Multiple choice

Which of the following third-generation communication satellite was launched in January 2002 by India from Kourou in French Guyana?

  1. INSAT-2D

  2. INSAT-3B

  3. INSAT-3C

  4. INSAT-3D

  5. INSAT-2E

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C Correct answer
Explanation

INSAT-3C was launched in January 2002 from Kourou, French Guiana on an Ariane rocket. It was a third-generation communications satellite placed at 74° East longitude, adding to India's communication capacity.