From which place near Thiruvananthapuram was India's first rocket, a two-stage Nike Apache, launched on 21 November 1963?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Thumba
- Step 1: The Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station, India's first rocket launching station, was established on 21 November 1963. Answer: Thumba. The day marked India's first venture into space, with the launch of a two-stage Nike Apache sounding rocket from the station at Thumba, Thiruvananthapuram. Why not the others: Sriharikota, Chandipur and Mahendragiri don't fit.
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