GyanGramWith reference to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the following statements…
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With reference to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the following statements :
1. IRNSS has three satellites in geostationary and four satellites in geosynchronous orbits.
2. IRNSS covers entire India and about 5500 sq. km beyond its borders.
3. India will have its own satellite navigation system with full global coverage by the middle of 2019.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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• Correct Answer: A
• IRNSS (NavIC) has 3 GEO + 4 GSO satellites; it provides regional coverage over India and ~1500 km beyond borders.
• Statement 2 is incorrect: coverage is ~1500 km, not 5500 sq. km; Statement 3 is incorrect: NavIC is regional, not global.
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