What is Shenzhou VI, that was recently in the news ?

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Q: 56 (IES/2006)
What is Shenzhou VI, that was recently in the news ?

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Current Affairs

question_exam: 

IES

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Shenzhou VI refers to a Chinese manned spacecraft that recently made headlines. It is not a Chinese Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (option 1), a Taiwanese indigenously developed satellite (option 3), or a North Korean missile fitted with nuclear warheads (option 4). The correct answer is option 2, a Chinese manned spacecraft that orbits the Earth. This spacecraft is an integral part of China`s space program, aimed at advancing their exploration and scientific research capabilities. The successful launch and operation of Shenzhou VI demonstrated China`s progress in manned space exploration and its potential to become a major player in the global space industry. The mission of Shenzhou VI was to further test China`s capabilities in manned spaceflight, including the life-support systems, the spacecraft`s performance, and the physical and mental endurance of the astronauts on-board. Overall, Shenzhou VI represents a significant milestone in China`s space exploration journey.

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