Q. Consider the following statements:
1. The Space Liability Convention of 1972 defines responsibility in case a space object causes harm.
2. It also has law against space junk crashing back to earth.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: Space Liability Convention, 1972:

  • The Space Liability Convention of 1972 defines responsibility in case a space object causes harm.
  • A launching State shall be absolutely liable to pay compensation for damage caused by its space objects on the surface of the earth or to aircraft, and liable for damage due to its faults in space.
  • However, there is no law against space junk crashing back to earth.

Source: EPIC August 2022

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