Indian Scientists Involved in Asteroid Research

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Who is the first Indian scientist to discover an asteroid?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. R. Rajagopal, an Indian astronomer, discovered the asteroid 1981 Midas on March 6, 1973, making him the first Indian scientist to discover an asteroid.

Which Indian scientist led the team that discovered the first Trojan asteroid associated with Jupiter?

  1. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  2. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  3. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan

  4. Dr. J. N. Goswami


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti, an Indian astronomer, led the team that discovered the first Trojan asteroid associated with Jupiter, named (624) Hektor, in 1907.

Who is known as the 'Father of Indian Asteroid Research'?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dr. B. G. Sidharth, an Indian astronomer, is widely regarded as the 'Father of Indian Asteroid Research' for his significant contributions to the field.

Which Indian scientist discovered the asteroid 1994 PC1, later named 'Ganesha'?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan, an Indian astronomer, discovered the asteroid 1994 PC1 in 1994, which was later named 'Ganesha' in honor of the Hindu deity.

Which Indian scientist is known for his work on the dynamical evolution of asteroids?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. J. N. Goswami


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dr. J. N. Goswami, an Indian astronomer, is known for his extensive research on the dynamical evolution of asteroids and their role in the formation of the solar system.

Who is the first Indian scientist to receive the 'Asteroid Day Impact Award'?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. R. Rajagopal, an Indian astronomer, was the first Indian scientist to receive the 'Asteroid Day Impact Award' in 2016 for his contributions to asteroid research.

Which Indian scientist is known for his work on the physical properties of asteroids?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti, an Indian astronomer, is known for his work on the physical properties of asteroids, including their composition, structure, and surface features.

Who is the first Indian scientist to discover a near-Earth asteroid?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. R. Rajagopal, an Indian astronomer, discovered the near-Earth asteroid 1986 DA in 1986, making him the first Indian scientist to discover a near-Earth asteroid.

Which Indian scientist is known for his work on the origin and evolution of asteroids?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. J. N. Goswami


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dr. J. N. Goswami, an Indian astronomer, is known for his work on the origin and evolution of asteroids, including their formation and subsequent dynamical evolution.

Who is the first Indian scientist to discover an asteroid belt asteroid?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. R. Rajagopal, an Indian astronomer, discovered the asteroid belt asteroid 1983 TB in 1983, making him the first Indian scientist to discover an asteroid belt asteroid.

Which Indian scientist is known for his work on the orbital dynamics of asteroids?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. J. N. Goswami


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dr. J. N. Goswami, an Indian astronomer, is known for his work on the orbital dynamics of asteroids, including their motion around the Sun and their interactions with other celestial bodies.

Who is the first Indian scientist to discover a Jupiter Trojan asteroid?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti, an Indian astronomer, discovered the Jupiter Trojan asteroid 1907 Hektor in 1907, making him the first Indian scientist to discover a Jupiter Trojan asteroid.

Which Indian scientist is known for his work on the composition and structure of asteroids?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Dr. B. G. Sidharth, an Indian astronomer, is known for his work on the composition and structure of asteroids, including their mineralogical and chemical properties.

Who is the first Indian scientist to discover a Mars-crossing asteroid?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dr. R. Rajagopal, an Indian astronomer, discovered the Mars-crossing asteroid 1982 DB in 1982, making him the first Indian scientist to discover a Mars-crossing asteroid.

Which Indian scientist is known for his work on the detection and characterization of asteroids?

  1. Dr. R. Rajagopal

  2. Dr. S. K. Chakrabarti

  3. Dr. B. G. Sidharth

  4. Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Dr. A. S. Ramakrishnan, an Indian astronomer, is known for his work on the detection and characterization of asteroids, including their size, shape, and rotation.

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