Let's evaluate each statement about PSLV-C53: A. It was launched from the second launch pad of Satish Dhawan Space Centre on June 30, 2022. This statement is correct. PSLV-C53 was launched on June 30, 2022, from the Second Launch Pad (SLP) at SDSC SHAR, Sriharikota. B. It is the dedicated commercial mission of Antrix Corporation. This statement is incorrect. While Antrix Corporation was ISRO's earlier commercial arm, space commercial missions are now handled by NewSpace India Limited (NSIL). PSLV-C53 was the second dedicated commercial mission for NSIL. C. The launch vehicle carried three satellites from Singapore, namely DS-EO, NeuSAR, Scoob-1. This statement is correct. PSLV-C53 successfully placed DS-EO and NeuSAR satellites (commercial) and Scoob-1 (a student satellite) into orbit for Singapore.
Consider the following in view of PSLV- C53 :
Asked in TSPSC Group 1 Prelims 2022 · Topic: Future Prospects of Indian Space Program (Boosting Private Sector Participation and Commercial Space Economy)
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Answer: C. The launch vehicle carried three satel‐ lites from Singapore, namely DS-EO, NeuSAR, Scoob-1. Choose the correct answer : A. A & B only B. B & C only C. A & C only
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