Consider the following statements regarding the 'Aditya-L1' mission: 1. It is India's first space-based observatory class solar mission. 2. It is placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrangian point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system. 3. The L1 point provides a continuous view of the Sun without any occultation or eclipses. How many of the statements given above are correct?
A
Only one
B
Only two
C
All three
Correct Answer
D
None
Explanation
Aditya-L1 is India's first dedicated solar mission. It is positioned in a halo orbit around the L1 point, which is about 1.5 million km from Earth. This strategic location allows the satellite to observe the Sun continuously without being hindered by eclipses or occultations.
Space TechnologyISRO Space MissionsAditya-L1ISROLagrangian point (L1)Solar missionHalo orbit