Question

Consider the following statements about GSAT-$19$.
$1$. The payload of the satellite consists of transponders for communication purposes.
$2$. It was launched using GSLV MK-II vehicle.
Which of the statement(s) is/are correct?

• A. $1$ only
• B. $2$ only
• C. Both $1$ and $2$
• D. Neither $1$ nor $2$

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Neither $1$ nor $2$

GSAT 19 is a Geostationary Communication satellite of India with a lift-off mass of 3136 kg. It has a mission life of 10 years. It carries Ka/Ku-band high throughput communication transponders. It is the heaviest satellite of India launched from Indian soil. It was launched using GSLV MK-III vehicle.