Missiles of India — Set 1
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Which Indian missile is the first to be developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP)?
Correct Answer: A. Prithvi
Prithvi was the first missile developed under the IGMDP which started in 1983. It is a surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile. The program was spearheaded by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.
What is the primary classification of the 'BrahMos' missile?
Correct Answer: C. Supersonic Cruise Missile
BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile developed as a joint venture between India and Russia. It can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft, or land. It is currently recognized as the fastest cruise missile in the world.
Which Indian missile is categorized as a third-generation 'fire and forget' anti-tank guided missile?
Correct Answer: D. Nag
Nag is an anti-tank guided missile designed to destroy modern main battle tanks. It uses an imaging infra-red seeker to hit the target without further intervention after launch. Its land version is usually deployed using the NAMICA carrier.
The 'Astra' missile is designed for which type of engagement?
Correct Answer: A. Air-to-Air
Astra is India's first indigenous Beyond Visual Range air-to-air missile. It is designed to be integrated into fighter aircraft like the Sukhoi-30 MKI. This missile can engage targets at different altitudes and ranges.
What is the maximum range of the Agni-V missile, making it an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM)?
Correct Answer: C. 5000-5500 km
Agni-V has a range of over 5000 km, bringing it into the ICBM category. It is a three-stage solid-fueled missile developed by the DRDO. This missile significantly enhances India's strategic deterrence capability.
Which missile is a medium-range surface-to-air missile (MRSAM) developed jointly by DRDO and Israel?
Correct Answer: C. Barak-8
Barak-8 is a joint venture between India and Israel for defense against airborne threats. It is designed to protect naval ships and land assets from aircraft and missiles. In India, the land version is often referred to as MRSAM.
The 'Nirbhay' missile developed by India falls under which category?
Correct Answer: D. Subsonic Cruise Missile
Nirbhay is an indigenous long-range subsonic cruise missile. It is capable of carrying nuclear warheads and can fly at very low altitudes to avoid radar detection. It is powered by a solid rocket booster for launch and a turbojet engine for cruise.
Which missile is specifically designed as a tactical surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile to replace Prithvi?
Correct Answer: A. Prahaar
Prahaar is a quick-reaction, all-weather, highly accurate tactical missile. It was developed to fill the gap between the Pinaka rocket system and Prithvi missiles. It has a range of approximately 150 km.
What does the 'K' stand for in the K-series missiles like K-15 and K-4?
Correct Answer: C. Kalam
The 'K' in the K-family of missiles is named after Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. These are submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBM) designed for the Indian Navy. They provide India with the crucial third leg of its nuclear triad.
Which Indian missile is a supersonic surface-to-air missile with a range of around 25 km?
Correct Answer: D. Akash
Akash is a medium-range mobile surface-to-air missile system. It can target multiple aircraft simultaneously and has a high kill probability. The missile uses a ramjet propulsion system for sustained speed.