GSLV - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Which of the following statements is/ are correct about GSLV-D6?

1. GSLV- D6 carried GSAT-6 which has the largest satellite antenna realized by ISRO.
2. It uses solid rocket propellant only.


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Only 1

Explanation:
- It uses indigenously developed Cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS).
- GSLV-D6 is the ninth flight of India's Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV).
- The GSLV is a three-stage rocket. The core of first stage is fired with solid fuel while the four strap-on motors by liquid fuel. The second is the liquid fuel and the third is the cryogenic engine.


2)   Which of the following statements are true about GSLV Mk III?

1. GSLV Mk III is conceived and designed to make ISRO fully self reliant in launching heavier communication satellites of INSAT-4 class, which weights 4500 to 5000 kg.
2. The vehicle is capable of multi-mission launch capability for GTO, LEO, Polar and intermediate circular orbits.
3. It will have 3 stages starting from solid propellant in first to re-startable liquid stage to cryogenic in third.


a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All of the above
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: All of the above

Explanation:
The GSLV-III or Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III, is a launch vehicle developed by the Indian Space Research Organization.