Q. The X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) is a planned space observatory to study polarization of cosmic X-rays – is going to launch by which of the following agency?
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[A] ISRO

[B] NASA

[C] JAXA

[D] Both A and B

Answer: A
Notes:

The X-ray Polarimeter Satellite is a planned space observatory to study polarisation of cosmic X-rays.  

  • It is planned to be launched in 2021, and to provide a service time of at least five years.  
  • The telescope is being developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Raman Research Institute. 

Source: Indian Express 


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