Q37. Which one of the following countries has its own Satellite Navigation System?
a. Australia
b. Canada
c. Israel
d. Japan
Question from UPSC Prelims 2023 GS Paper
Explanation :
Correct Answer – d. Japan
Satellite Navigation System
Japan has its own Satellite Navigation System called the Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS). The QZSS is a regional satellite system that provides positioning, navigation, and timing services to the Asia-Oceania region, with a focus on Japan and its surrounding areas. The system aims to improve the accuracy and reliability of GPS-based services by complementing the existing GPS constellation.
