1. Consider the following statements about the India Deep Tech Investment Alliance (IDTA):
- It is a public–private fund announced in 2025 to boost deep-tech startups.
- Aims to channel nearly $1 billion, with special focus on semiconductors and AI infrastructure.
- Managed solely by the Department of Space under ISRO.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1
[B] 1 and 2 only
[C] 2 and 3 only
[D] 1, 2, and 3
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Correct Answer: B [1 and 2 only]
Notes:
The IDTA is a public–private collaborative fund, announced to support deep-tech startups through nearly $1 billion funding, focusing on sectors such as semiconductors and AI infrastructure. It is not managed solely by the Department of Space under ISRO; instead, multiple stakeholders, including industry and private investors, are involved. Therefore, statements 1 and 2 are correct.
2. Which of the following statements correctly describe QpiAI-Indus, India’s quantum computer system?
- It is a 25-qubit full-stack quantum computer launched under the National Quantum Mission.
- It is based on superconducting qubits architecture.
- It was launched in late 2024 as part of ISRO’s Quantum Communication programme.
Select the correct answer using the codes below:
[A] 1 and 2 only
[B] 2 and 3 only
[C] 1 and 3 only
[D] 1, 2 and 3
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Correct Answer: A [1 and 2 only]
Notes:
QpiAI-Indus is a 25-qubit full-stack quantum computer launched as part of India’s National Quantum Mission using superconducting qubits technology. It was unveiled in 2025. It is not part of ISRO’s Quantum Communication programme, nor was it launched in late 2024 as described in statement 3.
3. Consider the following statements regarding the PROBA-3 mission:
- It is ESA’s first mission dedicated to precision formation flying.
- The mission involves two satellites simulating a single long structure in orbit.
- Its launch will be carried out using ISRO’s PSLV-XL rocket.
- The primary objective is to test asteroid-deflection techniques.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] 1, 2, and 3 only
[B] 1, 3, and 4 only
[C] 1, 2, and 3 only
[D] 1, 2, 3, and 4
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Correct Answer: C [1, 2, and 3 only]
Notes:
PROBA-3 is the European Space Agency’s first mission for demonstrating precision formation flying, using two spacecraft to simulate an extended structure in orbit. It will be launched aboard ISRO’s PSLV-XL. The mission’s main scientific objective is to provide artificial solar eclipses to study the solar corona, not asteroid deflection. Thus, statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct.
4. Where was the Pasang Wangchuk Sona ISRO Space Laboratory inaugurated?
[A] Arunachal Pradesh
[B] Mizoram
[C] Tripura
[D] Nagaland
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Correct Answer: A [Arunachal Pradesh]
Notes:
Arunachal Pradesh Education Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona inaugurated a state-of-the-art space laboratory at Mechuka in Shi-Yomi district. The lab is named Pasang Wangchuk Sona ISRO Space Laboratory in honour of his late father. It was set up at Mechuka Government Higher Secondary School in collaboration with Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Muskaan Foundation. The lab will provide students hands-on experience in space science and technology. It aims to foster curiosity, innovation, and scientific thinking among youth.
5. In which city in Gujarat is the Space Applications Centre (SAC) of ISRO located?
[A] Surat
[B] Vadodara
[C] Rajkot
[D] Ahmedabad
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Correct Answer: D [Ahmedabad]
Notes:
The Space Applications Centre (SAC) of ISRO is located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, focusing on designing space-borne instruments for communication, remote sensing, and meteorology.
6. Which city in Andhra Pradesh is the birthplace of Vipparthi Adimurthy, the ISRO Honorary Distinguished Professor and Mars Orbiter Mission concept designer?
[A] Rajahmundry
[B] Vijayawada
[C] Tirupati
[D] Visakhapatnam
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Correct Answer: A [Rajahmundry]
Notes:
Vipparthi Adimurthy was born in Rajahmundry, Andhra Pradesh, and is known for his contributions to ISRO and the Mars Orbiter Mission.
7. Who is the former associate director at ISRO’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre from Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh?
[A] Dr. K. Radhakrishnan
[B] Dr. Seshagiri Rao Vellanki
[C] Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
[D] Dr. Mylswamy Annadurai
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Correct Answer: B [Dr. Seshagiri Rao Vellanki]
Notes:
Dr. Seshagiri Rao Vellanki served as associate director at SDSC SHAR and contributed to key ISRO missions.
8. Which island in Andhra Pradesh is home to ISRO’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre?
[A] Diviseema Island
[B] Sriharikota Island
[C] Hope Island
[D] Bhavani Island
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Correct Answer: B [Sriharikota Island]
Notes:
Sriharikota Island hosts ISRO’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre and separates Pulicat Lake from the Bay of Bengal.
9. Which Indian space scientist from ISRO’s Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre specialized in lightning physics and co-authored A Brief History of Rocketry in ISRO?
[A] P. V. Manoranjan Rao
[B] Satish Dhawan
[C] Vikram Sarabhai
[D] K. Radhakrishnan
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Correct Answer: A [P. V. Manoranjan Rao]
Notes:
P. V. Manoranjan Rao specialized in lightning physics and co-authored the noted ISRO history book.
10. Consider the following statements regarding the Axiom-4 mission:
- The mission is a private US-based venture aiming to send astronauts to the Moon.
- Shubhanshu Shukla will become the second Indian to go into space, following Rakesh Sharma.
- The mission is scheduled for launch in May 2025.
- The Axiom-4 mission is part of the Gaganyaan program for human spaceflight by ISRO.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] 1, 2 and 3 only
[B] 2 and 3 only
[C] 2, 3, and 4 only
[D] 1, 3, and 4 only
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Correct Answer: B [2 and 3 only]
Notes:
The Axiom-4 mission is aimed at sending astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS), not to the Moon. Shubhanshu Shukla will indeed become the second Indian in space, trailing Rakesh Sharma after around 40 years. The scheduled launch of the mission is in May 2025. The mission is not a part of the Gaganyaan program by ISRO. Hence, answers 2 and 3 are correct.
