space medium MCQ

What was the primary objective of India's Mangalyaan mission (Mars Orbiter Mission)?

  1. To search for water on Mars
  2. To study Martian surface features and atmosphere
  3. To land a rover on Mars
  4. To establish a colony on Mars

Answer: To study Martian surface features and atmosphere

Launched in 2013, Mangalyaan's main goals were to explore Mars' surface features, morphology, mineralogy, and Martian atmosphere, particularly methane detection. It did not involve landing.

Topic Space Missions - Mangalyaan
Exam Relevance UPSC Prelims, SSC CHSL
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