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The correct answer is Option 1.

In News

• The Indian Air Force is considering acquiring the Ice Breaker missile, an advanced air-launched cruise missile developed by Israeli defense company Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, which offers significant operational flexibility and advanced capabilities.

Key Points

• Statement 1 is correct – The Ice Breaker missile is indeed a long-range, autonomous, precision-guided missile developed by Rafael Advanced Defense Systems of Israel.
• Statement 2 is incorrect – The missile has a maximum range of 300 km, not 200 km, and it carries a 250 lb warhead, not a 500 lb warhead.
• Statement 3 is correct – The missile is equipped with an electro-optical seeker, allowing it to operate in all weather conditions. It can function autonomously or in a man-in-the-loop mode, making it highly versatile.
• Statement 4 is correct – The Ice Breaker missile is compatible with multiple platforms, including jet fighters, light attack aircraft, helicopters, and small maritime vessels, providing flexibility in its deployment.

Additional Information

• The missile’s Very Low Observable (VLO) capability allows it to fly at low altitudes, making it difficult to detect. The integration of artificial intelligence helps in target recognition, ensuring that it only engages hostile targets.

The correct answer is Procurement of advanced technology from Startups and MSMEs.

Key Points

• The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved amendments in 2020 to promote the procurement of advanced technology from Startups and MSMEs.
• This initiative aims to foster innovation and indigenization in the defence sector.
• Startups and MSMEs are encouraged to develop cutting-edge technologies that can be integrated into the Indian defence ecosystem.
• The policy aims to create a more self-reliant defence manufacturing sector by leveraging the potential of smaller enterprises.

Additional Information

• Defence Acquisition Council (DAC)
  • The DAC is the highest decision-making body in the Ministry of Defence for capital acquisition proposals.
  • It was constituted to ensure expeditious procurement of the approved requirements of the Armed Forces.
  • The DAC is headed by the Defence Minister of India.
• MSMEs in Defence
  • Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) play a crucial role in the defence manufacturing sector.
  • They contribute significantly to the supply chain by providing key components and subsystems.
  • Government policies are increasingly focusing on the inclusion of MSMEs to boost self-reliance in defence production.
• Startups in Defence
  • Startups are being encouraged to participate in defence projects through various innovation challenges and funding programs.
  • Initiatives like the Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) aim to support startups in developing new defence technologies.
  • These efforts are part of a broader push to modernize India's defence capabilities and reduce dependency on foreign technology.

The correct answer is Israel.

Key Points

•  Heron drones, inducted by Indian forces for enhanced surveillance, are acquired from Israel.
• Israel has been a key supplier of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to India for many years.
• The Heron is a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) UAV system developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI).
• These drones are known for their long flight endurance, often exceeding hours.
• They are equipped with advanced surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities, including high-resolution cameras and sensors.
• The Heron drones enhance India's ability to monitor its borders and conduct intelligence gathering.
• They can operate in various weather conditions and terrains, providing crucial real-time imagery and data.
• India operates several variants of the Heron drones, including the Heron Mk and the more advanced Heron Mk-.
• The Heron Mk-2 boasts enhanced features such as longer range, higher payload capacity, and improved sensors.
• These advanced versions can also be equipped with satellite communication links for extended operational reach.
• The Indian Air Force (IAF), Indian Army, and Indian Navy utilize Heron drones for a wide range of missions.
• These missions include border surveillance, counter-terrorism operations, and maritime patrol.
• The drones provide a significant advantage in terms of persistent surveillance over large areas.
• They can also be used for target acquisition and reconnaissance in support of other military operations.
• Project Cheetah is an ongoing initiative to upgrade India's existing fleet of Heron drones with enhanced capabilities.
• This upgrade program aims to weaponize some of the Heron drones and improve their communication systems.
• India is also exploring indigenous development and acquisition of UAVs to reduce dependence on foreign suppliers in the long term.
• However, Israeli Heron drones continue to be a vital component of India's unmanned aerial surveillance capabilities due to their proven performance and reliability.
• The acquisition and integration of Heron drones demonstrate India's focus on leveraging advanced technology to strengthen its defense and security apparatus.
• These drones provide a critical eye in the sky, enhancing situational awareness and operational effectiveness for the Indian armed forces.

