Vikram-S is the sub-orbital rocket developed by Skyroot Aerospace, a private Indian space startup. It was launched on November 18, 2022, as part of the 'Prarambh' (The Beginning) mission from ISRO's launchpad at Sriharikota. This launch marked a significant milestone for India's private space sector.
Which of the following is India’s first privately developed rocket launched by ISRO recently ?
Asked in UPSC NDA 1 2023 · Topic: Future Prospects of Indian Space Program (Boosting Private Sector Participation and Commercial Space Economy)
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