Solved previous year question from the OPSC OAS/OCS 2021 Preliminary Examination (General Studies), with the official answer key and a detailed explanation.
Question
Which of the following statements are correct in respect of India’s GSAT24 Satellite launching?
(i) It is a 24 Ku Band Communication Satellite.
(ii) It was launched from Kourou Space Centre in French Guiana.
(iii) This will provide coverage to Pan India.
(iv) It is launched by ISRO’s powerful Rocket GSLV Mk III.
Tap an option to check your answer.
Show answer & explanation
Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: (B) (i), (ii) and (iii)
- It is a 24 Ku Band Communication Satellite.Correct.
A 24-Ku band communication satellite designed to provide pan-India coverage for Direct-to-Home (DTH) services built by ISRO.
- It was launched from Kourou Space Centre in French Guiana.Correct.
The GSAT-24 satellite was launched from the Guiana Space Centre (Centre Spatial Guyanais) in Kourou, French Guiana, South America.The launch occurred on June 22, 2022.
- This will provide coverage to Pan India.Correct.
GSAT-24 provides Pan India coverage and is exclusively leased to Tata Play (formerly Tata Sky) for Direct-to-Home (DTH) services.
- It is launched by ISRO’s powerful Rocket GSLV Mk III.Incorrect.
The GSAT-24 satellite was launched using the European launch vehicle,Ariane 5 ECA+ launch vehicle.
