Q.: What was the primary objective of ISRO’s PSLV-C60 mission launched on December 30, 2024?
a) To launch a manned mission to the Moon
b) To demonstrate in-space docking technology
c) To study the effects of space radiation on astronauts
d) To deploy a new communication satellite
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Ans: b) To demonstrate in-space docking technology
The primary objective of the ISRO’s PSLV-C60 mission is to demonstrate in-space docking technology using two small spacecraft, SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target), in a low-Earth circular orbit.
Q.: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Test Cricket is played between India and which country?
a) England
b) South Africa
c) Australia
d) New Zealand
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Answer: c) Australia
On 30 December 2024, In Border-Gavaskar Trophy Cricket, Australia registered a 184 run victory over India on the fifth and final day of the fourth test in Melbourne.
Q.: In which sport did Hemanth Muddappa become the first athlete to win 15 National Titles?
a) Badminton
b) Football
c) Motorcycle Drag Racing
d) Tennis
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Answer: c) Motorcycle Drag Racing
Hemanth Muddappa secured his 15th National Title on December 29, 2024 at the fourth and final round of the MMSC FMSCI Indian National Motorcycle Drag Racing Championship 2024 at the Madras International Circuit (MIC).