Question

Q. Which of the following services are provided by earth observation satellites?

Select the correct answer using the code below:

• A. 2 and 5 only
• B. 1, 3 and 2 only
• C. 1, 3 and 5 only
• D. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Answer 1

The correct option is C 1, 3 and 5 only

Explanation:

Telemedicine and Mobile communication are provided by Communication satellites.

Earth Observation Satellites of ISRO

• ISRO is on the verge of realizing the next generation of these satellites, as part of the continuity of missions, to ensure that the user community is continuously benefitted from space inputs for sustainable development and good governance. The data from these satellites are used for several applications covering agriculture, water resources, urban planning, rural development, mineral prospecting, environment, forestry, ocean resources, and disaster management.
• The advantages of satellite observations are that they are systematic and frequent and can be made uniformly over larger areas. Satellite observations contribute to monitoring the global climate and environment and mapping resources. Within the last ten years, satellite observations have become an essential part of numerous activities, including weather forecasting, sea monitoring, monitoring of forest fires and deforestation, thematic mapping, and polar studies