Question

When was the Indian for National Satellite System (INSAT), a multipurpose satellite system telecommunications, established?

• A. 1976
• B. 1988
• C. 1994
• D. 1983

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 1983

The Indian National Satellite (INSAT) system, a multipurpose satellite system for telecommunications, broadcasting, meteorology, and search and rescue, was established in 1983 with the commissioning of INSAT-1B. INSAT-1B was an Indian communications satellite which formed part of the Indian National Satellite System. Launched in 1983, it was operated in geostationary orbit at a longitude of 74 degrees east. At the end of its seven-year design life it was replaced by the newly launched INSAT-1D, dropping to backup status.