Coast Guard & Special Forces — Set 8
Defence GK · तटरक्षक और विशेष बल · Questions 71–80 of 100
The NSG was involved in Operation Golden Bird in 1995, which was:
Correct Answer: D. A counter-terrorism operation in the Northeast
Operation Golden Bird (1995) was a counter-terrorism operation involving Indian Army and BSF units against insurgents in the Northeast, particularly against ULFA (United Liberation Front of Asom) militants. The NSG was on standby during some operations. The operation resulted in interception of major arms consignments along the India-Myanmar border.
RAW's headquarters is located at which place?
Correct Answer: C. CGO Complex, New Delhi
RAW's main headquarters is located in the CGO (Central Government Office) Complex in New Delhi. The actual internal structure and locations of RAW's various divisions are classified. The external address for the Cabinet Secretariat (under which RAW operates) is Rashtrapati Bhavan compound, South Block area, but RAW's operational headquarters is in the CGO Complex area.
India's National Security Council (NSC) is chaired by which official?
Correct Answer: B. Prime Minister of India
The National Security Council (NSC) of India is chaired by the Prime Minister. The NSC Secretariat is headed by the National Security Advisor (NSA). The NSC includes the PM, Defence Minister, External Affairs Minister, Home Minister, Finance Minister, and the three Service Chiefs as special invitees. The NSA coordinates all intelligence and security matters for the PM.
The ICG Director General holds which rank equivalent?
Correct Answer: C. Director General (equivalent to 3-star rank)
The Director General of the Indian Coast Guard (DG ICG) holds a rank equivalent to a three-star military rank (Vice Admiral/Air Marshal/Lieutenant General equivalent). The post was created with the establishment of the ICG in 1977. The DG ICG reports to the Ministry of Defence and coordinates closely with the Chief of Naval Staff on maritime security matters.
Which organisation is India's nodal agency for cyber security?
Correct Answer: C. CERT-In (Indian Computer Emergency Response Team)
CERT-In (Indian Computer Emergency Response Team) is India's nodal agency for cybersecurity under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). For national security cyber operations, NTRO's Cyber Intelligence Division also plays a role. RAW and IB have cyber intelligence wings. The National Cyber Security Coordinator (NCSC) works under the NSA to coordinate all cyber security agencies.
The NSG uses which primary assault rifle in its operations?
Correct Answer: C. HK MP5 and HK G36/SIG Rifles
NSG commandos typically use Heckler & Koch (HK) weapons systems including the MP5 submachine gun (for CQB/indoor operations) and HK G36/G36C assault rifles. They also use SIG Sauer pistols. NSG has been transitioning to more modern assault rifles including the SIG716 and other NATO-compatible weapons. NSG's weapons are selected for reliability in close-quarters combat.
The Para SF's Parachute Training School (PTS) is located at:
Correct Answer: B. Agra
The Parachute Training School (PTS) is located at Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Para SF recruits undergo basic and advanced parachute training at PTS Agra, including static line jumps, free fall, and combat equipment jumps. Advanced HALO/HAHO training may also be conducted at PTS. PTS also trains paratroopers from the regular Para Regiment battalions.
The ICG has rescued the most lives at sea through its SAR operations. The ICG's largest SAR area covers approximately:
Correct Answer: C. 4.6 million sq nautical miles
India's Search and Rescue Region (SRR) for which the ICG is the Maritime SAR Coordinating Authority covers approximately 4.6 million square nautical miles in the Indian Ocean. This is one of the largest SAR areas in the world. The ICG handles thousands of SAR missions annually, rescuing fishermen, mariners, and disaster victims from this vast ocean zone.
Which statement about NSG is CORRECT?
Correct Answer: C. NSG was raised in 1984 after Operation Blue Star
NSG was raised in 1984 following Operation Blue Star at the Golden Temple, Amritsar. NSG functions under the Ministry of Home Affairs (not Defence). It draws personnel from both the Indian Army (51 SAG) and Central Armed Police Forces (52 SAG). NSG headquarters is at Manesar, Gurugram (Haryana), not Delhi Cantonment.
The ICG patrols India's Exclusive Economic Zone to protect fishermen from illegal foreign fishing. India has how many states/UTs with coastline?
Correct Answer: B. 9
India has 9 states (Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal) and 4 Union Territories (Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu + DNH, Puducherry, Andaman & Nicobar Islands) with coastline — totaling 13 coastal states/UTs. However, some questions count differently; 9 states have the primary continuous coastline. The total coastline is 7,516 km.