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Galaxy Evolution and Indian Contributions: A Challenge for Astronomy Enthusiasts

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Which Indian astronomer is known for his contributions to the understanding of galaxy evolution?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. C. V. Raman

  4. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar was an Indian-American astrophysicist who made significant contributions to the understanding of galaxy evolution. He is best known for his work on the Chandrasekhar limit, which determines the maximum mass of a white dwarf star.

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

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. INSAT-3D


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Astrosat is an Indian satellite that was launched in 2017 to study the evolution of galaxies. It is equipped with five instruments that allow it to observe galaxies in a wide range of wavelengths, from ultraviolet to infrared.

Which Indian astronomer played a key role in the discovery of the first extragalactic radio source?

  1. J. C. Bhattacharya

  2. M. N. Saha

  3. S. N. Bose

  4. Homi J. Bhabha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

J. C. Bhattacharya was an Indian astronomer who played a key role in the discovery of the first extragalactic radio source, Cygnus A. He made this discovery in 1943 using the giant radio telescope at the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research in Mumbai.

What is the name of the Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Himalayas?

  1. Hanle Observatory

  2. Udaipur Solar Observatory

  3. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  4. ARIES


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hanle Observatory is an Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Himalayas. It is the world's highest optical observatory and is used to study a wide range of astronomical phenomena, including galaxy evolution.

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

  1. T. Padmanabhan

  2. R. K. Sinha

  3. Biman B. Nath

  4. Jayant V. Narlikar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

T. Padmanabhan is an Indian astronomer who is known for his work on the formation and evolution of galaxies. He has proposed a number of theories to explain the observed properties of galaxies, including the Tully-Fisher relation and the Faber-Jackson relation.

What is the name of the Indian astronomical society that promotes the study of astronomy in India?

  1. Indian Astronomical Society

  2. Astronomical Society of India

  3. National Astronomical Society of India

  4. Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Astronomical Society of India (ASI) is a professional organization that promotes the study of astronomy in India. It was founded in 1907 and has a membership of over 2,000 astronomers and astrophysicists.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the evolution of active galactic nuclei?

  1. A. K. Kembhavi

  2. R. D. Ekers

  3. V. K. Kapahi

  4. S. K. Jain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A. K. Kembhavi is an Indian astronomer who is known for his work on the evolution of active galactic nuclei. He has proposed a number of models to explain the observed properties of AGN, including the unified model of AGN.

What is the name of the Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Nilgiri Hills?

  1. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  2. ARIES

  3. Udaipur Solar Observatory

  4. Hanle Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Vainu Bappu Observatory is an Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Nilgiri Hills. It is named after the Indian astronomer Vainu Bappu, who played a key role in its establishment.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the formation of galaxies in the early universe?

  1. P. K. Jain

  2. S. N. Ghosal

  3. R. K. Bhatnagar

  4. S. K. Bose


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

P. K. Jain is an Indian astronomer who is known for his work on the formation of galaxies in the early universe. He has proposed a number of models to explain the observed properties of galaxies, including the hierarchical model of galaxy formation.

What is the name of the Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Thar Desert?

  1. ARIES

  2. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  3. Udaipur Solar Observatory

  4. Hanle Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

ARIES is an Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Thar Desert. It is named after the Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences, which operates the observatory.

Which Indian astronomer is known for his work on the evolution of star clusters?

  1. S. N. Biswas

  2. R. K. Sinha

  3. A. K. Kembhavi

  4. T. Padmanabhan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

S. N. Biswas is an Indian astronomer who is known for his work on the evolution of star clusters. He has proposed a number of models to explain the observed properties of star clusters, including the two-component model of star clusters.

What is the name of the Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Aravalli Hills?

  1. Udaipur Solar Observatory

  2. ARIES

  3. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  4. Hanle Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Udaipur Solar Observatory is an Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Aravalli Hills. It is operated by the Physical Research Laboratory and is used to study the Sun.

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

  1. R. K. Sinha

  2. S. N. Biswas

  3. A. K. Kembhavi

  4. T. Padmanabhan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

R. K. Sinha is an Indian astronomer who is known for his work on the evolution of spiral galaxies. He has proposed a number of models to explain the observed properties of spiral galaxies, including the density wave theory of spiral galaxies.

What is the name of the Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Eastern Ghats?

  1. ARIES

  2. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  3. Udaipur Solar Observatory

  4. Hanle Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

ARIES is an Indian astronomical observatory that is located in the Eastern Ghats. It is named after the Aryabhata Research Institute of Observational Sciences, which operates the observatory.

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

  1. S. N. Ghosal

  2. R. K. Bhatnagar

  3. S. K. Bose

  4. P. K. Jain


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

S. N. Ghosal is an Indian astronomer who is known for his work on the evolution of elliptical galaxies. He has proposed a number of models to explain the observed properties of elliptical galaxies, including the monolithic collapse model of elliptical galaxy formation.

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