What name was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the landing site of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Shiv Shakti Point
- Step 1: Shiv Shakti Point is the landing site of Chandrayaan-3, the third lunar mission of ISRO. Answer: Shiv Shakti Point. The name was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 26 August 2023, and the IAU approved 'Statio Shiv Shakti' on 19 March 2024. Why not the others: Tiranga Point, Jawahar Point and Atal Point don't fit.
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