India's Programs — Set 4
Technology · भारत के कार्यक्रम · Questions 31–40 of 50
Who is famously known as the 'Father of the Indian Nuclear Program'?
Correct Answer: B. Homi J. Bhabha
Homi J. Bhabha was the founding director of the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research. He envisioned the three-stage nuclear power program to make India self-reliant. He served as the first chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission.
What was the code name for India's first 'GEMS' nuclear test in 1974?
Correct Answer: B. Smiling Buddha
India conducted its first peaceful nuclear explosion at Pokhran, Rajasthan. The test took place on May 18, 1974, which coincided with Buddha Purnima. This event established India as a nuclear-capable nation.
In which city is the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) located?
Correct Answer: B. Trombay (Mumbai)
BARC is India's premier nuclear research facility located in Trombay. It was originally established in 1954 as the Atomic Energy Establishment, Trombay. It was renamed in 1967 to honor Homi J. Bhabha.
Which 'GEMS' element is the primary focus of the third stage of India's nuclear program?
Correct Answer: A. Thorium
India has the world's largest reserves of Thorium, found in the monazite sands of Kerala. The three-stage program aims to eventually use Thorium to achieve long-term energy independence. Thorium must be converted into Uranium-233 to be used as fuel.
What is the 'GEMS' name of India's first nuclear research reactor?
Correct Answer: B. Apsara
Apsara was the first nuclear research reactor in India and all of Asia. It became critical in August 1956 at the Trombay campus. It was a swimming-pool-type reactor built with assistance from the United Kingdom.
Where is India's largest 'GEMS' nuclear power station, Kudankulam, located?
Correct Answer: B. Tamil Nadu
Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant is situated in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu. It was developed in collaboration with Russia using VVER-1000 reactors. It is the highest-capacity nuclear power plant in the country.
Which state houses the 'GEMS' Tarapur Atomic Power Station, India's first commercial plant?
Correct Answer: B. Maharashtra
Tarapur was the first commercial nuclear power station in India, starting operations in 1969. It was built with technical assistance from the United States. It is located in the Palghar district of Maharashtra.
What 'GEMS' moderator is used in India's indigenous Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors?
Correct Answer: A. Heavy Water
Heavy water (Deuterium Oxide) is used as both a coolant and a moderator in India's PHWRs. This design allows the use of natural uranium as fuel instead of enriched uranium. India is one of the largest producers of heavy water in the world.
In which 'GEMS' year did India conduct the Pokhran-II series of nuclear tests?
Correct Answer: C. 1998
Operation Shakti-98 was a series of five nuclear bomb test explosions conducted in May 1998. These tests led to various international sanctions but established India's status as a full nuclear power. The government declared May 11 as National Technology Day to mark the event.
Which 'GEMS' organization is responsible for the operation of commercial nuclear power plants in India?
Correct Answer: C. NPCIL
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) is a public sector enterprise under the DAE. It is responsible for the design, construction, and operation of nuclear power stations. It operates under the administrative control of the Department of Atomic Energy.