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GSAT 7 B

1st April, 2023 Science and Technology

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Context

  • The defence ministry signed a â‚¹3,000-crore contract with NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) for GSAT-7B.

GSAT 7 B: https://www.iasgyan.in/daily-current-affairs/gsat-7-series-satellites

PRELIMS PRACTICE QUESTION

Q. Which of the following statements are correct?

a)The GSAT 7B will primarily fulfill the communication needs of the Indian Air Force.

b)The GSAT 7 satellite launched in 2013 is a 2,650 kg satellite mainly used by the Indian Army for its communication needs.

1)    Only a

2)    Only b

3)    Both a and b

4)    Neither a nor b

Answer: 4

https://www.hindustantimes.com/videos/news/madeinindia-satellite-for-indian-army-modi-govt-signs-3-000-cr-deal-with-isro-for-gsat-7b-101680152945802.html