The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched the LVM3 M4 rocket carrying Chandrayaan 3. The launch took place at 2.35 PM on 14 July 2023 from the second launch pad at Sriharikota, India’s spaceport.
- The mission will be complete in another thirty days when the rover lands on the moon.
- Minister Dr Jitendra Singh and other guests were present and congratulated the scientists.
- ISRO scientists expressed their satisfaction and considered the successful mission a great accomplishment.
- This achievement strengthens India’s position as a global player in the space industry.
Q.: Which was the launch site for the LVM3-M4 rocket that carried Chandrayaan-3 to the moon on July 14, 2023?
a) Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota,
b) Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station,
c) Abdul Kalam Island,
d) Indian Space Research Organisation, Bangalore
Ans : a) Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota,