Q. With respect to the Axiom Mission-4, consider the following statements:
1.It is a multilateral space programme without any Indian participation.
2.The objective of the mission is to explore life science, space agriculture, and human physiological responses.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation: Only Statement 2 is correct
Statement 1 is incorrect: It is a 14-day crewed mission to the International Space Station (ISS) under the Axiom Space program, involving research in microgravity biology, biotechnology, and sustainability. It is a joint initiative by ISRO (India), NASA (USA), and ESA (Europe), with astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla representing.
Statement 2 is correct: Mission Objectives are-
- Explore life science, space agriculture, and human physiological responses.
- Assess microbial resilience, muscle regeneration, and food growth in zero gravity.
- Contribute towards India’s Gaganyaan Mission and future long-duration spaceflight.
Source: TOI
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