ISRO Missions — Set 2
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What was the name of the lander used in the Chandrayaan-3 mission?
Correct Answer: C. Vikram
The lander was named Vikram in honor of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, the father of the Indian space program. It carried the Pragyan rover inside it to the lunar surface. The successful landing was a major milestone for ISRO's planetary exploration.
Which mission is a joint collaboration between ISRO and NASA to study Earth's changing ecosystems?
Correct Answer: A. NISAR
NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) is designed to observe Earth's complex processes like ice-sheet collapse. It uses dual-frequency radar to map the entire globe every 12 days. This data will help in disaster management and climate change studies.
The Space Applications Centre (SAC) of ISRO is located in which city?
Correct Answer: D. Ahmedabad
The Space Applications Centre is located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. It is responsible for developing payloads for communication, navigation, and remote sensing satellites. SAC plays a key role in the societal applications of space technology.
Which Indian satellite was the first to be launched using an indigenous launch vehicle (SLV-3) in 1980?
Correct Answer: C. Rohini RS-1
Rohini RS-1 was the first satellite to be placed into orbit by an Indian rocket, the SLV-3. This success made India the eighth nation to possess indigenous launch capability. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was the project director for this historic mission.
What does the acronym 'INSAT' stand for in the context of ISRO's satellite programs?
Correct Answer: A. Indian National Satellite System
INSAT is a series of multipurpose geostationary satellites used for telecommunications and broadcasting. It is one of the largest domestic communication satellite systems in the Asia-Pacific region. These satellites also provide vital data for weather forecasting and search-and-rescue operations.
Which ISRO mission is specifically aimed at studying black holes and neutron stars?
Correct Answer: D. XPoSat
The X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) was launched to study the polarization of intense X-ray sources in space. It helps scientists understand the complex physics of celestial bodies like black holes. India is only the second country to launch such a specialized mission.
The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC), which develops rocket technology, is located in?
Correct Answer: C. Thiruvananthapuram
VSSC is located at Thumba in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. It is the lead center of ISRO for the design and development of launch vehicles. The center is named after the founder of the Indian space program.
What is the name of the half-humanoid robot developed by ISRO for the Gaganyaan mission?
Correct Answer: C. Vyommitra
Vyommitra is a female-looking robot designed to simulate human functions in space. She will be sent on uncrewed Gaganyaan missions to test systems before humans are launched. The robot can monitor module parameters and perform various technical tasks.
Which ISRO facility is the primary site for launching satellites and rockets?
Correct Answer: D. SDSC SHAR
The Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC SHAR) is located in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh. It provides the necessary infrastructure for launching PSLV, GSLV, and LVM3 rockets. The site was chosen due to its proximity to the equator and its coastal location.
Which satellite series is used by ISRO for remote sensing and Earth observation?
Correct Answer: C. IRS
Indian Remote Sensing (IRS) satellites provide data for agriculture, water resources, and urban planning. India has one of the largest constellations of remote sensing satellites in operation today. These satellites help in monitoring natural disasters and environmental changes.