Question

66. With reference to 'Astrosat', the astronomical observatory launched by India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

i) Other than USA and Russia, India is the only country to have launched a similar observatory into space.

ii) Astrosat is India's first dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. a) i only
• B. b) ii only
• C. c) Both i and ii
• D. d) Neither i nor ii ​​​​​​​

Answer 1

The correct option is B

b) ii only

66 Ans B

Explanation: Explanation: Astrosat is India's first dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory. It was launched on a PSLV-XL on 28 September 2015. USA,Japan,Russia and Europe have already launched a similar satellite. It weighs 1650 KG