Multiple choice

Normally the space rockets in India are launched from which of the following places?

  1. Ranchi

  2. Sriharikota

  3. Varanasi

  4. Mumbai

  5. Gulmarg
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Space rockets in India are primarily launched from Sriharikota, which houses the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC). This launch facility in Andhra Pradesh is the main spaceport of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Sriharikota was chosen for its geographical advantages including proximity to the equator and ability to launch into various orbital inclinations.

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