Question

Russian space craft established a new record by reaching the International Space Station (ISS) in only 6 hours, while earlier the space crafts used to take two or three days to reach the ISS. Which is this space craft ?

• A. Sputnik - II
• B. Soyuz
• C. Zond
• D. Venera

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1 — Recall the event: 
Earlier, Russian spacecraft missions to the International Space Station (ISS) used to take two to three days to reach orbit and dock.

Step 2 — New record:
A Russian spacecraft established a new record by reaching the ISS in only six hours. This was achieved by adopting a faster trajectory and improved docking procedures.

Step 3 — Identify the spacecraft:
The spacecraft that accomplished this record was the Soyuz, a long-running and reliable Russian crew transport vehicle used for decades in space programs.

Step 4 — Conclusion:
The Russian spacecraft that set this record is Soyuz.

Answer: Soyuz