2 Science and Technology · 2.3.1 Space programme: organisation, rockets and satellites

2.3.1.1 Indian space programme: Sarabhai, INCOSPAR, ISRO and its centres

India's space programme grew from a small research committee in 1962 under Vikram Sarabhai into ISRO (1969), which works through the Department of Space with specialised centres across the country.

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  • Advanced level
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Key terms

  • Vikram Sarabhai
  • INCOSPAR
  • ISRO
  • Thumba
  • TERLS
  • Aryabhata
  • Rohini
  • Sriharikota
  • VSSC
  • SAC
  • NRSC
  • URSC
  • Antrix

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