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Consider the following statements with reference to the recently launched GSAT-30 satellite:
- GSAT-30 was launched with the help of indigenously developed geostationary launch vehicle GSLV-MkII.
- GSAT-30 derives its heritage from ISRO’s earlier INSAT/GSAT satellite series and will replace INSAT-4A in orbit.
- It is configured on ISRO’s enhanced I-3K Bus structure to provide communication services from Geostationary orbit in C and Ku bands.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
A |
Only 1
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B |
1 and3
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C |
2 and 3
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D |
Only 2
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Your Ans is
Right ans is C
Your Answer Is Correct
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Explanation :
- India’s telecommunication satellite GSAT-30 was successfully launched into a Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) on 17th January, 2020 from Kourou launch base, French Guiana by Ariane-5 VA-251.
- GSAT-30 is configured on ISRO’s enhanced I-3K Bus structure to provide communication services from Geostationary orbit in C and Ku bands. The satellite derives its heritage from ISRO’s earlier INSAT/GSAT satellite series.
- Weighing 3357 kg, GSAT-30 is to serve as replacement to INSAT-4A spacecraft services with enhanced coverage.
- The satellite provides Indian mainland and islands coverage in Ku-band and extended coverage in C-band covering Gulf countries, a large number of Asian countries and Australia.
- India's high power communication satellite GSAT-30 is aimed at providing high-quality television, telecommunications and broadcasting services.
- In-orbit operational life of GSAT-30 is more than 15 years.
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