Gaganyaan is planned to orbit Earth at approximately what altitude?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 400 km.
Gaganyaan is planned to orbit Earth at an altitude of about 400 km. This low Earth orbit ensures a balance between mission safety, communication, and operational efficiency.
The mission, led by Indian Space Research Organisation, aims to send Indian astronauts (Gagannauts) into space for around three days.
It will use the GSLV Mk III rocket and include indigenous life-support systems, crew escape mechanisms, and recovery operations in the sea, marking India’s major step in human spaceflight capability.