MCQs on India's Defense & Security Current Affairs (June 2026)

101.

What is the primary capability of the advanced Hypersonic Missile Interceptor tested by DRDO?

A To launch nuclear warheads over long distances.

B To intercept and destroy incoming ballistic and hypersonic missiles.

C To provide early warning of enemy missile launches.

D To conduct electronic warfare against enemy radar systems.

102.

DRDO recently conducted a successful test of an advanced Hypersonic Missile Interceptor. What is the name given to this interceptor system?

A Prithvi

B Agni

C Ashwin

D Brahmos

103.

Which arms of the military participated in the India-France Joint Military Exercise 'Shakti VI'?

A Indian Army and French Army

B Indian Navy and French Navy

C Indian Air Force and French Air Force

D All of the above

104.

In which country was the India-France Joint Military Exercise 'Shakti VI' held?

A India

B France

C United Arab Emirates

D Oman

105.

The India-France Joint Military Exercise 'Shakti VI' recently concluded. What is the primary objective of this exercise?

A To enhance counter-terrorism capabilities and interoperability between the two armies.

B To conduct joint naval patrols in the Indian Ocean.

C To practice air combat maneuvers and aerial reconnaissance.

D To simulate a large-scale amphibious landing operation.

106.

What is a key advantage of hypersonic missiles over traditional ballistic missiles?

A They are slower and easier to track

B They can maneuver, making them difficult to intercept

C They require no fuel

D They can only be launched from submarines

107.

Hypersonic missiles typically travel at speeds greater than:

A Mach 1

B Mach 3

C Mach 5

D Mach 10

108.

Which organization is responsible for the development of India's advanced hypersonic missile system?

A ISRO

B HAL

C DRDO

D BHEL

109.

Where was the 'Shakti-VI' edition of the joint military exercise held?

A Meghalaya, India

B Paris, France

C Rajasthan, India

D Lyon, France

110.

What is the primary objective of the 'Shakti' series of military exercises?

A Naval blockade training

B Cyber warfare defense

C Counter-terrorism and sub-conventional operations

D Space surveillance

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