Did India Successfully Plant a Flag on the Moon?

Discover the details of India's historic Moon landing and flag planting by ISRO's Chandrayaan-2 mission.

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Yes, India planted a flag on the Moon. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully landed their spacecraft Chandrayaan-2's Vikram lander near the Moon’s south pole in September 2019, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What was the Chandrayaan-2 mission? The Chandrayaan-2 mission was a landmark Indian lunar exploration project aimed to study and explore the Moon's surface, particularly the south pole.
  2. When did India land on the Moon? India's Chandrayaan-2 mission successfully landed on the Moon in September 2019.
  3. What is the significance of India planting a flag on the Moon? Planting a flag on the Moon symbolizes India's advancements in space technology and serves as a milestone in global space exploration.
  4. Who is responsible for India's space missions? The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is responsible for India's space missions, including the Chandrayaan series.

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