Defence Current Affairs MCQs
31. Which Indian Naval Ship participated in the 325th Navy Day celebrations of the Russian Navy?
[A] INS Tabar
[B] INS Trishul
[C] INS Talwar
[D] INS Trikhand
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Correct Answer: A [INS Tabar]
Notes:
Indian Naval Ship Tabar arrived at St Petersburg to participate in the 325th Navy Day celebrations of the Russian Navy.
INS Tabar is a Talwar-class stealth frigate and is a part of the Indian Navy’s Western Fleet, based at Mumbai under the Western Naval Command. During the stay at St Petersburg, the crew of Tabar will participate in various bilateral interactions with the Russian Navy.
32. Recently, which organization has inducted its first women officers in combat?
[A] Central Industrial Security Force
[B] Indo-Tibetan Border Police
[C] Central Reserve Police Force
[D] National Security Guard
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Correct Answer: B [Indo-Tibetan Border Police]
Notes:
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has inducted its first women officers in combat. On 8th August, 2021 ITBP commissioned its first two women officers in combat after they completed their training at the ITBP officers’ training academy located in Mussoorie. A first-ever ‘History of ITBP’ book containing many unknown facts and photographs of the border guarding force was also released by Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami along with ITBP director general S. S. Deswal.
33. Navies of which two countries have conducted exercise Zayed Talwar 2021?
[A] India and Russia
[B] India and United States
[C] India and Australia
[D] India and UAE
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Correct Answer: D [India and UAE]
Notes:
On 7th August, 2021 navies of India and UAE conducted exercise ‘Zayed Talwar 2021’ off the coast of Abu Dhabi. INS Kochi, with two integral Sea King MK 42B helicopters, deployed in the Persian Gulf, participated in the exercise. UAE participated with UAES AL – Dhafra, a Baynunah class guided missile corvette and one AS – 565B Panther helicopter. As part of the exercise, the ships undertook tactical manoeuvres, Over the Horizon Targeting, Search and Rescue and Electronic Warfare exercises to enhance interoperability and synergy between the two navies. Helicopters were extensively used all through the exercise ranging from Search and Rescue serial to passing of targeting data to ships for simulated missile engagement drills.
34. Which organization has flagged off Freedom Cyclothon 2021?
[A] Border Security Force
[B] Central Reserve Police Force
[C] Indo-Tibetan Border Police
[D] Central Industrial Security Force
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Correct Answer: A [Border Security Force]
Notes:- To mark the 75th Anniversary of Independence Day, Border Security Force (BSF) Director General SS Deswal flagged off ‘Freedom Cyclothon 2021’ from the RS Pura area in Jammu and Kashmir that will end at Dandi in Gujarat.
- The Cyclists will cover four States/Union Territories namely Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan and Gujarat.
- The mission of the Cyclothon is to spread the message of New India Fit India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, Ek Bharat Shresth Bharat and Clean Village Green Village.
- The cyclists will cover a distance of 1993 kilometres.
35. How many countries are participating in Malabar 21 Naval Exercise?
[A] Two
[B] Four
[C] Six
[D] Ten
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Correct Answer: B [Four]
Notes:- The naval forces of India, USA, Japan and Australia (QUAD) would be participating in the Malabar 21 naval exercises.
- These four countries have been a part of the Malabar exercise since 2020.
- This year’s Malabar exercise is held at Pacific island Guam.
- This year’s exercise aims to enhance the interoperability amongst navies and develop common understanding and SOPs in maritime security.
36. What is the name of the bilateral naval exercise that is being held between India and Australia?
[A] AUSINDEX
[B] Malabar Exercise
[C] SIMBEX
[D] Exercise Indradhanush
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Correct Answer: A [AUSINDEX]
Notes:
The bilateral exercise – AUSINDEX between Indian Navy and Royal Australian Navy is being held in Australia from September 6 to 10, 2021. The exercise will provide an opportunity for both Navies to further bolster inter-operability, gain from best practices and develop a common understanding of procedures for Maritime Security Operations. The two countries will also be holding their first “2+2″ Foreign and Defence Ministers meet in New Delhi.
37. With which organization, DRDO partnered with to develop the MRSAM combat Air Defence System?
[A] Rafael Advanced Defense Systems
[B] Dassault Aviation
[C] Bombardier Inc
[D] Israel Aerospace Industries
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Correct Answer: D [Israel Aerospace Industries]
Notes:
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has handed over the first deliverable Firing Unit (FU) of Medium Range Surface to Air Missile (MRSAM) System to Indian Air Force (IAF). In a significant boost to defence capabilities of India, MRSAM was handed over to IAF at Air Force Station, Jaisalmer in Rajasthan. MRSAM is an advanced network centric combat Air Defence System. It was jointly developed by DRDO and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) in collaboration with Indian industry consisting of private and public sectors as well as MSMEs. It is a surface-to-air-missile, 4.5m in length. Contract for MRSAM programme was signed in February 2009. Under the contract, IAF was to buy 450 MRSAMs and 18 firing units at the value of $2bn.
38. With which organization, Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd has partnered to collaborate in the field of surface ships?
[A] Naval Group
[B] Chantiers de l’Atlantique
[C] Navantia
[D] Boeing
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Correct Answer: A [Naval Group]
Notes:
Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd, (GRSE), a Miniratna (Category 1) defence PSU and a leading warship-building company, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Naval Group of France, a leader in the European maritime defence industry. The two firms will collaborate in the field of surface ships that will cater to the requirements of India and international naval forces. Under the administrative control of the defence ministry, GRSE primarily attends to the shipbuilding needs of the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard.
39. In which country Exercise PEACEFUL MISSION -2021 is being held?
[A] United States
[B] Russia
[C] United Kingdom
[D] Australia
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Correct Answer: B [Russia]
Notes:
The Indian military contingent consisting of an all arms combined force of 200 personnel, including 38 personnel from the Indian Air Force, is taking part in the Exercise PEACEFUL MISSION -2021. This exercise is being held in the Orenburg Region of South West Russia from September 13 to 25, 2021. SCO Peaceful Mission is a Multilateral & Joint Counter Terrorism Exercise. The exercise is conducted biennially under the “military diplomacy” between the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states. 6th edition of the Exercise Peaceful Mission is being hosted by Russia, with the aim of fostering close relations between SCO member states. The exercise also seeks to enhance abilities of the military leaders for commanding the multi-national military contingents.
40. What is the name of India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier (IAC)?
[A] Arjun
[B] Vikrant
[C] Kattabomman
[D] Bharathi
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Correct Answer: B [Vikrant]
Notes:
India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier (IAC) Vikrant has recently begun its second phase of sea trails, ahead of its planned induction into the Indian Navy by August 2022.
The warship will operate MiG-29K fighter jets, Kamov-31 helicopters, MH-60R multi-role helicopters. It is a 40,000-tonne aircraft carrier and the largest and most complex warship to be built in India. IAC Vikrant successfully completed a five-day maiden sea trial in August.
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