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India: security setup - class-VIII

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The next edition of joint Indo-US, military exercise 'Vajra Prahar' will be held in which city?

  1. Seattle

  2. Jodhpur

  3. Jaisalmer

  4. Arizona


Correct Option: A

The 2nd joint military exercise ‘Dharma Guardian-2019’ to promote military cooperation between India and Japan was held in which state?

  1. Tripura

  2. Mizoram

  3. Goa

  4. Kerala

  5. Tamil Nadu


Correct Option: B

The 10th edition of the joint military exercise ____________ between India and the US will be held at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) in Seattle, US.

  1. Yudh Abhyas

  2. TSENTR

  3. Vajra Prahar

  4. Hand in Hand

  5. HimVijay


Correct Option: C

Now a days instead of nuclear attacks or insvegencies or other forms of anti-social activities are overcomed by there at of E-terrorism. What is this in context of ?

  1. It is the threat posed by electronic waste

  2. It is the threat to various sensity tasks by cyber subversion

  3. It is the modern form of nuclear terrorism

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: B

'Indra' is a bilateral military exercise between India and _________.

  1. Russia

  2. USA

  3. France

  4. None of these


Correct Option: A

Consider the following statements about the Indo-Russia Nuclear Deal
1. India has signed Civil Nuclear Agreement with Russia that will guarantee uninterrupted uranium fuel supplies for its atomic reactors and transfer of technology.
2. A site for four more reactors at Haripur has been identified in West Bengal as part of chain of nuclear park in the country.
3. The pact also has provisions for transfer of enrichment and nuclear technology (denied by US).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 and 2

  2. 1 and 3

  3. Only 3

  4. 1, 2 and 3


Correct Option: D

One of the Asia-pacific nations has agreed to hold its first ever maritime exercise with India. The nation is

  1. Australia

  2. USA

  3. Japan

  4. Vietnam


Correct Option: A

The year 2002 Code of Conduct related to territorial and maritime dispute in the South China sea was signed between China and 

  1. Philippines

  2. Vietnam

  3. United States of America

  4. ASEAN


Correct Option: D

Consider the following statements 
1. According to 1974 peace treaty between India and Bangladesh, both countries would desist to construct defensive structure within 150 metres of International border.
2. Bangladesh's International border is touched by Bengal, Asom, Meghalaya,Tripura and Mizoram. 
3. Length of India,s border is 4096 km With Bangladesh.
4. Asom shares the longest border with Bangladesh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 and 2

  2. 2 and 3

  3. 1, 2 and 3

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: C

Choose the correct answer form the alternatives given.
Taiwan was earlier known as _________.

  1. Fuchow

  2. Marshall Island

  3. Formosa

  4. Macau


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The former name Formosa dates from 1542, when Portugese  sailors sighted the main island of Taiwan and named it Ilha Formosa, which means beautiful island. 

What is the main responsibility of the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons?  

  1. Maintain Chemical Weapons Warheads

  2. Implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention

  3. Both A and B

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C

Which one of the following statements regarding the "Veto" power in the Security Council is correct according to the United Nations Charter?

  1. The decisions of the Security Council on all non-procedural matters must be made by an affirmative vote of nine members including the concurring votes of the permanent members of the Council

  2. Every permanent member of the Security Council can prevent any decision from being accepted, by vetoing it

  3. The term veto was used in Article $27$ of the United Nations Charter to enable any permanent member of the Security Council to prevent any resolution from being passed by the majority

  4. Any member of the Security Council can prevent any resolution from being passed by voting against it


Correct Option: B

Indian Army will re-introduce CASO as permanent feature of counter-terrorism operation. What does CASO stands for?

  1. Cordon and Searchlight Operations

  2. Cordon and Search Operations

  3. Cordon and Seeding Operations

  4. Cordon and Seed Operations


Correct Option: B

The Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty is an international treaty which seeks to inhibit the spread of nuclear weapons and technology to promote cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. In which year it came into force?

  1. 1978

  2. 1970

  3. 1968

  4. 1972


Correct Option: B
Explanation:
  • The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty is a treaty that was made to stop nuclear weapons from being built. It seeks to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and puts the onus on nuclear states to reduce their stockpiles.
  • It was written in 1968, entered into force in 1970, and 190 countries have signed it since then.
  • Only four nations have not signed it. They are India, Israel, Pakistan South Sudan.

A general in an army chart of command positions would constitute a.

  1. status

  2. role

  3. norm

  4. institution


Correct Option: A

Which of the following does not come under the 'Social Defence Sector' promoted by the Gol?

  1. Integrated Programme for Older Persons (IPOP) scheme

  2. Grants-in-aid to NGOs for running old age homes (OAH)

  3. Day Care Centres (DCCs) and Mobile Medical Units (MMUs)

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All the schemes enlisted here are part of the Gol promoted Social defence Sector. The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act 2007 was enacted in order to ensure need-based maintenance for parents and welfare measures for senior citizens.

Which organization has started the work to produce hypersonic weapon missiles that travel at 5 times speed of sound, or a little over a mile every second?

  1. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited

  2. Indian Space Research Organisation

  3. Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited

  4. Bharat Electronics Limited

  5. Defence Research and Development


Correct Option: E

What made countries like Japan rich/developed?

  1. Scientific inventions and discoveries

  2. Efficiency and technology evolved by people

  3. Raw materials and Natural resources

  4. None of them


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Developed countries like Japan have invested in people especially in the field of education and health.


