Question

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?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) None

Answer 1

(a)1 only

IRNSS has three satellites in geostationary and four satellites in geosynchronous orbits.

The IRNS system comprises of a cluster of seven satellites.

Among those seven, three are meant in geostationary and four are for geosynchronous orbits.

Satellites play a very important role in helping scientists to carry on with their calculation at the best.