The correct answer is One-fourth.

Key Points

• In 2016, the defence budget of China was significantly higher compared to India.
• The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) provides reliable data on global military expenditures.
• According to the SIPRI factsheet, India’s defence budget was about one-fourth of China’s defence budget in 2016.
• This indicates the substantial difference in military spending between the two neighboring countries.

Additional Information

• Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI)
  • SIPRI is an independent international institute dedicated to research into conflict, armaments, arms control, and disarmament.
  • Established in 1966, SIPRI provides data, analysis, and recommendations to policymakers, researchers, media, and the interested public.
  • It is known for its annual reports on global military expenditures, arms transfers, and arms production.
• Defence Budget
  • The defence budget is the amount of financial resources dedicated by a nation to raising and maintaining an armed force or other methods essential for national defense.
  • This budget covers areas such as personnel salaries, procurement of arms and equipment, operational maintenance, and research and development.
  • High military expenditure often reflects a country’s strategic priorities and security concerns.
• India’s Defence Budget
  • India is one of the largest military spenders in the world, consistently increasing its defence budget over the years.
  • The funds are allocated to various branches of the military, including the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
  • India’s defense expenditures also include investments in indigenous defense production and modernization of military technology.
• China’s Defence Budget
  • China has one of the largest defense budgets globally, second only to the United States.
  • The budget supports the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), which includes ground forces, navy, air force, and strategic support force.
  • China’s defense spending reflects its focus on enhancing its military capabilities and asserting its influence regionally and globally.

The correct answer is option 4.

In News

• The 2025 edition of TROPEX, conducted over three months (January–March), validated several operational concepts of the Indian Navy and enhanced joint warfare capabilities with the Indian Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard.

Key Points

• TROPEX is not an exercise conducted exclusively by the Indian Navy.
  • This operational level exercise is conducted biennially with participation by all operational Indian Naval units along with substantial participation of Indian Army, Indian Air Force and Coast Guard assets.
  • The exercise involves joint operations, including amphibious landings, cyber and electronic warfare, live weapon firings, and strategic deterrence.
    • Hence, Statement 1 is incorrect.
• The theatre of operations for TROPEX is not limited to the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal.
  • While these regions are a significant part of the exercise, TROPEX also extends from the Strait of Hormuz in the west to the Sunda and Lombok Straits in the east.
  • The operational reach covers approximately 4300 nm from North to South up to 35° South Latitude.
    • Hence, Statement 2 is incorrect.

Additional Information

• TROPEX 25 saw the participation of 65–70 Indian naval ships, 9–10 submarines, and over 80 aircraft.
• Platforms like INS Vikrant, Visakhapatnam-class destroyers, Kalvari-class submarines, MiG-29K, P-8I, and MH-60R helicopters were involved.
• The exercise focused on high-intensity joint operations, maritime security, and combat readiness.

The correct answer is Second.Key Points

• The Government announced Lt General Anil Chauhan (retired) as the new CDS.
• He is the second CDS of India. ​
• General Anil Chauhan, PVSM, UYSM, AVSM, SM, and VSM assumed office as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) on September 30, 2022.

Confusion Points

• ​Manoj Mukund Naravane was not Chief of Defence Staff, he served as the 27th Chief of Army Staff of the Indian Army.
• Both positions are different.
• The position of CDS has been vacant since the demise of India's first CDS General Bipin Rawat.

Additional Information

• ​The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) is the military head and acts as the single-point advisor to the Government of India in matters of India’s military.
• He is also the permanent Chairman of the Chiefs of Staff Committee (CoSC) of the Indian Armed Forces.
• The Chief also heads the Department of Military Affairs.
• The first Chief of Defence Staff, General Bipin Rawat took office on 1 January 2020.
• The creation of the post of CDS was first recommended after the 1999 Kargil War.

The correct answer is An Anti-Tank Missile.

Key Points

• DRDO on 11 January 2022 successfully flight tested the Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MPATGM).
• The anti-tank missile was flight-tested in its final deliverable configuration.
• The indigenously developed MPATGM is a low-weight, fire and forget missile.
• The missile has a miniaturized infrared imaging seeker and advanced avionics for onboard control and guidance.

