Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) ISRO
GSAT-7A Launch
- The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) launched the GSAT-7A military communication satellite on December 19, 2018.
- It was specifically designed to meet the communication requirements of the Indian Air Force (IAF).
- The satellite provides communication support to various aircraft of the IAF, enhancing its operational capabilities.
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ISRO
- ISRO, established in 1969, has been India's primary agency for space research and satellite development.
- GSAT-7A is part of the series of GSAT satellites launched by ISRO for communication purposes, including GSAT-7 (launched in 2013) and GSAT-6A (launched in 2018).
- GSAT-7A is expected to remain operational for around 8-10 years.