Chandrayaan 3 Quiz

What was the name of the rocket used in Chandrayaan 3?

• GSLV Mk IIISLV Mk III

• LVM3-M4

• GSLV-F12

• PSLV-C55

Answer explanation

The name of the rocket was LVM3-M4 which carried the Chandrayaan 3 Space-craft!

What is the launch date for Chandrayaan 3 mission?

• 24 July 2023

• 13 July 2023

• 14 July 2023

• 04 July 2023

Answer explanation

Explanation:

Chandrayaan-3 is the third lunar exploration mission by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to be launched on 14 July 2023.

The Chandrayaan 3 mission’s rover is known as:

• Vikram

• Bheem

• Pragyaan

• Dhruv

Answer explanation

Explanation:

According to the ISRO Chairman, the names Vikram, for the Lander, and Pragyan for the Rover, will be carried over honour the Chandrayaan 2 mission.

The mission life of the Lander and Rover equal to:

• 16 Earth Days

• 12 Earth Days

• 24 Earth Days

• 14 Earth Days

Answer explanation

Explanation:

The mission life of the lander, according to ISRO authorities, is one lunar day, which is equivalent to 14 days on Earth.

What is the mission objective of Chandrayaan-3?

• To demonstrate Rover roving on the moon

• To demonstrate a Safe and Soft Landing on Lunar Surface

• To conduct in-site scientific experiments.

• All of the above

Answer explanation

Explanation:

ISRO has set three main objectives for the Chandrayaan-3 mission, which include:

1. Getting a lander safe and soft landing on the surface of the Moon.

2. Observing and demonstrating the rover’s loitering capabilities on the Moon

3. In-site scientific observation makes scientific experiments on the chemical and natural elements, soil, water, etc. available on the surface of the Moon to better understand and practice the composition of the Moon. Interplanetary refers to the development and demonstration of new technologies required for missions between two planets.

How much did the Chandrayaan 3 mission cost?

• 1200 Crores

• 960 Crores

• 615 Crores

• 540 Crores

Answer explanation

Explanation:

Chandrayaan 3 mission costs approx. 615 Crores which is much lesser than the Chandrayaan 2 mission which was more than 960 crores. But although Chandrayaan-3 does not have a Lunar Orbiter.

What is the total weight of Chandrayaan 3?

• 4,100 kilograms

• 3,900 kilograms

• 2,190 kilograms

• 5,200 kilograms

Answer explanation

Explanation:

The propulsion module, alone, weighs 2,148 kg, and the lander and the rover are both in the lander module, which weighs 1,752 kilograms, that's a total of 3,900 kilograms.

Which of the following is missing in Chandrayaan 3?

• Rover

• Lander

• Integrated Module

• Orbiter

Answer explanation

Explanation:

According to ISRO, Chandrayaan-2, was fitted with the lander Vikram, an orbiter and rover Pragyan, whereas Chandrayaan-3 will carry only a rover and a lander. Also, the orbiter that was launched with Chandrayaan-2 will still be in use.

What will be the design of the Propulsion Module?

• Box-like structure with a solar panel on the side with a cylinder on top

• Rectangular structure with solar panels on all sides

• Cube with a sphere on top

• None of the above

Answer explanation

Explanation:

The Propulsion Module is a box-like structure with a huge solar panel on one side and a massive cylinder on top. The cylinder, known as the Intermodule Adapter Cone, will serve as the lander’s mounting framework.

Who is the director of the Chandrayaan 3 mission?

• Veeramuthuvel

• M Vanitha

• Ritu Karidhal

• K. Sivan

Answer explanation

Explanation:

Ritu Kharidhal is a prominent scientist at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). She will be leading the launch of Chandrayaan-3 this year.