The advanced 'Pralay-II' tactical ballistic missile, recently tested, has been developed by which organization?
A Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
B Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
C Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
D Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
Answer: C
The 'Pralay' series of missiles, including its advanced variants like 'Pralay-II', are indigenously developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) of India.
1762.
Which of the following statements is true regarding the 'Varuna' naval exercise?
A It is a multilateral exercise involving all QUAD nations.
B It primarily focuses on land-based military operations.
C It is a bilateral naval exercise that has been conducted regularly since 1993.
D It is an air force exercise aimed at improving air combat skills.
Answer: C
'Varuna' is a bilateral naval exercise between India and France, initiated in 1993, and has become a hallmark of the strategic partnership between the two countries, not a multilateral or land/air-based exercise.
1763.
What is the primary objective of the 'Varuna' joint naval exercise between India and France?
A To conduct anti-piracy operations in the Indian Ocean.
B To enhance interoperability, share best practices, and strengthen maritime security cooperation.
C To test new submarine technologies.
D To provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief.
Answer: B
The 'Varuna' exercise focuses on improving joint operational capabilities, understanding each other's procedures, and fostering a strong maritime partnership to address common security challenges.
1764.
The 'Varuna' exercise is a prominent bilateral naval exercise conducted between India and which other country?
A United States
B Russia
C France
D United Kingdom
Answer: C
The 'Varuna' exercise is a key naval drill between the Indian and French navies, aimed at enhancing interoperability and maritime cooperation. It has been a regular feature since 1993.
1765.
The testing of this new indigenous system is crucial for India's self-reliance in which critical sector?
A Telecommunications
B Aviation and Maritime Navigation
C Space Exploration
D Weather Forecasting
Answer: B
Accurate and reliable navigation is fundamental for aviation safety and efficient maritime operations. Developing indigenous augmentation systems reduces dependence on foreign technologies, enhancing national security and self-reliance in these critical sectors.
1766.
Which Indian agency is primarily responsible for the development and testing of such indigenous navigation systems?
A Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
B Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
C Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA).
D Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).
Answer: B
ISRO is the nodal agency for developing and launching satellites and related navigation technologies in India. While DRDO also works on navigation systems, particularly for defense, ISRO leads the development of civilian satellite navigation augmentation systems.
1767.
What is the primary purpose of the newly tested indigenous satellite navigation augmentation system?
A To replace the existing GPS system entirely.
B To enhance the accuracy and integrity of satellite-based navigation signals.
C To provide navigation services only in remote areas.
D To facilitate communication between satellites.
Answer: B
Satellite navigation augmentation systems, like the one tested, are designed to improve the performance of existing satellite navigation systems (like GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, or India's NavIC) by providing corrections and additional data, thereby increasing accuracy and reliability.
1768.
Which of the following is a potential application of the AI-powered drought prediction system for policymakers?
A To increase water tariffs during drought periods.
B To implement targeted water conservation measures and agricultural support.
C To encourage migration from drought-prone areas.
D To reduce investment in irrigation infrastructure.
Answer: B
Early and accurate drought predictions enable policymakers to proactively implement targeted water conservation strategies, allocate resources effectively, and provide timely support to affected agricultural communities, mitigating economic and social impacts.
1769.
What is the main advantage of using an AI-powered system for drought prediction compared to traditional methods?
A It requires less computational power.
B It can provide earlier and more accurate predictions by analyzing complex patterns.
C It is less dependent on weather data.
D It can only predict short-term droughts.
Answer: B
AI algorithms can process vast amounts of data and identify subtle, complex patterns that traditional statistical models might miss, leading to earlier warnings and more precise forecasts of drought onset and severity.
1770.
The newly developed AI-powered drought prediction system primarily utilizes which type of data for its analysis?
A Social media sentiment analysis and news reports.
B Satellite imagery, meteorological data, and soil moisture sensors.
C Historical rainfall records and river flow rates.
D Groundwater level monitoring and agricultural output statistics.
Answer: B
AI-powered drought prediction systems typically integrate diverse data sources, including satellite observations for vegetation health and land surface temperature, meteorological data for weather patterns, and soil moisture sensor readings for ground truth.
