MCQs - 2026-08

The bilateral naval exercise between India and France was initiated in 1993 and was christened 'Varuna' in 2001.

The exercise aims to strengthen the strategic partnership by improving interoperability and sharing best practices in maritime security.

Varuna is a long-standing bilateral naval exercise conducted between the Indian Navy and the French Navy.

ISRO typically uses its GSLV Mk III rocket for launching heavier communication satellites like the GSAT series into geostationary transfer orbit.

GSAT satellites are typically communication satellites designed to augment India's communication and broadcasting infrastructure.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the primary space agency of India and is responsible for the launch of the GSAT-40 satellite.

The Agni-VI is designed to have an estimated strike range of over 7,000 km, positioning it as an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is responsible for the development of India's Agni series of ballistic missiles, including the Agni-VI.

India successfully tested its indigenous Agni-VI ballistic missile, which is designed for multiple warhead capability (MIRV), in late 2025.

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