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    Question

    In the question given below, a passage is given

    followed by three statements which may or may not be inferred from the passage. Select the correct combination of statements that can be inferred. India’s space agency ISRO successfully launched a record number of satellites in a single mission, signalling a major step forward in the country’s ambitions for low-cost space exploration. Many of the satellites belonged to foreign nations, making this mission a testament to India’s growing role in the global space economy. The cost-effective nature of the launch attracted several international clients, boosting ISRO’s credibility as a commercial satellite launcher. Statements: I. ISRO is aiming to become a competitive player in the global space economy. II. India launched all the satellites in the mission solely for its own domestic programs. III. ISRO's affordability and success are appealing to other countries.
    A Only I Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Only II Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only I and III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only II and III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E All I, II, and III Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Statement I: This can be inferred. The passage mentions India’s ambitions for low-cost space exploration and its growing role in the global space economy. Statement II: This is incorrect. The passage clearly states that many of the satellites belonged to foreign nations, so India did not launch all satellites for domestic purposes. Statement III: This can be inferred from: "The cost-effective nature of the launch attracted several international clients" — showing that ISRO’s affordability is attracting foreign clients.

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