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Which launch station became the cradle of Indian space launches in the early 1960s?

ASDSC, Sriharikota

BThumba Equatorial Rocket Launch Station

CISAC, Bengaluru

DSHAR Centre

Answer:

B. Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launch Station

Read Explanation:

  • Correct Answer: Option B) Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launch Station

  • TERLS was chosen due to its location near the magnetic equator, which was ideal for studying phenomena like the Equatorial Electrojet.


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