MEA & NSIL Signed MoU To Assist Launch of Nepal’s Munal Satellite

Current Context: On August 10, 2024, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi to assist with the launch of Nepal’s Munal Satellite.

• This collaboration is a significant step in strengthening the space cooperation between India and Nepal.
• The Munal Satellite is designed to enhance Nepal’s capabilities in various critical areas, including communication, weather forecasting, and disaster management.
• The satellite will provide improved communication services, which are essential for both urban and rural areas in Nepal.
• Enhanced weather forecasting capabilities will help in better predicting and managing natural disasters, such as floods and landslides, which are common in the region.
• Additionally, the satellite will support disaster management efforts by providing real-time data and imagery, aiding in quicker response and recovery operations.

Question:

1 Which two organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on August 10, 2024, to assist with the launch of Nepal’s Munal Satellite?

• A) ISRO and NASA
• B) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and NewSpace India Limited (NSIL)
• C) Nepal Government and European Space Agency
• D) BRICS nations

Answer: B) On August 10, 2024, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi to assist with the launch of Nepal’s Munal Satellite.