Question

Explain the importance of satellite communication in India

Discuss the importance of the following in the present day life:

Satellites

Answer 1

Importance of satellite communication:

1. Communication through satellites emerged as a new era in the system of communication in our country.
2. The use of satellites in getting a continuous and synoptic view of the larger areas has made this communication system very vital for the country.
3. Satellite images are used for weather forecasting.
4. Monitoring of natural calamities.
5. Surveillance of border areas.
6. India’s Indian National Satellite System (INSAT) and Remote Sensing Satellite System (IRS) support multipurpose functions like telecommunication, meteorological observation, and remote sensing for agriculture, disaster management, and environmental monitoring.
7. They are used for relaying signals to television, telephone, radio, and mobile phone.
8. They are also useful in weather detection, internet, and military applications.