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Question No. 293Interactive Test Mode
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Q293. Consider the following statements in respect of India advanced satellite INSAT–4A: 1. INSAT-4A was launched in December, 2005 from New Mexico. 2. The European Commercial Launch Service Provider Arianespace was associated with the launch of INSAT-4A. 3. Tata-Sky; a digital cable service provider; is associated with DTH television broadcasting service from INSAT-4A. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Consider the following statements in respect of India advanced satellite INSAT–4A:

  1. INSAT-4A was launched in December, 2005 from New Mexico.
  2. The European Commercial Launch Service Provider Arianespace was associated with the launch of INSAT-4A.
  3. Tata-Sky; a digital cable service provider; is associated with DTH television broadcasting service from INSAT-4A. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)
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Correct Answer: Option (C) — 2 and 3 only

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  • Statement 1 is incorrect: INSAT-4A was launched on December 22, 2005, from the Guiana Space Centre in Kourou, French Guiana (not New Mexico).
  • Statement 2 is correct: The launch was executed by the European commercial launch provider Arianespace aboard an Ariane 5 rocket.
  • Statement 3 is correct: INSAT-4A hosted Ku-band transponders utilized by Tata Sky to broadcast its direct-to-home (DTH) television services across India.
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Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 2006 (Q293)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicScience and Technology → Space & ISRO
Official Answer KeyOption (C) — 2 and 3 only

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 2006 GS Paper I Question 293 (Science and Technology)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 2006 Science and Technology (Space & ISRO) question is Option (C): "2 and 3 only". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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