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Questions and Answers
What is the main objective of ISRO?
What is the main objective of ISRO?
- To develop military applications of space technology
- To compete with international space organizations
- To explore space for extraterrestrial life
- To harness space technology for national development (correct)
Which satellite was India's first remote-sensing satellite?
Which satellite was India's first remote-sensing satellite?
- Aryabhata
- INSAT
- Chandrayaan-1
- IRS (correct)
Which ISRO mission was the first to reach Mars on its first attempt?
Which ISRO mission was the first to reach Mars on its first attempt?
- Chandrayaan-2
- Aryabhata
- Mars Orbiter Mission (Mangalyaan) (correct)
- Chandrayaan-1
Where is the primary spaceport for launching satellites in India located?
Where is the primary spaceport for launching satellites in India located?
What is the lifting capacity of the PSLV?
What is the lifting capacity of the PSLV?
What is the primary purpose of the GSLV?
What is the primary purpose of the GSLV?
Which rocket is known as the 'Workhorse of ISRO' because of its reliability?
Which rocket is known as the 'Workhorse of ISRO' because of its reliability?
What is the payload capacity of the GSLV when launching to Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit?
What is the payload capacity of the GSLV when launching to Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit?
Which mission was launched using the GSLV Mk III?
Which mission was launched using the GSLV Mk III?
What significant feature does the SSLV offer compared to other launch vehicles?
What significant feature does the SSLV offer compared to other launch vehicles?
Flashcards
ISRO's Establishment Year
ISRO's Establishment Year
ISRO, the Indian Space Research Organisation, was established in 1969.
ISRO's Founding Visionary
ISRO's Founding Visionary
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai championed and led ISRO's founding.
PSLV Launch Capacity
PSLV Launch Capacity
The Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) can launch satellites weighing up to 2000 kg into space.
Chandrayaan-1's Contribution
Chandrayaan-1's Contribution
Chandrayaan-1, India's lunar mission, discovered water molecules on the Moon.
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ISRO's Goal
ISRO's Goal
ISRO's primary aim is to use space technology to improve India.
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PSLV
PSLV
A four-stage rocket used for launching satellites. ISRO's workhorse due to reliability.
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GSLV
GSLV
A three-stage launch vehicle for geosynchronous transfer orbits (putting satellites into specific orbits).
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GSLV Mk III
GSLV Mk III
Most advanced ISRO launch vehicle, capable of larger payloads and potentially manned missions.
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SSLV Payload Capacity
SSLV Payload Capacity
Capable of launching up to 500 kg of satellites, suitable for smaller satellites.
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SSLV's Launch-on-Demand Feature
SSLV's Launch-on-Demand Feature
SSLV is designed for faster satellite integrations, potentially within 72 hours.
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