Q. An artificial satellite orbiting around the Earth does not fall down. This is so because the attraction of Earth (UPSC Prelims 2011)
Answer: provides the necessary acceleration for its motion
Notes: An artificial satellite remains in orbit because Earth’s gravitational attraction provides the necessary centripetal acceleration to keep it moving in a curved path. This acceleration prevents the satellite from falling directly to Earth, allowing it to maintain a stable orbit. The force does not disappear or get neutralized but instead continuously pulls the satellite inward, balancing its motion.