Q. Consider the following statements regarding NISAR mission:
1. It is a collaboration between NASA and ISRO for a joint earth-observation satellite.
2. It will be launched using GSLV Mk-3 satellite launching vehicle.
3. ISRO will provide radars and communication system of the satellite
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Statement 2 is incorrect: NISAR satellite will be launched using GSLV Mk-2
Statement 3 is incorrect: Both radars (L type) and communication system will be provided by NASA. ISRO will provide the spacecraft bus, the second type of radar (called the S-band radar), the launch vehicle and associated launch services
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