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151.
The 'Varuna' series of naval exercises, including 'Varuna-2026', has been a cornerstone of India-France strategic partnership. In which year did this bilateral exercise officially begin?
A 1993
B 2001
C 2008
D 1998
152.
What is the primary objective of the 'Varuna-2026' joint naval exercise between India and France?
A To conduct joint anti-piracy operations in the Gulf of Aden
B To enhance interoperability and strengthen maritime cooperation
C To test new submarine technologies
D To establish a joint naval base in the Indian Ocean
153.
The joint naval exercise 'Varuna-2026' recently commenced in the Arabian Sea. This exercise is conducted between India and which other country?
A United States
B Russia
C France
D United Kingdom
154.
The induction of 'Prahari' tactical drones is expected to significantly enhance the Indian Army's capabilities in which of the following areas?
A Deep-sea exploration
B Cyber warfare operations
C Real-time battlefield intelligence and target acquisition
D Space-based satellite communication
155.
The 'Prahari' tactical drones, recently inducted by the Indian Army, are a significant step towards self-reliance in defense. Which organization is most likely responsible for their indigenous development?
A Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
B Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
C Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)
D Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
156.
The Indian Army recently inducted the advanced indigenous 'Prahari' tactical drones. What is the primary role envisioned for these drones?
A Strategic bombing missions
B High-altitude long-endurance surveillance
C Anti-submarine warfare
D Logistics and supply delivery
157.
What is a key characteristic indicated by the 'SR' in the name of the recently tested indigenous anti-ship missile system, NASM-SR?
A Supersonic speed
B Short-range capability
C Ballistic trajectory
D Nuclear warhead capability
158.
The recently tested indigenous anti-ship missile system, NASM-SR, is primarily designed to be launched from which type of naval platform?
A Naval helicopters
B Submarines
C Fighter jets
D Land-based launchers
159.
Which new indigenous anti-ship missile system was successfully flight-tested by DRDO, enhancing the Indian Navy's offensive capabilities against enemy vessels?
A Naval Anti-Ship Missile (Short Range) (NASM-SR)
B BrahMos
C Varunastra
D Akash
160.
Which indigenous Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV), developed by DRDO, is being considered for various surveillance roles, including potential maritime applications for the Indian Navy?
A Rustom-2 (TAPAS BH-201)
B Abhyas
C Lakshya
D Nishant
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