CBSE Class 10/Overview
Curriculum 2026–27
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Science & Technology Cluster· Domain Code SPCE

Space & Astronomy — General Knowledge & Solved Quizzes

Space & Astronomy explores planetary science, astrophysical phenomena, and the history of global space exploration. Key topics include celestial mechanics, the solar system, stellar lifecycles, black holes, exoplanets, and cosmological principles. It also details landmark missions by global and national space agencies, including ISRO's Chandrayaan and Aditya-L1 missions, NASA's Artemis program, deep-space telescopes, and satellite launch vehicle technologies (PSLV, GSLV, Falcon 9). Questions on orbital mechanics, astronomical milestones, and mission objectives frequently appear in Science & Technology sections of UPSC, SSC, and defence examinations. Master10 provides structured space science learning modules supported by verified sample questions and timed practice tests, enabling students to understand astronomical principles and mission milestones clearly.

Prescribed Topics & Learning Modules

Solar System Planets
Isro Missions
Nasa Global Missions
Telescopes Observatories
Stars Galaxies Blackholes
Satellites Constellations

Public Sample Quizzes & Solved Questions

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Question 1Solar System & Planetary Science
easy

What is the closest planet to the Sun in our Solar System?

Question 2Solar System & Planetary Science
easy

Which planet is known as the 'Red Planet' due to iron oxide rust on its surface?

Question 3Solar System & Planetary Science
easy

Which is the largest planet in our Solar System, possessing the Great Red Spot storm?

Question 4ISRO Missions & Launch Vehicles
easy

What is the name of India's premier space agency headquartered in Bengaluru?

Question 5ISRO Missions & Launch Vehicles
easy

In which year did India's Chandrayaan-3 successfully land the Vikram lander on the Moon's lunar south pole region?

Question 6Solar System & Planetary Science
easy

Which planet is known as Earth's 'Twin Sister' due to similar size and mass, but has an extreme runaway greenhouse effect?

Question 7NASA, ESA & Global Expeditions
easy

Who was the first human to travel into outer space, orbiting Earth aboard Vostok 1 in April 1961?

Question 8NASA, ESA & Global Expeditions
easy

Who was the first human to walk on the lunar surface during NASA's Apollo 11 mission on 20 July 1969?

Question 9Deep Cosmos, Stars & Black Holes
easy

What is the name of our home spiral galaxy containing our Solar System?

Question 10ISRO Missions & Launch Vehicles
easy

What is the primary launch vehicle of ISRO known as the 'Workhorse of ISRO' for launching satellites?

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