Navy Ships & Submarines — Set 1

Correct Answer: A. INS Vikrant

INS Vikrant is an aircraft carrier and the flagship of the Indian Navy. It was commissioned in 2013 and is the first aircraft carrier to be built by India. The Indian Navy operates from three commands: Western, Eastern, and Southern, ensuring comprehensive maritime coverage.

Correct Answer: A. 12-15 submarines

The Indian Navy operates approximately 12-15 submarines including Kilo-class, Arihant-class, and scorpene-class submarines, making it one of the largest submarine forces in Asia. The Indian Navy is responsible for protecting India's maritime interests and coastal security The Indian Navy operates from three commands: Western, Eastern, and Southern, ensuring comprehensive maritime coverage. The Indian Navy operates from three commands: Western Naval Command in Mumbai, Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam, and Southern Naval Command in Kochi.

Correct Answer: B. Anti-ship missile

BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile jointly developed by India and Russia, primarily used as an anti-ship missile by the Navy. It has a speed of Mach 3 and is one of the fastest cruise missiles in the world. India has developed a range of missiles including Agni, Prithvi, BrahMos, and Akash under various defence programmes.

Correct Answer: A. INS Dega

INS Dega at Visakhapatnam is the largest and main naval base of the Indian Navy, serving as headquarters for the Eastern Naval Command. It houses the country's naval intelligence directorate. The Indian Navy operates from three commands: Western, Eastern, and Southern, ensuring comprehensive maritime coverage.

Correct Answer: B. Nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine

INS Arihant is India's first indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), commissioned in 2016. It is capable of carrying nuclear-tipped missiles and is a symbol of India's nuclear deterrent capability. Knowledge of India's defence capabilities and history is essential for competitive examinations and national awareness.

Correct Answer: B. 13 major ports

India has 13 major ports along its coastline. These ports are strategically important for maritime trade and naval operations, located on both the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal. Knowledge of India's defence capabilities and history is essential for competitive examinations and national awareness.

Correct Answer: B. Maritime patrolling and coastal security

The Indian Coast Guard is primarily responsible for maritime patrolling, coastal security, anti-smuggling operations, and rescue missions within India's maritime zones. It operates under the Ministry of Defence during wartime. Knowledge of India's defence capabilities and history is essential for competitive examinations and national awareness.

Correct Answer: D. INS Delhi

INS Delhi was the first destroyer to be built entirely in India. It was commissioned in 1997 and marked a significant achievement in India's naval shipbuilding capability. The Indian Navy operates from three commands: Western, Eastern, and Southern, ensuring comprehensive maritime coverage.

Correct Answer: B. 200 nautical miles

India's Exclusive Economic Zone extends 200 nautical miles from its baseline. Within this zone, India has exclusive rights for exploration and exploitation of marine resources and submarine minerals. Knowledge of India's defence capabilities and history is essential for competitive examinations and national awareness.

Correct Answer: B. 3 destroyers

The Indian Navy has commissioned 3 Kolkata-class guided-missile destroyers: INS Kolkata, INS Kochi, and INS Chennai. These are among the most advanced ships in the Indian Navy. The Indian Navy operates from three commands: Western, Eastern, and Southern, ensuring comprehensive maritime coverage.