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526.
Which entity and team received the "Outstanding Contribution to Brand India" award?
Department of Space and PSLV Development Team
Indian National Space Agency and Team Chandrayaan-2
National Space Society of India and Gaganyaan Team
ISRO and Team Chandrayaan-3
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The "Outstanding Contribution to Brand India" award at the 19th India Business Leader Awards (IBLA) was presented to ISRO and Team Chandrayaan-3 for the historic lunar landing achievement on August 23, making India the first country to reach the Lunar South Pole.

527.
Which organization has unveiled plans for its first X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat)?
Indian Space Research Organization
NASA
European Space Agency
China National Space Administration
Answer: Option
Explanation:
ISRO is set to launch India's inaugural X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat), marking a significant stride in the country's space exploration efforts.

528.
Which space-tech startup, based in Chennai, is preparing to flight test the world’s first 3D-printed engine named Agnibaan?
Rocket Labs
Agnikul
SkySpace Innovations
StarLaunch Dynamics
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Agnikul, a Chennai-based startup, is set to flight test the world’s first 3D-printed engine named Agnibaan, with a technology demonstrator mission scheduled by the end of the year.

529.
Which two companies have been granted ISP licenses for satellite internet services in India?
Jio and OneWeb
Jio and Airtel
OneWeb and Airtel
BSNL and Jio
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Jio Satellite Communications and OneWeb have been granted ISP licenses for satellite internet services in India.

530.
What was the growth rate of patent applications by residents of India in 2022?
31.6%
33.5%
28.7%
45.0%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Patent applications by residents of India increased by 31.6% in 2022, to 77,068, according to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). This was the highest growth rate of any country among the top 10 patent filers. India is now the third-largest patent filer in Asia, after China and Japan. It is also the 12th-largest patent filer in the world.