Q6 · UPPSC current affairs · 12 October 2026 · News · USOF utilisation for Satellite Communications networks

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Proposals regarding the Universal Service Obligation Fund aim to encourage Indian telecom operators to build domestic Non-Geostationary Satellite Orbit constellations primarily to:

A Counter global monopolies and support domestic satellite internet infrastructure.
B Provide exclusive military communication channels for the Ministry of Defence.
C Replace all underground fiber optic networks in metropolitan cities.
D Regulate tariff rates for international roaming services.

Correct answer: (a) Counter global monopolies and support domestic satellite internet infrastructure.

Explanation

Option A is correct as the policy aims to encourage domestic NGSO constellations to counter global monopolies and support domestic satellite internet. The other options misstate the core objective of USOF utilisation for satellite networks.

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