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Current Affairs MCQs 2026-03-30

971.

Which of the following is NOT a type of operation these helicopters will be involved in?

A Anti-submarine warfare

B Anti-surface warfare

C Strategic bombing

D Maritime interdiction

972.

The 'Make in India' initiative is relevant to this procurement because:

A It mandates the purchase of foreign helicopters.

B It encourages indigenous manufacturing and content.

C It focuses on exporting defense equipment.

D It promotes international collaboration only.

973.

What is a key consideration for the selection of the specific helicopter model?

A Lowest initial purchase price only

B Availability of spare parts from a single vendor

C Stringent technical and operational parameters, with emphasis on indigenous content

D Ease of maintenance in non-combat zones

974.

The DAC's approval signifies a step towards enhancing India's:

A Land-based missile capabilities

B Naval power projection and sustained maritime operations

C Air defense network

D Space-based surveillance systems

975.

The procurement is in line with the government's push for modernizing the armed forces and ensuring maritime security in which region?

A South China Sea

B Mediterranean Sea

C Indian Ocean Region

D Arctic Ocean

976.

This acquisition is crucial for replacing the Indian Navy's:

A Aging fighter jet fleet

B Aging helicopter fleets

C Aging submarine fleet

D Aging aircraft carrier fleet

977.

The approved helicopters are expected to be equipped with:

A Basic communication systems

B State-of-the-art sensors, weapons, and electronic warfare suites

C Only basic defensive armaments

D Limited operational range

978.

What are the primary capabilities that these new helicopters will enhance for the Indian Navy?

A Coastal surveillance and patrol

B Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASuW)

C Troop transport and logistics

D Electronic intelligence gathering

979.

How many advanced naval multi-role helicopters are to be procured?

A 12

B 18

C 24

D 30

980.

What was approved by India's Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) on March 10, 2026?

A Procurement of fighter jets

B Procurement of advanced naval multi-role helicopters

C Procurement of artillery guns

D Procurement of surveillance drones