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8 Q: Who is said to be the father of Indian Space Programme?
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5ebcc608828a397cdc60bb07- 1Abdul Kalamfalse
- 2Rakesh Sharmafalse
- 3Vikram Sarabhaitrue
- 4Homi Bhabhafalse
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Answer : 3. "Vikram Sarabhai "
Explanation :
The father of the Indian Space Programme is often considered to be:
(C) Vikram Sarabhai
Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, an eminent scientist, visionary, and the founder of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), is widely regarded as the father of the Indian Space Programme. He played a pivotal role in establishing and nurturing India's space capabilities. Dr. Sarabhai was instrumental in the launch of India's first satellite, Aryabhata, in 1975, marking a significant milestone in the country's space exploration journey. His vision and leadership laid the foundation for the development of ISRO and the growth of India's space capabilities, making space exploration an integral part of the country's scientific and technological advancements.
Q: The third generation anti-tank missile that was successfully test fired by DRDO at Rajasthan in named
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5e7c38d350339c7366692a37- 1Agnifalse
- 2Nagtrue
- 3Cobrafalse
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Answer : 2. "Nag"
Explanation :
The third-generation anti-tank missile successfully test-fired by DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation) in Rajasthan is named:Nag
Q: Which of the following was Indian’s first mapping satellite?
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5e4e0b6e1b69e805d0bbc04c- 1CARTOSAT-1true
- 2Aryabhattafalse
- 3Bhaskara -IIfalse
- 4INSAT-IAfalse
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Answer : 1. "CARTOSAT-1"
Explanation :
CARTOSAT-1 was India’s first cartography (mapping) satellite. It was launched from the SHAR Centre in Sriharikota in May 2005 by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
Q: The super computer ‘PARAM’ was developed by
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5d42b8e057579c3e8f50adde- 1TATAfalse
- 2IIT-Kharagpurfalse
- 3IIT-Kanpurfalse
- 4C-DACtrue
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Answer : 4. "C-DAC"
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The supercomputer 'PARAM' was developed by C-DAC (Centre for Development of Advanced Computing), so the correct answer is:
(D) C-DAC
Q: Who is the Chairperson of District Planning Committee in Rajasthan?
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6311fa1ff0d47409ab360137- 1District Collectorfalse
- 2district headtrue
- 3Finance Ministerfalse
- 4Chief Executive Officerfalse
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Answer : 2. "district head"
Explanation :
In Rajasthan, the district organizing committee is chaired by the district head.
Q: The eastern boundary of the western sandy plain is mainly marked by -
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6315ddb3409aba34932bc897- 130 cm Isohyetsfalse
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- 360 cm Isohyetsfalse
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Answer : 2. "50 cm Isohyets"
Explanation :
1. The eastern boundary of the western sandy plain is determined by the 50 cm isobar line. This line divides Rajasthan into two parts: the western sandy plains and the eastern plains.
2. The amount of rainfall in the western sandy plain is less than 50 cm. This area is part of the Thar Desert. The amount of rainfall in the eastern plains is more than 50 cm. This region is situated to the east of the Aravalli mountain range.
Q: Who is credited with bringing fame to the Bahurupia Art (Swang) of Rajasthan?
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6315dbedd9ac741324cd7be9- 1Devilal Samarfalse
- 2Jankilal Bhandtrue
- 3Lachhiramfalse
- 4Allaha Jilai Baifalse
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Answer : 2. "Jankilal Bhand"
Explanation :
1. Janaki Lal demonstrated the 'Masquerade Art' of Rajasthan.
2. The people of the Bahurupiya tribe have traditionally had street performance as their main occupation, using the art of impersonation, and painting their bodies to create their identity.
3. However, with new means of entertainment in urban India, this art form is facing extinction.
Q: Who contributed the most in helping prince Ajeetsingh in getting back Kingdom of Jodhpur?
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61483a114ed0153e6e6f13b4- 1Veer Durgadas Rathoretrue
- 2Jainta and Koopafalse
- 3Pannadhayfalse
- 4Jaimal and Pattafalse
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Answer : 1. "Veer Durgadas Rathore"
Explanation :
1. Durgadas Rathore helped in installing Ajit Singh of Marwar on the throne. Ajit Singh was the son of Maharaja Jaswant Singh. After the death of Jaswant Singh, Aurangzeb did not accept his son Ajit Singh as the ruler of Marwar. He placed his puppet ruler Kirti Singh in control of Marwar.
2. Veer Durgadas Rathore is called the savior of Marwar, Anabindiya pearl of Marwar, UNICEF of Rathores.
3. Veer Durgadas Rathore was born on 13 August 1638 in Salwa village of Marwar princely state. Durgadas Rathore's father's name was Askaran who used to be the minister of Maharaja Jaswant Singh in Jodhpur court.
4. Even today in the history of Rajasthan, it is said about brave Durgadas Rathod that “Mai Aihadau Poot Jan, Jehdau Durgadas, Band Marudhara Rakhiyo Bin Khambha Aakash”.

