1. The BrahMos Aerospace Testing Facility was recently inaugurated in which city of Uttar Pradesh?
[A] Kanpur
[B] Varanasi
[C] Meerut
[D] Lucknow
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Correct Answer: D [Lucknow]
Notes:
The Defence Minister recently inaugurated the BrahMos Aerospace Testing Facility in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, on May 12, 2025. This facility is an important component of the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor. The BrahMos missile is a long-range supersonic cruise missile system. It is an unmanned vehicle powered by jet engines. The missile reaches speeds of 2-3 Mach. BrahMos Aerospace, a joint venture between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India and NPOM of Russia, developed it. The missile is named after the Brahmaputra and Moskva rivers.
2. Consider the following statements related to India’s defence export strategy towards Southeast Asia:
- Exporting BrahMos missiles to Vietnam and Indonesia
- Joint defence production with Thailand and Malaysia
- Training Vietnamese military personnel
- Export of warships to Australia
Which of the above statements is / are correct as per the article?
[A] 1, 2 and 3 only
[B] 1 and 3 only
[C] 2 and 4 only
[D] 1, 2, 3 and 4
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Correct Answer: A [1, 2 and 3 only]
Notes:The strategy as per the article includes exporting BrahMos missiles to Vietnam and Indonesia, having joint defence production with Thailand and Malaysia, and training Vietnamese military personnel. No mentioning of warship exports to Australia was given in the article, thus it is incorrect.
3. BrahMos missile is jointly developed by India and which country?
[A] France
[B] Russia
[C] Germany
[D] Australia
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Correct Answer: B [Russia]
Notes:
India has sent a second batch of batteries of the BrahMos missile system to the Philippines. BrahMos is a long-range supersonic cruise missile jointly developed by India and Russia. It can be launched from land, sea, and air platforms. It has a two-stage propulsion system. The first stage is a solid propellant booster that provides the initial supersonic speed. The second stage is a liquid ramjet that takes the missile close to a speed of 3 Mach during the cruise phase. It has a range of up to 290 kilometers. It uses “Fire and Forget” technology, which does not require further guidance after launch. It has shorter flight times, which means quicker target engagement and low dispersion.
4. In the context of missile technology, consider the following statements regarding various missile systems:
- The BrahMos missile is a supersonic cruise missile developed by India and Russia.
- The Agni-V is an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of carrying nuclear warheads.
- The Iron Dome is a missile defense system developed in Israel to intercept short-range threats.
- The S-400 is a long-range air defense missile system developed by the United States.
How many of the above statements are not correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] All three
[D] None
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Correct Answer: A [Only one]
Notes:- The BrahMos missile is a supersonic cruise missile developed by India and Russia: This is correct. It is the world’s fastest cruise missile, capable of flying at speeds of Mach 2.8 to 3.0.
- The Agni-V is an intercontinental ballistic missile capable of carrying nuclear warheads: This is correct. It has a range of over 5,000 kilometers and is equipped with advanced navigation systems.
- The Iron Dome is a missile defense system developed in Israel to intercept short-range threats: This is correct. It can intercept projectiles with a success rate of over 90% in combat.
- The S-400 is a long-range air defense missile system developed by the United States: This is incorrect. The S-400 is developed by Russia and is designed to engage various aerial threats at long ranges.
5. Consider the following:
- Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRAShM)
- DF-17
- BrahMos missile.
Which of the above is/are classified as hypersonic weapons?
[A] Only 1 & 2
[B] Only 2 & 3
[C] 1, 2 and 3
[D] Only 1
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Correct Answer: A [Only 1 & 2]
Notes:- LRAShM: Developed by India, it operates at speeds over 10 Mach, capable of striking targets 1,500 km away within minutes, showcasing advanced glide technology.
- DF-17: A Chinese missile, it also achieves speeds of 10-12 Mach, designed for quick strikes with a range of 1,000 km, emphasizing China’s hypersonic capabilities.
- The BrahMos missile is not currently a hypersonic missile, but an upgraded version is being developed. The BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile that can travel at speeds of Mach 2.8 to 3.0. It’s powered by a ramjet engine and a solid propellant booster. The BrahMos-II is a hypersonic missile that’s currently under development by India and Russia. It’s expected to travel at speeds of Mach 8 and have a range of 1,500 kilometers.
