71. Yard 1280, named Shachi, the first of eleven Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs), was launched in which state?
[A] Goa
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Kerala
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: A [Goa]
Notes:
Yard 1280 (Shachi), the first of eleven Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs), was launched at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Goa on 31 March 2026. Construction of NGOPVs is happening concurrently at GSL, Goa and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata. These indigenously built ships will augment the existing fleet of ten Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs)/Next-generation OPVs (NOPVs) for multi-domain operations including defence, surveillance, search and rescue, protection of offshore assets, Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief (HADR), and anti-piracy missions.
72. What is the primary objective of the Remotely Piloted Strike Aircraft (RPSA) programme?
[A] Develop supersonic passenger aircraft
[B] Develop unmanned combat aerial vehicles
[C] Improve air traffic management systems
[D] Build satellite launch vehicles
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Correct Answer: B [Develop unmanned combat aerial vehicles ]
Notes:
Indian Air Force is preparing to induct unmanned stealth fighters under the Remotely Piloted Strike Aircraft (RPSA) programme. RPSA aims to develop Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle (UCAV) named Ghatak UCAV. Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles carry missiles and bombs for autonomous strike and combat operations. Ghatak features a stealthy flying-wing design for low radar detection. It can conduct deep-strike missions in heavily defended airspace without risking pilots.
73. INS Taragiri was commissioned at which place in April 2026?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Kochi
[C] Visakhapatnam
[D] Chennai
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Correct Answer: C [Visakhapatnam]
Notes:
INS Taragiri was commissioned into the Indian Navy on April 3, 2026, at Visakhapatnam by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. It is the fourth ship of the Project 17A class, designed by the Warship Design Bureau. It was built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, it has over 75% indigenous content with MSME support. The frigate features advanced stealth technology with reduced radar cross-section. It supports multi-role operations: combat, surveillance, anti-piracy, and humanitarian missions.
74. INS Sunayna, recently visited Maldives as part of its deployment, belongs to which category of naval ships?
[A] Aircraft carrier
[B] Submarine
[C] Offshore Patrol Vessel
[D] Destroyer
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Correct Answer: C [Offshore Patrol Vessel]
Notes:
Indian Navy’s offshore patrol vessel INS Sunayna arrived at Malé, Maldives, under the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative, strengthening India–Maldives maritime ties. The ship was welcomed by Maldives National Defence Force, with two MNDF personnel onboard as part of the multinational crew. This initiative aligns with “Neighbourhood First” policy and Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions (MAHASAGAR) vision. It highlights India’s commitment to regional security, interoperability, and maritime cooperation.
75. The Hwasong-11A (also known as KN-23) is a short-range ballistic missile developed by which country?
[A] North Korea
[B] China
[C] Japan
[D] South Korea
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Correct Answer: A [North Korea]
Notes:
North Korea confirmed testing new cluster-warhead systems on Hwasong-11A short-range ballistic missiles, designed to destroy wide targets. The Hwasong-11A (also known as KN-23) is a short-range ballistic missile developed by North Korea. The tests demonstrated the ability to disperse bomblets over a 6 to 7-hectare area using Hwasong-11 missiles, aiming to maximize damage against soft targets and infrastructure.
76. The ALH Mk III is a variant of which indigenous helicopter?
[A] Dhruv
[B] Rudra
[C] Prachand
[D] Chetak
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Correct Answer: A [Dhruv]
Notes:
Recently, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited handed over four ALH Mk III Maritime Role helicopters to the Indian Coast Guard, boosting maritime capabilities. ALH Mk III is the maritime variant of the indigenous Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopter. It is indigenously designed and manufactured in India, supporting self-reliance in defence. It is a multi-role, twin-engine helicopter suited for complex maritime operations. It enhances operational readiness, rapid response, and surveillance efficiency of the Indian Coast Guard.
77. What is the name of India’s first dedicated nuclear missile tracking and ocean surveillance ship?
[A] INS Dhruv
[B] INS Kaveri
[C] INS Kavach
[D] INS Surya
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Correct Answer: A [INS Dhruv]
Notes:
INS Dhruv is India’s first dedicated nuclear missile tracking and ocean surveillance ship, enhancing strategic maritime capability. It was commissioned on 10 September 2021 and built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) in collaboration with Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO). The ship tracks ballistic missiles, gathers Electronic Intelligence (ELINT), and supports India’s missile defence programme. It provides early warning of missile threats and helps calibrate Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) systems using trajectory data.
78. Astra Mark-2 missile is developed by which organisation?
[A] Indian Space Research Organisation
[B] Defence Research and Development Organisation
[C] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
[D] Bharat Electronics Limited
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Correct Answer: B [Defence Research and Development Organisation]
Notes:
India plans to equip Dassault Mirage 2000 jets with Astra Mark-2 missiles, enhancing interception up to 240 kilometres and boosting aerial dominance. Astra Mark-2 is a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) air-to-air missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). More than 50 industries, including Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), contributed to its development. Astra Mark-1 (90–100 kilometres range) is already inducted in the Indian Air Force (IAF) on LCA Tejas and Su-30 MKI.
79. The satellite imaging system “Prajna” was developed by which organization?
[A] Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
[B] Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)
[C] Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)
[D] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
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Correct Answer: A [Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)]
Notes:
The Ministry of Home Affairs received an indigenous satellite imaging system Prajna, developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation through CAIR (Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Robotics), to improve real-time decision-making for security agencies. The AI-enabled Prajna system is designed to monitor sensitive regions and support counter-terrorism operations, thereby strengthening internal security. DRDO and the Indian Navy successfully conducted in-flight trials of ADC-150 (Air Droppable Container with 150 kg capacity) from the P-8I aircraft off the Goa coast.
80. The Advanced Armoured Platforms were developed by which organisation?
[A] Indian Space Research Organization
[B] Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
[C] Defence Research and Development Organisation
[D] None of the Above
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Correct Answer: C [Defence Research and Development Organisation]
Notes:
Defence Research and Development Organisation unveiled Advanced Armoured Platforms (tracked & wheeled) on April 25, 2026, at Ahilyanagar, Maharashtra. These platforms were developed by Vehicles Research and Development Establishment to meet evolving operational needs of Indian defence forces. They feature an indigenously developed 30 mm crewless turret with a 7.62 mm PKT gun and Anti-Tank Guided Missile capability.