Q. With reference to the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV), consider the following statements:
1.It is aimed at developing a heavy-lift, partially reusable rocket to meet the growing demands of India’s space programme.
2.It is designed to support human spaceflight missions.
3.The payload capacity of the NGLV is half of Launch Vehicle Mark-3’s capacity.
4.It will play an important role in the establishment of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (India’s space station).
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanations –
Statements 1, 2 and 4 are correct. The NGLV is designed to be a heavy-lift rocket with a payload capacity of up to 30 tonnes to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and features a partially reusable first stage. The NGLV is designed to support national goals like establishing and operating the Bharatiya Antariksh Station, as well as conducting human spaceflights and lunar exploration missions.
Statement 3 is incorrect. The NGLV has three times the payload capacity of the LVM3 (Launch Vehicle Mark-3).
Source: The Hindu