6. BrahMos NG missile is jointly developed by India and which country?
[A] Russia
[B] China
[C] Australia
[D] Japan
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Correct Answer: A [Russia]
Notes:
BrahMos NG, the next-generation supersonic cruise missile, will have its first flight test in 2026, with production starting in 2027-28. It is jointly developed by India and Russia. It is lighter, smaller, and more compact than its predecessor. It weighs 1.6 tonnes and is 6 metres long, compared to the older 3-tonne, 9-metre version. It has a 290 km range and 3.5 Mach speed. It will be deployed on Sukhoi-30MKI and LCA Tejas.
7. The BrahMos missile is jointly developed by India and which country?
[A] France
[B] Australia
[C] Japan
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: D [Russia]
Notes:
India has finalized a Rs 3,800 crore deal to export BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Indonesia after supplying them to the Philippines. The BrahMos missile is a joint venture between India and Russia. The missile is developed by the Indian Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Russian Federation’s NPO Mashinostroyeniya. It is named after the Brahmaputra River in India and the Moscow River in Russia. The base version has a 290 km range while the extended range (ER) version reaches 800-900 km
8. In the light of India’s military advancements, consider the following statements:
- The BrahMos missile, a joint India-Russia venture, is renowned for its supersonic speed.
- The Pinaka is a multi-barrel rocket launcher that can fire 12 rockets within 1 minute.
- The Nirbhay missile is a cruise missile with a range exceeding 1,000 km.
- Pralay is India’s first ballistic missile designated for a conventional role.
How many of the above statements are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] Only three
[D] All four
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Correct Answer: D [All four]
Notes:- The BrahMos missile, a joint India-Russia venture, is renowned for its supersonic speed.: This is correct. BrahMos is the fastest cruise missile globally, with speeds of Mach 2.8.
- The Pinaka is a multi-barrel rocket launcher that can fire 12 rockets within 1 minute.: This is correct. Pinaka can launch 72 rockets in 44 seconds.
- The Nirbhay missile is a cruise missile with a range exceeding 1,000 km: This is correct. Nirbhay has a range of 1,000 km and is designed for precision strikes.
- Pralay is India’s first ballistic missile designated for a conventional role: This is correct. Pralay is designed for tactical battlefield roles with flexible range capabilities.
9. Consider the following:
- Pralay Missile
- BrahMos Missile
- Agni-V
- K-15 Sagarika
- Nirbhay
Which of the above is/are tactical ballistic missiles developed for military use?
[A] 1, 2, 3 and 4
[B] 1, 3 and 5
[C] 1, 3 and 4
[D] 3, 4 and 5
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Correct Answer: C [1, 3 and 4]
Notes:- Pralay Missile: An indigenous short-range ballistic missile with a range of 150-500 km, designed for tactical battlefield use. It can carry a warhead weighing 350-700 kg and is known for its accuracy and ability to evade interception.
- The BrahMos missile is a short-range supersonic cruise missile developed by India and Russia. It is a joint venture between India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Russia’s NPO Mashinostroyeniya.
- Agni-V is India’s first Intercontinental Ballistic Missile(ICBM), with a range of around 5000-8000 km. It brings the entire Asia-Pacific region within its reach.
- K-15 Sagarika (750 km) and K-4 (3500 km, in development) are the Submarine-launched ballistic Missiles (SLBMs), thatcomplete India’s nuclear triad by enabling second-strike capability from underwater locations.
- Nirbhay: India’s first domestically produced cruise missile. Similar in appearance to the Russian Club SS-N-27 and the U.S. Tomahawk. Has a cylindrical fuselage. It Can be launched from land or potentially submarines. A subsonic cruise missile with a range of up to 1500 km
10. In the light of India’s advancements in military technology, consider the following statements regarding missile systems:
- The BrahMos missile is a supersonic cruise missile developed by India and Russia.
- The Agni missile series is primarily designed for short-range tactical strikes.
- The Nirbhay missile is a subsonic cruise missile capable of carrying nuclear warheads.
- The Astra missile is an air-to-air missile developed for the Indian Air Force.
How many of the above statements are correct?
[A] Only one
[B] Only two
[C] Only three
[D] All four
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Correct Answer: C [Only three]
Notes:- The BrahMos missile is a supersonic cruise missile developed by India and Russia: This is correct. BrahMos is one of the fastest cruise missiles in the world.
- The Agni missile series is primarily designed for short-range tactical strikes: This is incorrect. The Agni series includes intermediate to intercontinental range ballistic missiles.
- The Nirbhay missile is a subsonic cruise missile capable of carrying nuclear warheads: This is correct. Nirbhay has a range of 1000 km and can carry various payloads.
- The Astra missile is an air-to-air missile developed for the Indian Air Force: This is correct. Astra is designed to engage and destroy enemy aircraft at various ranges.
Thus, three statements are correct.
