Missiles of India — Set 6
Technology · भारत की मिसाइलें · Questions 51–60 of 70
What does the 'K' in the K-series missiles (K-15, K-4) stand for?
Correct Answer: D. Kalam
The series of submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBM) is named after Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. These missiles are crucial for India's nuclear triad, allowing launch from underwater. The K-series project was a highly classified defense development.
Which Indian missile system is a medium-range surface-to-air missile designed to target multiple aircraft?
Correct Answer: B. Akash
Akash can target multiple enemy aircraft or missiles simultaneously. It has a range of about 25 km and can carry a 60 kg warhead. It is currently in use by both the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force.
Which missile is India's first indigenous anti-radiation missile to destroy enemy radars?
Correct Answer: B. Rudram-I
Rudram-I is designed to be launched from fighter jets to target enemy surveillance and communication systems. It detects and tracks radiation-emitting targets from a long distance. It significantly enhances the Air Force's suppression capability.
In the context of missiles, what is the full form of IGMDP?
Correct Answer: B. Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme
IGMDP was an Indian Ministry of Defence program to achieve self-sufficiency in missile technology. It was launched in 1983 and successfully developed five different missile systems. The program laid the foundation for India's current missile strength.
Which of these is a short-range, quick-reaction tactical ballistic missile developed by DRDO?
Correct Answer: A. Prahaar
Prahaar is a surface-to-surface missile with a range of about 150 km. It is designed to fill the gap between the Pinaka rocket system and the Prithvi missile. It is highly mobile and can be launched within minutes.
Which missile is a joint development between India and Israel for naval and land defense?
Correct Answer: B. Barak-8
Barak-8 is a Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (LRSAM) system. It is designed to protect ships and ground installations against aircraft and missiles. In India, the land-based version is often called the MRSAM.
Which Agni missile has the shortest range among its family?
Correct Answer: B. Agni-I
Agni-I is a short-to-medium range ballistic missile with a range of about 700-1200 km. It was the first of the Agni series to be developed for the military. It is single-stage and uses solid fuel for propulsion.
What is the name of the anti-tank guided missile designed for the ALH (Advanced Light Helicopter)?
Correct Answer: B. Helina
Helina stands for Helicopter-launched Nag. It is a fire-and-forget missile with a longer range than the original land-based Nag missile. It is one of the most advanced anti-tank weapons in the Indian armory.
Which Indian missile is a surface-to-surface quasi-ballistic missile with a range of 150-500 km?
Correct Answer: A. Pralay
Pralay is a new generation missile that can change its path in mid-air to evade interceptors. It is based on the technologies of the Prithvi missile and the BMD program. It is designed to be used in tactical operations at the borders.
The 'Dhanush' missile is a sea-based variant of which missile?
Correct Answer: B. Prithvi-II
Dhanush is the naval version of the Prithvi-II missile, part of the Prithvi missile family. It is designed for launch from surface ships. It provides the Navy with a powerful surface-to-surface strike capability.