UPSC Prelims 2010·GS1·science-and-technology·space

In the context of space technology, what is “Bhuvan”, recently in the news?

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  1. AA mini satellite launched by ISRO for promoting the distance education in India
  2. BThe name given to the next Moon Impact Probe, for Chandrayan-II
  3. CA geoportal of ISRO with 3 D imaging capabilities of IndiaCorrect
  4. DA space telescope developed by India

Explanation

Bhuvan is a web based geoportal developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation ISRO. It allows users to explore a 2D and 3D representation of the surface of the Earth, specifically focusing on the Indian subcontinent. The platform provides high resolution satellite imagery and serves as a tool for various applications such as disaster management, agriculture, and town planning. While it is often compared to Google Earth, it is distinct because of its specific focus on Indian administrative boundaries and thematic datasets. Options A, B, and D are incorrect because Bhuvan is a software application and data portal, not a physical satellite, a moon probe, or a telescope.
science-and-technology: In the context of space technology, what is “Bhuvan”, recently in the news?

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