MCQs 2026

The NTCA was established in 2005 following the recommendations of the Tiger Task Force to strengthen tiger conservation in India.

The western border of India primarily consists of the border with Pakistan, which is a significant area of focus for border security operations and has been the site of various security challenges.

The 'Netra' system leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) algorithms to process vast amounts of surveillance data, identify patterns, and detect anomalies, thereby improving the efficiency and effectiveness of border surveillance.

'Netra' is an AI-powered surveillance system designed to enhance border security by analyzing data from various sensors to detect and alert about unauthorized movements, intrusions, and other suspicious activities along the border.

The 'Prahari' interceptor is designed to engage targets at altitudes up to 50 km and within a range of approximately 150 km, complementing other interceptors in India's BMD architecture.

While PAD and AAD are interceptor missiles within India's BMD system, and radars/command systems are crucial components, the Agni-V is a strategic ballistic missile for offensive purposes, not an interceptor within the BMD system.

'Prahari' is an indigenous missile interceptor developed by DRDO designed to detect, track, and neutralize incoming ballistic missiles, thereby enhancing India's ballistic missile defense capabilities.

The 2023 edition of 'Shakti' involved the participation of the Indian Army's Mechanized Infantry contingent and the French Army's 13th Light Armoured Brigade, focusing on joint operations.

The 'Shakti' exercise focuses on counter-terrorism operations and combat training in a semi-urban environment, aiming to enhance interoperability and joint capabilities between the two armies.

The 'Shakti-X' exercise, a biennial joint military drill between the Indian Army and the French Army, concluded in Uttarakhand in 2023. The 2023 edition was the 7th edition of the exercise.