What is the name of half-humanoid robot developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for the Gaganyaan mission?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option 3: Vyommitra
Vyommitra is a half-humanoid robot developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for the Gaganyaan mission. The name is derived from the Sanskrit words "Vyoma" (space) and "Mitra" (friend), meaning "friend in space". Its purpose is to simulate human functions in space, test the spacecraft's systems, and monitor environmental parameters before the manned mission.