MCQs on Defense & Security Current Affairs (July 2026)

1.

The successful test of the 'Astagra' hypersonic missile interceptor by DRDO significantly enhances India's capability in which domain?

A Naval warfare

B Ballistic missile defense

C Cybersecurity

D Space exploration

2.

What is the primary role of the 'Astagra' missile interceptor tested by DRDO?

A To launch long-range ballistic missiles.

B To intercept and destroy incoming hypersonic missiles.

C To provide close-range air defense against drones.

D To conduct electronic warfare operations.

3.

DRDO recently conducted a successful test of an advanced hypersonic missile interceptor. What is the name of this interceptor system?

A Ashwin

B Prithvi

C Astagra

D Kavach

4.

The 2026 edition of the 'Varuna' exercise was conducted in which geographical area?

A Arabian Sea

B Bay of Bengal

C Indian Ocean Region

D Mediterranean Sea

5.

In which year was the India-France Joint Naval Exercise 'Varuna' first initiated?

A 2001

B 2004

C 2000

D 2003

6.

The 2026 edition of the India-France Joint Naval Exercise 'Varuna' was recently concluded. Which of the following was a significant aspect of this year's exercise?

A Inclusion of cyber warfare drills for the first time.

B Focus on anti-submarine warfare and advanced air defense.

C Joint operations involving aircraft carriers from both navies.

D Introduction of new drone technology for maritime surveillance.

Defense & Security MCQs - 2026-07-25