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UPSC 2010 · Q7 · Science & Technology › Space Technology & Astronomy · Save

Consider the following statements:

  1. Estimating the water vapour content in the atmosphere.
  2. Predicting the onset of monsoons.
  3. Monitoring the pollution of coastal waters.

The satellite Oceansat-2 launched by India helps in

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3
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Answer: (d) 1, 2 and 3
UPSC 2010 · Q110 · Science & Technology › Space Technology & Astronomy · Save

In the context of space technology, what is “Bhuvan”, recently in the news?

(a) A mini satellite launched by ISRO for promoting the distance education in India
(b) The name given to the next Moon Impact Probe, for Chandrayaan-II
(c) A geoportal of ISRO with 3-D imaging capabilities of India
(d) A space telescope developed by India
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Answer: (c) A geoportal of ISRO with 3-D imaging capabilities of India