UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 98
What is the purpose of 'evolved Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (eLISA)' project ?
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Correct answer: B
Correct Option: B
Explanation: The evolved Laser Interferometer Space Antenna (eLISA) was conceived as a space-based laser interferometry mission to detect low-frequency gravitational waves.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - Neutrino experiments use particle detectors rather than this space laser interferometer.
B: Correct - Correct-eLISA/LISA targets gravitational waves from massive astrophysical systems.
C: Incorrect - Missile-defence performance testing is unrelated to eLISA.
D: Incorrect - Solar-flare communication effects are studied by space-weather missions, not the main eLISA objective.