Additional Information

• ​Important Current Affairs on DRDO in 2021-22:
  • In December 2021, the nuclear-capable ballistic missile ‘Agni Prime’ was successfully tested off the coast of Odisha by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
  • It’s a two-stage canisterized missile with a range of 1,000 to 2,000 kilometres.
    • Chairman DRDO:  Dr. Samir V Kamat 
    • DRDO Headquarters: New Delhi.
    • DRDO Established: 1958.
  • In December 2021, India has successfully test-fired a long-range Supersonic Missile Assisted Torpedo (SMART) off the Balasore coast in Odisha.
  • DRDO and Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully flight-tested the indigenously designed and developed Helicopter launched (air-launched) Stand-off Anti-tank (SANT) Missile from the Pokhran range in Rajasthan.
  • List of DRDO Missile with range:
    • Prithvi II- 250–350 Km
    • Brahmos- 400 Km
    • Shaurya- 700 to 1,900 km
    • Pranash- 200 Km
    • K-4 nuclear- 3500 Km
    • Nirbhay: 1500 Km
    • Agni P Ballistic Missile: 1000 to 2000 Km
    • Akash-NG: 27-30 Km
    • Agni-5: 5000 Km

The correct answer is Ladakh.

In News

• Chushul is one of the five officially agreed Border Personnel Meeting points between the Indian Army and the People’s Liberation Army of China for regular consultations and interactions between the two armies to improve relations.

Important Points

• It is a village in Leh, Ladakh, India. Hence option 3 is correct.
• It is located in the Durbuk tehsil, in the area known as “Chushul valley”.
• It is close to Rezang La and Pangong Lake at a height of 4,360 metres.
• This place is famous for the Indian Army who fought to the ‘last man, last round’ at Rezang La (Chushul) on November 18, 1962.
  • Without this crucial victory, the territory might have been captured by China.

The correct answer is VS Pathania.

Key Points

• Director-General VS Pathania took over as the 24th Chief of Indian Coast Guard on 31 December.
• He is an alumnus of the Defence Services Staff College, Wellington and National Defence College, New Delhi.
• He is also the recipient of the President’s Tatrakshak Medal for Distinguished Service, Tatrakshak Medal for gallantry.
• Director-General VS Pathania succeeds 23rd DG Krishnaswamy Natarajan.

Additional Information

• In August 2021, CDS General Bipin Rawat has presented a book “OPERATION KHUKRI” by authors Major General Rajpal Punia and Ms Damini Punia.
• The book highlights the Indian Army’s successful rescue mission in Sierra Leone as part of the United Nations.
• Indian Navy has commissioned the 4th Scorpene-class submarine INS Vela on November 27th, 2021.
• On November 22nd, 2021,  INS Visakhapatnam, was commissioned into the Indian Navy at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai.
• Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) launched the first large survey vessel Sandhayak for the Indian Navy on December 7th, 2021.
• On December 22nd, 2021, the Indian Navy’s indigenous stealth guided-missile destroyer ‘Mormugao’ went for her maiden sea trials.

The correct answer is Rudram I.

• The RUDRAM I is the first indigenous air to surface, anti-radiation missile of the country for the Indian Air Force (IAF), being developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

Key Points

• The missile is integrated on SU-30 MKI fighter aircraft as the launch platform, having the capability of varying ranges based on launch conditions.
• It has INS-GPS navigation with Passive Homing Head for the final attack.
• The RUDRAM can hit the radiation target with pin-point accuracy.
• The Passive Homing Head can detect, classify, and engage targets over a wide band of frequencies as programmed. The missile is a potent weapon for IAF for Suppression of Enemy Air Defence effectively from large stand-off ranges. 

The correct answer is Mobility.

Key Points

• The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is observing 2020 as the ‘Year of Mobility’.
• It aims for the creation of more residential units and the implementation of various welfare measures for the troops.
• It will focus on sports and physical fitness leveraging modern gadgetry and constructing infrastructure for their families.

