SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: DEGREE LEVEL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS PART 2

Science and Technology: Degree Level Questions and Answers Part 2

India’s space program and defence research are favourite topics for Kerala PSC degree-level exams, and this section covers some of the most critical questions you’ll encounter. From Chandrayaan missions to ISRO facilities, these questions test your knowledge about India’s scientific achievements and technological infrastructure.

In this part, we’re diving into questions about space launches, satellite systems, research institutions, and landmark missions that have shaped India’s presence in space exploration. You’ll find previous year questions with clear answers that’ll help you understand what examiners are really looking for!

Why Does This Topic Appear in Kerala PSC Exams?

Science and Technology questions consistently appear in Kerala PSC degree-level exams, including KPSC, KAS, and other competitive exams at this level. Questions about ISRO, DRDO, space missions, and national scientific achievements have been asked regularly over the past decade, making this one of the most predictable topic areas you can study.

Mastering this topic directly boosts your score because these questions are straightforward factual recalls — once you know the answers, you own them completely. Plus, as an Indian citizen and a Kerala PSC aspirant, understanding our nation’s scientific contributions gives you both confidence and context that helps everything stick in your memory.

Key Concepts You Must Understand

First, get familiar with India’s major space facilities — know where Satish Dhawan Space Centre is, what TERLS does, and which institutions launch which missions. Think of these as the “address book” of Indian space science; once you have the locations clear, the questions become much easier to answer confidently.

Second, understand the difference between key programmes like Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan, and know the specifications of important satellites like IRNSS and their launch vehicles (PSLV, GSLV). You can explore more complex science topics through resources like SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: DEGREE LEVEL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS PART 7, which builds on these fundamentals with even deeper questions.

Smart Study Tips Before You Begin

Create a simple chart mapping each major mission (Chandrayaan-1, Chandrayaan-2, Mangalyaan) to its launch site, launch vehicle, and key objectives. This visual approach helps your brain organize information spatially, making it much easier to recall under exam pressure than just reading paragraphs.

For memorable learning, associate missions with their distinctive features — for example, remember Chandrayaan-2 explored the Moon’s South Pole (a cold, unexplored region), which makes the answer stand out in your mind. Try grouping similar questions by institution type (ISRO vs. DRDO) and regularly revise using a checklist format to ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

PSC Previous Questions and Answers

Below are the most important questions from previous Kerala PSC examinations on this topic. Read each one carefully!

Name of the place from where Chandrayan-1 was launched?
a. Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota
b. ISRO Satellite Centre, Bengaluru
c. Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram
d. Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre, Thiruvananthapuram
Answer: (a)

How many scientific instruments are on board the Chandrayan-1?
a. 5
b.6
c. 9
d. 11
Answer: (d)

Where is the headquarters of DRDO?
a. New Delhi
b. Odisha
c. Karnataka
d. Maharashtra
Answer: (a)

Where is Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station (TERLS) situated?
a. Andhrapradesh
b. Kerala
c. Odisha
d. Karnataka
Answer: (b)

IRNSS-1E is the fifth satellite in the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) which vehicle launched it?
a. PSLV -C31
b. PSLV-C 30
c, PSLV-C21
d. GSLV3
Answer: (a)

According to SRO, the Chandrayan-2 moon mission will explore which area of the moon?
a. Moon’s North Pole
b. Moon’s South pole
c. Moon’s North-west part
d. Unexplored part of the moon
Answer: (b)

Chandranyan-2 spacecraft has how many modules?
a. 2
b. 3
c. 4
d. 5
Answer: (b)

Which rocket will carry Chandrayan-2 into space?
a. PSLV
b. GSLV
c. GSLV MK- lIl
d. RLV-TD
Answer: (c)

What is the orbiter mass of Chandrayan-2?
a. 2090 Kg
b, 2209 Kg
c. 2379 Kg
d. 2390 Kg
Answer: (c)

Spacecraft Lander is also known as…………?
a. Vikram
b. Vijay
c. Vikramaditya
d. None of the above
Answer: (a)

Wrapping Up — Keep Going!

You’ve now seen the key questions about India’s space missions, launch facilities, and scientific institutions that examiners love to ask. These concepts form the backbone of Science and Technology questions at degree level, so spend time cementing each answer until it becomes automatic for you.

Don’t stop here — there’s so much more to explore! Visit Learn Kerala PSC Online regularly to access more comprehensive study materials, practice questions, and strategic tips that’ll help you ace every section of your exam. Your success is just consistent effort away!