Question

Which is India’s first experimental satellite launch vehicle?

• A. GSLV
• B. ASLV
• C. SLV3
• D. None of these

Hint:

SLV-3 marked India’s first successful indigenous space launch and was crucial in laying the foundation for later missions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

India’s first experimental satellite launch vehicle was the SLV-3 (Satellite Launch Vehicle-3).
It was developed by ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) under the leadership of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
SLV-3 successfully launched Rohini Satellite RS-1 into near-Earth orbit on July 18, 1980, from Sriharikota.
This event marked India’s entry into the exclusive group of nations capable of developing and launching satellites independently.
Now evaluating the options:
(A) GSLV — Refers to Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle, developed later. ❌
(B) ASLV — Augmented Satellite Launch Vehicle, a later experimental vehicle. ❌
(C) SLV3 — ✔️ Correct. It was India’s first experimental launch vehicle. ✅
(D) None of these — Incorrect, as SLV-3 is the right answer. ❌
Hence, the correct answer is option (C).