Defence Current Affairs MCQs
31. What is the name of the first indigenous aircraft carrier of India?
[A] Vikrant
[B] Bhim
[C] Virat
[D] Akash
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Correct Answer: A [Vikrant]
Notes:
The Indian Navy has submitted a proposal to the government for the construction of its second indigenous aircraft carrier, known as the Indigenous Aircraft Carrier-2 (IAC-2).
Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) delivered the first indigenously built Aircraft Carrier (IAC-1) INS Vikrant to the Indian Navy in July 2022.
32. The ‘Third Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge’ was launched in which state/UT?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Andhra Pradesh]
Notes:
Recently, the Third Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, designated Yard 77 (LSAM 9), was launched at Guttenadeevi, East Godavari, Andhra Pradesh.
This barge is equipped with both primary and supplementary systems and components from domestic manufacturers.
33. Which country hosts the ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM) Plus Expert Working Group (EWG) on Counter Terrorism Field Training Exercise (FTX) 2023?
[A] India
[B] Russia
[C] Japan
[D] Singapore
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Correct Answer: B [Russia]
Notes:
The ASEAN Defence Ministers Meeting (ADMM) Plus Expert Working Group (EWG) on Counter Terrorism Field Training Exercise (FTX) 2023 is set to be hosted by Russia.
India will be represented by Indian Army Contingent consisting of 32 personnel from a Battalion affiliated to the Rajputana Rifles.
34. ‘HS-748 Avro transport aircraft’ was a legacy aircraft used by which country?
[A] India
[B] Pakistan
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Malaysia
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Correct Answer: A [India]
Notes:
The Indian Air Force (IAF) formally began phasing out its legacy HS-748 Avro transport aircraft from service when the first C-295 MW transport aircraft was inducted into service in a formal ceremony at the Hindon Air Force Station.
The first aircraft was inducted into the No. 11 Squadron, ‘The Rhinos’, based in Vadodara.
35. Which state is the host of the humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) exercise?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Goa
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Punjab
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Correct Answer: B [Goa]
Notes:
The three-day annual joint humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) exercise will be held in Goa.
Eight other countries from the Indian Ocean region will participate. The focus this year is on disasters caused by climate change, and the tri-services along with the Indian Coast Guard, NDMA, NDRF, NIDM, and National Remote Sensing Agencies will participate in the exercise.
36. Which country is the host of ‘Exercise Bright Star’?
[A] India
[B] Egypt
[C] USA
[D] Australia
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Correct Answer: B [Egypt]
Notes:
The Indian Air Force’s (IAF) MiG-29 fighter jets participated in the Exercise Bright Star in Egypt.
It was a biennial multilateral tri-services exercise held at the Cairo Air Base in Egypt. The exercise involved nine countries, including India, in combat training and demonstrations.
37. The Indian Air Force is set to replace all MiG-21 squadrons with which aircraft?
[A] LCA Mark 1A
[B] LCA Mark- 2
[C] SU-30 MKI
[D] HTT-40
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Correct Answer: A [LCA Mark 1A]
Notes:
The Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to replace all Russian-origin MiG-21 squadrons with the LCA Mark 1A by 2025.
This was announced by Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari ahead of the upcoming Air Force Day celebration. The Indian Air Force celebrated its 91st anniversary on October 8 with the theme-“IAF-airpower beyond boundaries”.
38. The Union Defence Ministry partnered with which ship building company for construction of a training ship for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG)?
[A] Cochin Shipbuilders
[B] Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders
[C] Garden Reach Shipbuilders
[D] Bharat Dynamics Limited
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Correct Answer: B [Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders]
Notes:
The Defence Ministry has recently entered into an agreement with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders for the construction of a training ship for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).
The contract is valued at Rs 310 crores. This is the first dedicated training platform with integral helicopter capabilities that will provide basic sea training to 70 Coast Guards and other international officers.
39. With respect to Indian Air Force, what is ‘Virupaaksha’?
[A] Missile
[B] Radar
[C] Submarine
[D] GPS module
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Correct Answer: B [Radar]
Notes:
In an effort to enhance its fleet of Russian-origin Su-30 MKI combat aircraft, the Indian Air Force is preparing to install an indigenous advanced radar known as ‘Virupaaksha.’
This move represents a significant step towards the indigenization of the military sector, reflecting India’s commitment to developing its own defense capabilities.
40. Indian Navy conducted ‘Exercise Prasthan 2023’ in which city?
[A] Vishakhapatnam
[B] Kakinada
[C] Panaji
[D] Gandhi Nagar
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Correct Answer: B [Kakinada]
Notes:
‘Exercise Prasthan 2023’ was conducted by the Naval Officer-in-Charge, Andhra Pradesh, under the Eastern Naval Command, to ensure the security of offshore development areas in Kakinada.
The exercise involved multiple organizations, including the Indian Navy, Coast Guard, oil operators, port authorities, and state agencies. Various scenarios, such as terrorist attacks and oil spills, were simulated to test the efficacy of security mechanisms.
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