Why in News?
India observed its third National Space Day on August 23, commemorating the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon in 2023.
Why is August 23 important?
- On August 23, 2023, the Chandrayaan-3 lander Vikram successfully touched down near the lunar south-polar region.
- The landing site was named Shiv Shakti Point, and the date was designated National Space Day.
- The observance highlights India's achievements in space science and encourages interest in science and technology.
Exam Connect
- National Space Day → August 23
- Chandrayaan-3 landing → 2023
- Landing site → Shiv Shakti Point