Q. With respect to the ISRO’s satellites in news recently, how the GSAT-7 is different from GSAT-7A?

1. While GSAT -7 is a civil communication satellite, GSAT-7A is a military communication satellite
2. While GSAT-7 is called Rukmini, GSAT-7A is called Rohini

Select the correct option from the codes given below:
Answer: Neither 1 nor 2
Notes: GSAT-7A is an advanced military communications satellite developed by ISRO. It will be country’s second dedicated military satellite after GSAT-7 or ‘Rukmini’. The GSAT-7A satellite is an advanced communications satellite and is dedicated to the Indian Air Force. GSAT-7A will enable the Air Force link various ground radar stations, ground airbase and airborne early warning and control (AEW&C) system. Another satellite in the series.  GSAT-7 which was launched is September 2013 is currently being used by the Indian Navy. The GSAT-7 is a multi-band communication satellite and helps the Indian Navy extend its blue water capabilities and stop relying on foreign satellites like Inmarsat.

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