Defense and Security Current Affairs MCQs for Competitive Exams

1.

Loitering munitions, also known as 'suicide drones', are characterized by their ability to:

A Carry out long-range reconnaissance missions only.

B Engage targets with precision strike capabilities after a period of loitering.

C Provide aerial surveillance and relay communication.

D Act as decoys to draw enemy fire.

2.

Which Indian defence public sector undertaking (DPSU) or private company is known to be developing or manufacturing loitering munitions for the Indian Armed Forces as of 2026?

A Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

B Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)

C Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL)

D Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd (GRSE)

3.

What is the primary advantage of indigenous loitering munitions for the Indian Armed Forces?

A Reduced reliance on foreign suppliers and enhanced strategic autonomy

B Lower operational costs compared to traditional artillery

C Ability to operate in all weather conditions without modification

D Longer shelf-life and easier maintenance

4.

The '2+2' Ministerial Dialogue between India and Japan, which often discusses maritime security, includes which two ministries from each country?

A Finance and Commerce

B Defence and External Affairs

C Home Affairs and Education

D Agriculture and Environment

5.

In the context of India-Japan maritime security cooperation, which of the following areas is NOT a primary focus?

A Anti-piracy operations

B Disaster relief and humanitarian assistance

C Joint development of advanced fighter jets

D Maritime domain awareness and information sharing

6.

Which of the following exercises is a key component of India-Japan maritime security cooperation, focusing on naval interoperability and joint operations?

A Malabar Exercise

B Veer Guardian Exercise

C Dharma Guardian Exercise

D JIMEX (Japan-India Maritime Exercise)

Defense & Security MCQs - 2026-09-23