Navy Ships & Submarines — Set 6
Defence GK · नौसेना जहाज और पनडुब्बी · Questions 51–60 of 160
What is the role of the Indian Navy in disaster management?
Correct Answer: B. Humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, and search-and-rescue operations
The Indian Navy plays a critical role in humanitarian assistance, disaster relief (HADR) operations, and search-and-rescue missions during natural disasters. Its resources are deployed to protect civilians and provide emergency assistance.
How many sailors approximately serve in the Indian Navy?
Correct Answer: C. 75,000 sailors
Approximately 70,000-75,000 sailors serve in the Indian Navy, making it one of Asia's largest naval forces. The Navy maintains rigorous training and operational standards for all personnel.
What is the significance of the Indian Navy's participation in international naval exercises?
Correct Answer: B. Enhancing interoperability with allied nations and promoting maritime cooperation
The Indian Navy's participation in international naval exercises like Malabar, BIMSTEC, and others promotes interoperability with allied nations, enhances maritime cooperation, and strengthens India's regional position.
Which naval shipyard has built the majority of Indian Navy ships?
Correct Answer: B. Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL)
Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) at Visakhapatnam has built a significant number of Indian Navy vessels including frigates, corvettes, and support ships. It is one of India's premier naval shipyards.
What is the primary objective of the Indian Navy's submarine strategy?
Correct Answer: B. Underwater deterrence and protection of sea lanes from surface threats
The Indian Navy's submarine strategy focuses on underwater deterrence, protecting sea lanes from surface and subsurface threats, and maintaining strategic stability in the Indian Ocean region.
How many officers are commissioned each year in the Indian Navy?
Correct Answer: B. 100-150 officers
The Indian Navy commissions approximately 100-150 officers annually through the National Defence Academy, Naval Academy, and other officer training institutions to maintain its operational strength.
Which Indian Navy initiative focuses on training maritime forces of friendly nations?
Correct Answer: A. Project Sahakari
Project Sahakari (Partnership) is the Indian Navy's initiative to train and build capacity of maritime forces from friendly nations, promoting regional maritime security and cooperation.
What is the Indian Navy's primary focus in the Indian Ocean region?
Correct Answer: B. Maintaining stability, freedom of navigation, and protecting maritime trade routes
The Indian Navy's primary focus in the Indian Ocean is maintaining maritime stability, ensuring freedom of navigation for international shipping, and protecting vital trade routes that are crucial for global commerce.
How many naval doctrine versions has the Indian Navy published since independence?
Correct Answer: C. 3 versions
The Indian Navy has published 3 versions of its Naval Doctrine: the first in 1989, second in 2004, and the third in 2015. Each doctrine version reflects the Navy's evolving strategic vision and operational philosophy.
What is India's strategic mineral wealth in its EEZ?
Correct Answer: B. Polymetallic nodules, rare earth elements, and other minerals
India's Exclusive Economic Zone contains significant deposits of polymetallic nodules (containing manganese, nickel, copper, and cobalt), rare earth elements, and other strategic minerals essential for modern technology and defense.