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Science & Technology2016
Consider the following statements: The Mangalyaan launched by ISRO–
  1. Is also called the Mars Orbiter Mission
  2. Made India the second country to have a spacecraft
  3. Made India the only country to be successful in making
its spacecraft orbit the Mars in its very first attempt Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Explanation

The correct statements regarding Mangalyaan, or the Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM), are indeed 1 and 3. Statement 1 is correct as Mangalyaan is officially known as the Mars Orbiter Mission. Statement 2 is incorrect because India is actually the fourth country, following the USA, USSR, and Europe, to successfully send a spacecraft to Mars, not the second. Statement 3 is correct as India is the only country to achieve success in placing its spacecraft in Martian orbit on its first attempt, demonstrating a significant technological achievement by ISRO and highlighting the importance of effective planning and execution in India's space exploration efforts. This showcases India's growing capabilities in the field of space technology, which is relevant for understanding national advancements in science and technology.

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