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SSC CPO 2020 PYQ — Question 92

SSC CPO - 25 Nov 2020 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q92

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The first Indian satellite, Aryabhata, was launched on 19 April ______.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e 1975.

  • The Aryabhatta spacecraft named after India's famous astronomer Aryabhatta, was launched on April 19, 1975.
  • It was completely designed and fabricated in India. It was launched by Soviet Kosmos- 3M rocket from Kasputin Yar.