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What is the significance of India in the field of space research?

Answer 1

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Genesis of Indian Space Programme

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) was later formed on August 15, 1969. The prime objective of ISRO is to develop space technology and its application to various national needs. It is one of the six largest space agencies in the world.

The prime objective of ISRO is to use space technology and its application to various national tasks. The Indian space programme was driven by the vision of Vikram Sarabhai, considered the father of the Indian space programme.

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• ➫ India is among the top countries in the field of space research. India has developed state of the art rocket launchers and satellites. India has developed the capability to make SLV, PSLV and GSLV; the vehicles for satellite launches. India has been doing this at a fraction of cost at which developed nations are able to do. Hence, satellite launch from India is highly cost effective. This has attracted many nations to India and has enabled ISRO to earn huge amount of foreign exchange. 

• ➫ India has sent many satellites into space. These satellites are being utilized for collecting data so that weather forecast can be accurately done. Moreover, Indian satellites are also helping in transmitting signals for radio, television, mobile telephones, internet, etc. This is helping in proper functioning of business and commerce.