Additional Information 

• CISF is a Central Armed Police Force in India and established on March 10, 1969.
• It is under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
• It is a unique organization in paramilitary forces for India, which works for seaways, airways and plays an important role in disaster management. 

The correct answer is Air to air.

Key Points

• DRDO conducts a maiden trial of Python-5 Air to Air Missile.
• Tejas, India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft, added the 5^th generation Python-5 Air-to-Air Missile (AAM) in its air-to-air weapons capability on April 27, 2021.
• Trials were also aimed to validate the enhanced capability of already integrated Derby Beyond Visual Range (BVR) AAM on Tejas.
• The test-firing at Goa completed a series of missile trials to validate its performance under extremely challenging scenarios.
• Derby missile achieved a direct hit on a high-speed manoeuvring aerial target and the Python missiles also achieved 100% hits, thereby validating their complete capability. The trials met all their planned objectives.

 Additional Information

• Missiles:
  • Land of Land: Prithvi, Agni, Brahmos.
  • Land to Air: Akash.

The correct answer is 01 January.Key Points

• Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is celebrating its 64th foundation day on January 1, 2022.
• It was on this day in 1958 when DRDO was formed to make India strong and self-reliant in terms of science and technology.
• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today wished to all DRDO scientists and personnel on their 64th Raising Day.

Additional Information

• ​ Important Current affairs related to DRDO in 2021.
  • On December 10th, 2021, India successfully test-fired the air version of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile from the integrated test range of Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha.
  • DRDO and Indian Air Force (IAF) successfully flight-tested the indigenously designed and developed Helicopter launched (air-launched) Stand-off Anti-tank (SANT) Missile in December 2021.
  • In December 2021, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully test-fired Pinaka Extended Range (Pinaka-ER), Area Denial Munitions (ADM) and indigenously developed fuzes.
    • Chairman DRDO: Samir V Kamat 
    • DRDO Headquarters: New Delhi.
    • DRDO Established: 1958.
  • On September 28th, 2021 Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has carried a successful maiden test flight of a new version of the Akash Missile named ‘Akash Prime’.

The correct answer is Narendra Modi.

Key Points

• India's first aircraft carrier INS Vikrant  commissioned into the Navy by Narendra Modi at an event in Kochi on September 2.
• The commissioning of the indigenously-built aircraft carrier INS Vikrant will contribute in ensuring peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region, besides enhancing the country's overall maritime capabilities.
• The aircraft carrier, built at a cost of around Rs 20,000 crore, successfully completed the fourth and final phase of the sea trials last month.
• With the construction of 'Vikrant', India has joined a select group of nations having the niche capability to indigenously design and build an aircraft carrier.
• The ship has over 2,300 compartments, designed for a crew of around 1700 people, including specialised cabins to accommodate women officers.
• It has a top speed of around 28 knots and a cruising speed of 18 knots with an endurance of about 7,500 nautical miles.

Additional Information

• The project (INS Vikrant) has been implemented under the three phases of contract between the ministry of defence and Cochin Shipyard Ltd, beginning May 2007. The ship's keel was laid in February 2009.
• The aircraft carrier is 262 metres long, 62 metres wide and it has a height of 59 metres. It is powered by four gas turbines totalling 88 MW power and has a maximum speed of 28 Knots.

The correct answer is Stand-Off Anti-Tank.

Key Points

• DRDO and IAF flight-tested helicopter-launched SANT missile from Pokhran ranges on 11 December 2021.
• The Full form of SANT is Stand-Off Anti-Tank.
  • It ​is indigenous stand-off weapons
• The Range of SANT is up to 10 kms.
• It has been designed and developed by Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad in coordination with other DRDO labs.

Important Points

• DRDO
  • Chairman - Samir V Kamat
  • Founded: 1958
  • Headquarters: New Delhi
• IAF (INDIAN AIR FORCE)
  • Founded: 8 October 1932
  • Headquarters: New Delhi
  • Motto - Touch the sky with Glory,नभः स्पृशं दीप्तम् (Taken from Bhagavad Gita)
  • Air Chief Marshal - Vivek Ram Chaudhari (as of August 2022)