Which of the following statements about Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) is/are correct?1. It is an all-liquid three-stage vehicle with the capability to launch up to 500 kg satellite mass.2. It has capability to launch satellite into geosynchronous orbit.Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D

Notes:

About the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV):

It is an all-solid three-stage vehicle with the capability to launch up to 500 kg satellite mass into 500 km Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
The demand for small satellites has emerged in recent years on account of the need for developing countries, private corporations, and universities for small satellites.
Small satellites find ready application for various purposes such as for using formations of small satellites to gather data from multiple points, doing in-orbit inspection of larger satellites, conducting university related research, testing or qualifying new hardware before using it on a more expensive/sophisticated spacecraft etc.
Until now, the small satellites have been launched using PSLV, Advantages of SSLV

The SSLV would help in:

Reduced turn-around time;
Launch on demand;
Cost optimization for realization and operation;
Flexibility in accommodating multiple satellites;
Minimum launch infrastructure requirements.
The development and manufacture of the SSLV are expected to create greater synergy between the space sector and private Indian industries which is a key aim of the Department of Space.

Source: EPIC February 2022