Dark Matter and the Age of the Universe in Indian Astronomy

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What is the primary evidence for the existence of dark matter?

  1. Gravitational lensing

  2. Cosmic microwave background radiation

  3. Galaxy rotation curves

  4. Supernova observations


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Galaxy rotation curves show that the speed of stars in galaxies does not decrease as expected based on the visible mass, suggesting the presence of additional mass, known as dark matter.

What is the estimated proportion of dark matter in the universe?

  1. 27%

  2. 68%

  3. 4.9%

  4. 0.002%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dark matter is estimated to make up approximately 27% of the total mass-energy content of the universe, while ordinary matter accounts for only about 4.9%.

Which Indian astronomer made significant contributions to the study of dark matter and its effects on galaxy dynamics?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Harish-Chandra

  4. Jayant Narlikar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Jayant Narlikar is an Indian astrophysicist and cosmologist who has made significant contributions to the study of dark matter and its effects on galaxy dynamics.

What is the name of the Indian satellite mission designed to study dark matter and other astrophysical phenomena?

  1. Chandrayaan-1

  2. Mangalyaan

  3. Astrosat

  4. INSAT-3D


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Astrosat is an Indian satellite mission launched in 2015 to study dark matter, black holes, neutron stars, and other astrophysical phenomena.

Which Indian astronomical observatory is involved in the search for dark matter particles?

  1. Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT)

  2. Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES)

  3. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  4. Udaipur Solar Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope (GMRT) is involved in the search for dark matter particles through observations of radio waves emitted by dark matter interactions.

What is the name of the Indian astrophysicist who proposed the 'modified Newtonian dynamics' (MOND) theory as an alternative explanation for galaxy rotation curves?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Harish-Chandra

  4. Mordehai Milgrom


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Mordehai Milgrom is an Israeli astrophysicist who proposed the 'modified Newtonian dynamics' (MOND) theory as an alternative explanation for galaxy rotation curves without the need for dark matter.

Which Indian astronomical institute has a dedicated research group focused on the study of dark matter and cosmology?

  1. Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)

  2. National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA)

  3. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)

  4. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) has a dedicated research group focused on the study of dark matter and cosmology, conducting theoretical and observational research in this field.

What is the name of the Indian astrophysicist who has made significant contributions to the study of dark matter halos and their impact on galaxy formation?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Harish-Chandra

  4. P. S. Behroozi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

P. S. Behroozi is an Indian astrophysicist who has made significant contributions to the study of dark matter halos and their impact on galaxy formation.

Which Indian astronomical observatory is involved in the study of dark matter through gravitational lensing observations?

  1. Himalayan Chandra Telescope (HCT)

  2. Devasthal Optical Telescope (DOT)

  3. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  4. Udaipur Solar Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayan Chandra Telescope (HCT) is involved in the study of dark matter through gravitational lensing observations, allowing astronomers to probe the distribution and properties of dark matter in the universe.

What is the name of the Indian astrophysicist who has conducted extensive research on the age of the universe using observations of distant galaxies?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Harish-Chandra

  4. Ajit Kembhavi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ajit Kembhavi is an Indian astrophysicist who has conducted extensive research on the age of the universe using observations of distant galaxies, contributing to our understanding of the universe's evolution.

Which Indian astronomical institute has a dedicated research group focused on the study of cosmology and the age of the universe?

  1. Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)

  2. National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA)

  3. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)

  4. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) has a dedicated research group focused on the study of cosmology and the age of the universe, conducting theoretical and observational research in this field.

What is the name of the Indian astrophysicist who has made significant contributions to the study of cosmic microwave background radiation and its implications for the age of the universe?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Harish-Chandra

  4. Tarun Souradeep


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Tarun Souradeep is an Indian astrophysicist who has made significant contributions to the study of cosmic microwave background radiation and its implications for the age of the universe.

Which Indian astronomical observatory is involved in the study of the cosmic microwave background radiation to probe the age of the universe?

  1. Himalayan Chandra Telescope (HCT)

  2. Devasthal Optical Telescope (DOT)

  3. Vainu Bappu Observatory

  4. Udaipur Solar Observatory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Himalayan Chandra Telescope (HCT) is involved in the study of the cosmic microwave background radiation to probe the age of the universe, providing valuable insights into the early universe and its evolution.

What is the name of the Indian astrophysicist who has conducted extensive research on the relationship between dark matter and the formation of galaxies?

  1. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar

  2. Vikram Sarabhai

  3. Harish-Chandra

  4. Shyam Sunder Dhurandhar


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Shyam Sunder Dhurandhar is an Indian astrophysicist who has conducted extensive research on the relationship between dark matter and the formation of galaxies, contributing to our understanding of galaxy evolution.

Which Indian astronomical institute has a dedicated research group focused on the study of dark matter and its impact on galaxy formation and evolution?

  1. Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA)

  2. National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA)

  3. Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)

  4. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA) has a dedicated research group focused on the study of dark matter and its impact on galaxy formation and evolution, conducting theoretical and observational research in this field.

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