Question

The UPC (Unique Porting Code) is used in mobile telephony for:

1.
Changing the operator while keeping the same mobile number
2.
Buying a new SIM card
3.
Charging the mobile phone
4.
Blocking a stolen handset
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)

Option 1 : Changing the operator while keeping the same mobile number

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Detailed Solution

सही उत्तर Changing the operator while keeping the same mobile number है।

Key Points

The UPC (Unique Porting Code) is generated by sending an SMS to 1900. It is used for Mobile Number Portability, to change the operator while keeping the same mobile number.

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Question:

The UPC (Unique Porting Code) is used in mobile telephony for:

1.
Changing the operator while keeping the same mobile number
2.
Buying a new SIM card
3.
Charging the mobile phone
4.
Blocking a stolen handset

Correct Answer: Changing the operator while keeping the same mobile number

The UPC (Unique Porting Code) is generated by sending an SMS to 1900. It is used for Mobile Number Portability, to change the operator while keeping the same mobile number.

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