Which country has its own Satellite Navigation System
Question
Which one of the following countries has its own Satellite Navigation System?
Options
Australia
Canada
Israel
Japan
Explanation
Japan operates its own regional independent satellite navigation system known as the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS). This system is designed to provide highly precise, stable positioning services specifically for the Asia-Oceania region, complementing the US GPS.
Answer: (d).
Question details
Year
2023
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q57
Subject
Science & Technology
Sub-topic
Space Technology & Astronomy
Type
Factual single
Difficulty
Medium
Nature
Current-affairs-linked
Source hint
Regional Satellite Navigation Systems / Japan QZSS Mission
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