of public awareness about remote sensing technology


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lack of public awareness about remote sensing technology is not a major challenge faced by RSAC in implementing its projects and initiatives.

What is the name of the program launched by RSAC to promote the use of remote sensing technology in disaster management?

  1. Bhuvan

  2. Geospatial Data Services (GDS)

  3. National Spatial Data Infrastructure (NSDI)

  4. Disaster Management Support System (DMSS)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Disaster Management Support System (DMSS) is the program launched by RSAC to promote the use of remote sensing technology in disaster management.

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