Which Indian satellite is used for weather forecasting?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. INSAT - 3D.
INSAT-3D is an advanced, multipurpose meteorological satellite designed specifically for enhanced weather monitoring and forecasting. Launched by ISRO, it carries a 6-channel imager and a 19-channel sounder, which allow for high-resolution vertical profiles of humidity, temperature, and ozone. This data is critical for tracking cyclones, predicting rainfall, and providing early warnings for extreme weather events, significantly improving the accuracy of the India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) forecasts.
Other Options:
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Aryabhata: India's first satellite launched in 1975, used primarily for experiments in X-ray astronomy, aeronomics, and solar physics.
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Cartosat: A series of Earth observation satellites providing high-resolution imagery for cartography, urban planning, and resource management.
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Mangalyaan (2013) : Also known as the Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM), it was India’s first interplanetary mission to study the Martian surface and atmosphere.