With reference to the Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS), consider the following statements: 1. IRNSS has three satellites in geostationary orbit and four satellites in geosynchronous orbit. 2. It is designed to provide precise position data in India and up to 1500 km beyond its borders. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: IRNSS constellation consists of 7 satellites, with 3 in geostationary and 4 in geosynchronous orbits.
Statement 2 is correct: IRNSS provides accurate positioning services over India and a region extending 1500 km beyond its boundaries.

Source- IE