Ten MCQs on current International and national events - 116

PRERNA FOR IAS

(ASSOCIATE OF SAMKALP)

A-Category MCQs -116

Q1. With reference to India's private space sector, consider the following statements:

1. Vikram-1 is India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle.
2. India's space sector reforms are implemented through IN-SPACe.
3. Private participation in the space sector has completely replaced ISRO's role.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Answer: (b)

Explanation:  Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Vikram-1, developed by Skyroot Aerospace, is India's first privately built orbital launch vehicle and represents the success of space-sector reforms implemented through IN-SPACe. Statement 3 is incorrect because ISRO continues to play the central role in research, deep-space missions and strategic activities, while private companies complement its efforts through commercial launches and innovation. UPSC often asks questions that distinguish between "complementing" and "replacing" public institutions. The elimination clue is that reforms generally expand institutional capacity rather than eliminate existing agencies.

Q2. Which one of the following best explains the objective of Public-Private Partnership (PPP) in India's space programme?

(a) Privatization of ISRO

(b) Combining government expertise with private innovation and investment

(c) Restricting foreign investment in space technology

(d) Limiting commercial satellite launches

Answer: (b)