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UPSC 2010: In the context of space technology, what is “Bhuvan”, recently in the news?
(a)A mini satellite launched by ISRO for promoting the distance education in India
(b)The name given to the next Moon Impact Probe, for Chandrayaan-II
(c)A geoportal of ISRO with 3-D imaging capabilities of India
(d)A space telescope developed by India
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (c) A geoportal of ISRO with 3-D imaging capabilities of India
“Bhuvan” is ISRO’s web-based geo-portal that provides high-resolution, 3-D visualisation of the Indian terrain, similar to Google Earth but focused on India. It is not a satellite, probe, or telescope. ([rishiupsc.com](https://rishiupsc.com/upsc-prelims-question-paper-2010-with-answers/?utm_source=openai))
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The correct answer is option (c): A geoportal of ISRO with 3-D imaging capabilities of India. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2010, GS Paper 1, as Question 110. It falls under Science & Technology > Space Technology & Astronomy.
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This question is rated "easy". It tests basic recall and most well-prepared aspirants should answer it correctly.
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