UPSC | Prelims GS | 2026

NavIC is primarily associated with India's capability in:

  1. Positioning, navigation and timing
  2. Weather modification
  3. Undersea mining
  4. Nuclear waste disposal

Answer

Correct Answer

Positioning, navigation and timing

Explanation

NavIC provides positioning, navigation and timing services. The article notes that at least four satellites are required for standalone positioning, while the current operational constellation was reported to have three capable satellites. The other options are unrelated.

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