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Total Questions: 50

41. Name the first satellite which was specially dedicated for the purpose of education. [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-1) 21.01.2017 (Shift-II)]

(a) NOSAT
(b) TEJASAT
(c) EDUSAT
(d) GSAT

Correct Answer: (c) EDUSAT

Solution:

The first satellite that was specially dedicated for the purpose of education was EDUSAT (also known as GSAT-3). It was launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on September 20, 2004.

EDUSAT was designed to meet the demand for an interactive satellite-based distance education system for India, providing connectivity to schools, colleges, and higher education institutions.

42. Cryogenics is a branch of physics which deals with______ . [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-1) 25.01.2017 (Shift-III)]

(a) extremely high temperature
(b) extremely low temperature
(c) growth of very small crystals
(d) growth of very large crystals

Correct Answer: (b) extremely low temperature

Solution:Cryogenics is a branch of physics that deals with the production and behavior of materials at very low temperatures, typically below -150°C (-238°F). It explores how materials behave and change their properties at such extreme cold.

43. When was ISRO established? [C.P.O. S.I. 5.06.2016 (Shift-I)]

(a) 1965
(b) 1969
(c) 1971
(d) 1976

Correct Answer: (b) 1969

Solution:ISRO was formed on August 15, 1969 and superseded INCOSPAR with an expanded role to harness space technology. DOS was set up and ISRO was brought under DOS in 1972. The prime objective of ISRO/DOS is the development and application of space technology for various national needs.

44. ISRO is related to- [S.S.C. JE Electrical Exam 28.10.2020 (Shift-I)]

(a) Space research
(b) Agricultural research
(c) Seed research
(d) Marine research

Correct Answer: (a) Space research

Solution:ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) is primarily related to space research and exploration.
ISRO is the national space agency of India. Its work encompasses a wide range of activities, all centered around utilizing space technology for national development and scientific advancement.

45. The headquarter of the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is located at: [S.S.C. Online CPO SI (T-1) 09.11.2022 (Shift-I)]

(a) Hyderabad
(b) Kolkata
(c) Bengaluru
(d) Mumbai

Correct Answer: (a) Hyderabad

Solution:National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is located at Hyderabad. It is responsible for remote sensing satellite data acquisition and processing. It is also responsible for data dissemination, aerial remote sensing and decision support for disaster management. National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) at Hyderabad has been converted into a full-fledged center of ISRO since September 1, 2008. Earlier, NRSC was an autonomous body called the National Remote Sensing Agency (NRSA) under the Department of Space (DOS).

46. What are communication satellites used for? [C.P.O. S.I. 5.06.2016 (Shift-I)]

(a) to transmit communication signals
(b) to receive and redirect communication signals
(c) to receive communication signals only
(d) to provide information from national sources only

Correct Answer: (a) to transmit communication signals

Solution:Communication satellites are used to transmit communication signals. The Indian National Satellite (INSAT) system is one of the largest domestic communication satellites in the Asia-Pacific region with nine operational communication satellites placed in geostationary orbit. It started with the establishment of INSAT 1-B in the year 1983.

47. Which is India's first geostationary experimental telecommunication satellite? [C.P.O. S.1. 5.06.2016 (Shift-I)]

(A) INSAT
(b) VSLV-3
(c) SLV-3
(d) APPLE

Correct Answer: (d) APPLE

Solution:

India's first geostationary experimental telecommunication satellite was APPLE (Ariane Passenger Payload Experiment).

It was launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on June 19, 1981, using the European Space Agency's Ariane-1 launch vehicle from Kourou, French Guiana.

APPLE was a significant milestone for India's space program as it provided valuable experience in designing, developing, and operating three-axis stabilized geostationary communication satellites. It was used for various communication experiments, including the relay of television programs and radio networking, paving the way for the development of India's INSAT and GSAT series of communication satellites.

48. India's first 'Lunar Probe' was called______ . [S.S.C. Online Graduation Level (T-1) 19.06.2019 (Shift-III)]

(a) Surya-1
(b) Chandrayaan-1
(c) Bhaskar-1
(d) Chandragupta-I

Correct Answer: (b) Chandrayaan-1

Solution:

India's first 'Lunar Probe' was called Chandrayaan-1.

It was launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on October 22, 2008. The spacecraft orbited the Moon and carried out various scientific investigations. A significant achievement of Chandrayaan-1 was the discovery of the widespread presence of water molecules on the lunar surface.

49. Which of the following was India's first interplanetary mission? [S.S.C. Online Graduation Level (T-1) 27.08.2016 (Shift-III)]

(a) Chandrayaan Mission
(b) Mangalyaan Mission
(c) Aryabhatta Mission
(d) Philae Mission

Correct Answer: (b) Mangalyaan Mission

Solution:Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM), also known as Mangalyaan, was India's first interplanetary mission.It was launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on November 5, 2013. The spacecraft successfully entered Mars orbit on September 24, 2014, making India the first Asian nation to achieve this feat and the first country in the world to do so in its maiden attempt.

50. Which of the following satellites is India's first Earth imaging satellite in a geostationary orbit? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-1) 13.04.2021 (Shift-I)]

(a) RISAT-IA
(b) Oceansat-3
(c) GISAT-1
(d) RISAT-2BR2

Correct Answer: (c) GISAT-1

Solution:Geo Imaging Satellite or GISAT is an Indian imaging satellite class for geostationary orbit with a high temporal resolution, meant to provide near real time imaging with fast revisit capability and real time monitoring. Two satellites will provide resolution in the range of 42 to 318 m. It will carry multi-spectral (Visible and Near Infrared and Short Wave-Infrared), multi-resolution (42 to 318 m) imaging instruments.

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Miscellaneous

41. Name the first satellite which was specially dedicated for the purpose of education. [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-1) 21.01.2017 (Shift-II)]

42. Cryogenics is a branch of physics which deals with______ . [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-1) 25.01.2017 (Shift-III)]

43. When was ISRO established? [C.P.O. S.I. 5.06.2016 (Shift-I)]

44. ISRO is related to- [S.S.C. JE Electrical Exam 28.10.2020 (Shift-I)]

45. The headquarter of the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) is located at: [S.S.C. Online CPO SI (T-1) 09.11.2022 (Shift-I)]

46. What are communication satellites used for? [C.P.O. S.I. 5.06.2016 (Shift-I)]

47. Which is India's first geostationary experimental telecommunication satellite? [C.P.O. S.1. 5.06.2016 (Shift-I)]

48. India's first 'Lunar Probe' was called______ . [S.S.C. Online Graduation Level (T-1) 19.06.2019 (Shift-III)]

49. Which of the following was India's first interplanetary mission? [S.S.C. Online Graduation Level (T-1) 27.08.2016 (Shift-III)]

50. Which of the following satellites is India's first Earth imaging satellite in a geostationary orbit? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-1) 13.04.2021 (Shift-I)]

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