Kalpana-1 is a __________ satellite.

Correct option is B

Correct Answer: (C) Meteorological

Explanation:
Kalpana-1 is India’s first dedicated meteorological satellite. It was launched by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) on September 12, 2002, to provide meteorological observations and data transmission services.

Information Booster:
Kalpana-1 was originally named METSAT-1, but it was later renamed in honor of Kalpana Chawla, the first Indian-origin woman astronaut.
It operates in a geostationary orbit and provides cloud motion vectors, sea surface temperature, and water vapor content data.
Additional Information:
(A) Communication Satellite – Communication satellites are used for transmitting television, radio, and internet services. Examples: INSAT series, GSAT series.
(B) Navigation Satellite – Navigation satellites are used for global positioning and navigation services. Example: IRNSS (NavIC).
(D) Remote Sensing Satellite – These satellites are used for earth observation, resource mapping, and disaster monitoring. Example: RISAT, Cartosat.