Defense & Security MCQs: LCA Tejas, Swathi Radar, DRDO

331.

The 'Varuna' exercise primarily aims to enhance which of the following between the participating navies? 1. Mutual understanding and interoperability. 2. Joint operational capabilities in maritime security. 3. Land-based counter-terrorism operations. 4. Air superiority over land borders. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A 1 and 2 only

B 1, 2 and 3 only

C 2, 3 and 4 only

D 1, 2, 3 and 4

332.

Which of the following Indian Navy assets participated in 'Varuna 2026'?

A INS Arihant (SSBN)

B INS Vikramaditya (Aircraft Carrier)

C INS Vikrant (Aircraft Carrier)

D INS Kalvari (Submarine)

333.

Which edition of the 'Varuna' exercise concluded on April 4, 2026?

A 15th

B 20th

C 25th

D 30th

334.

The 'Varuna' naval exercise is conducted between which two countries?

A India and USA

B India and Russia

C India and France

D India and Japan

335.

What is the primary risk associated with cyberattacks on Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)?

A Only data theft from personal computers.

B Disruption of physical processes and critical infrastructure with real-world consequences.

C Loss of internet connectivity for individual users.

D Increased spam emails.

336.

The new CPS Security Framework emphasizes which of the following? 1. Mandatory security audits for critical CPS installations. 2. Development of indigenous security solutions. 3. Establishment of sector-specific CERTs for OT environments. 4. Exclusive reliance on foreign cybersecurity technologies. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A 1, 2 and 3 only

B 1, 3 and 4 only

C 2, 3 and 4 only

D 1, 2, 3 and 4

337.

Which government bodies were instrumental in unveiling the National Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) Security Framework?

A Ministry of External Affairs and Ministry of Finance

B National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC) and National Cyber Security Coordinator (NCSC)

C Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

D Department of Space (DoS) and Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

338.

Which of the following sectors is NOT typically considered to heavily utilize Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS)?

A Energy grids

B Transportation networks

C Traditional paper-based archiving

D Manufacturing automation

339.

What is the primary purpose of the newly unveiled National Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) Security Framework in India?

A To regulate social media platforms and combat misinformation.

B To secure critical infrastructure against cyber threats targeting integrated computation, networking, and physical processes.

C To promote the development of new e-governance applications.

D To establish guidelines for data privacy in cloud computing.

340.

What is the approximate displacement of INS Samarthya?

A 5,000 tonnes

B 10,000 tonnes

C 25,000 tonnes

D 50,000 tonnes