42. Consider the following statements with respect to GSLV MK - III
i) The GSLV-III features a higher payload capacity than the current GSLV.
ii) It has an indigenous cryogenic third stage.
Which of the above statement/s is/are correct?
c) Both i and ii
Explanation:
The Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III is the next generation launch vehicle of ISRO which will be capable of launching four-tonne class satellites into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO). It has an indigenous cryogenic third stage, designated as C25. The C25 stage is considered as the most powerful upper stage developed by ISRO which uses Liquid Oxygen (LOX) and Liquid Hydrogen (LH2) propellant combination.