Hence, the correct option is $\text{D}$

Bio weapons cause harm to

  1. One generation

  2. Many generation

  3. Single individual

  4. A city


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Germ bombs release disease germs such as anthrax bacteria which may take epidemic shape and cause widespread death generation after generation.

Consider the following statements about 'Sahayog Kaijin' :
1. It is a joint exercise of the Coast Guards of India and Japan.
2. Its 13th edition was held recently off Chennai Port. 
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sahayog Kaijin is military exercise by the Indian Coast Guard and its Japanese counterpart. Its 15th edition was held in Chennai in 2016. The exercise focusses on search and rescue operations, antipiracy procedures and interoperability between the two forces and other areas of common professional interest.

Which of the following statements about SIMBEX 14 is/are correct?
1. It was a bilateral naval exercise between Indian Navy and Singapore navy.
2 It was the 21st in the series.
3. It was conducted in the Andaman Sea. 

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. 1, 2 and 3

  2. 2 and 3 only

  3. 2 only

  4. 1 and 3 only


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

SIMBEX is an annual bilateral naval exercise conducted by the Indian Navy and the Republic of Singapore Navy. It was first held in 1994. It was conducted in the Andaman Sea from 22 May to 28 May 2014 and was 21st in series. It was designed to enhance inter-operability and mutual understanding between the two navies.

Which one of the following is not provided in Regular Budgetary Support by the Ministry of Defence?

  1. Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Darjeeling

  2. Institute for Defence Studies and Analysis, New Delhi

  3. Armed Forces Tribunal

  4. United Service Institution of India, New Delhi


Correct Option: A

Consider the following countries:
$1$. China
$2$. France
$3$. India
$4$. Israel
$5$. Pakistan
Which among the following are Nuclear Weapons States as recognised by the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons commonly known as Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)?

  1. $1$ and $2$

  2. $1, 3, 4$ and $5$

  3. $2, 4$ and $5$

  4. $1, 2, 3, 4$ and $5$


Correct Option: A

With reference to Agni IV missile, which of the following statement is/are correct?
1. It is a surface to surface missile.
2. It is fuelled by liquid propellant only.
3. It can deliver one-tonne nuclear warhead about 7500 km away.
Select the correct answer using the codes given.

  1. Only 1

  2. 2 and 3

  3. 1 and 3

  4. 1, 2 and 3


Correct Option: A

Consider the following statements:
1. The Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP) was conceived by renowned scientist Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam.
2. The missiles developed under the programme were Prithvi, Agni, Trishul, Nag and Akash.
Which of the above statements is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. None of these


Correct Option: C

Match the following Lists:

List I(Name of Warhead) List II(Type)
A. Tejas 1. Air-to-air missile
B. Arjun 2. Ship based missile
C. Dhanush 3. Main battle tank
D. Astra 4. Light combat aircraft
  1. A-4, B-3, C-2, D-1

  2. A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4

  3. A-4, B-2, C-3, D-1

  4. A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4


Correct Option: A

Consider the following statements:
1. Agni-II is a surface to surface intermediate range missile that can carry nuclear weapons and has a range of more than 2000 km.
2. The missile re-entry vehicle is made with Carbon-Carbon composits.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: A

'Red Flag' is the name of a joint exercise between India and which one of the following countries?

  1. China

  2. Saudi Arabia

  3. The USA

  4. Japan


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements:
1. Medium range surface-to-surface Prithvi-II ballistic missile is a single stage, liquid propelled missile, that is capable of striking targets at a maximum range of 350 km.
2. The Prithvi is the first of the missiles developed under the country's Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme. It has now two variants - Air Force version (Prithvi-II) and Naval (Dhanush), both having a range of 350 km.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: C

C-130 J Super Hercules is the world's most advanced airlifter. Indian Air Force has purchased six of these airlifter from ________.

  1. USA

  2. Russia

  3. France

  4. Israel


Correct Option: A

'MALABAR' is a naval exercise between India and _________.

  1. Singapore

  2. USA

  3. China

  4. Britain


Correct Option: B

Which of the following is an indigenously built light combat aircraft of India?

  1. Akash

  2. Vikrant

  3. Tejas

  4. Arjun


Correct Option: C

The Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited has built the country's first Anti Submarine Warfare Corvette (ASWC). The name of this Corvette is ___________.

  1. Andaman Sea

  2. Ganga Sagar

  3. Kamorta

  4. Kachu Baria


Correct Option: C

'Indradhanush' is a bilateral Air Exercise between India and ________.

  1. USA

  2. France

  3. UK

  4. Israel


Correct Option: C

Which one of the following is not correct about the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)?

  1. DRDO was formed in the year 1958.

  2. It is a network of 10 laboratories engaged in developing defence technologies.

  3. DRDO operates under the Ministry of Defence

  4. Some of its major product include development missiles, armaments, light combat aircrafts, etc.


Correct Option: B

Vajra Prahar is a bilateral military exercise between India and ___________.

  1. Bangladesh

  2. Sri Lanka

  3. Russia

  4. USA


Correct Option: D

Consider the following statements:
1. Hindustan Aeronautics limited (HAL) is the Navratna company and the largest Defence PSU under the Department of Defence Production, Ministry of Defence.
2. Around 90% of the sales of HAL is to the Indian Defence Services.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: C

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

  1. Rustom I, a medium altitude and long-endurance Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)

  2. Lakshya (UAV) - A drone that is remotely piloted by a ground control station provides aerial sub-targets for fire training

  3. Nishant (UAV) is a surveillance aircraft primarily tasked with intelligence gathering over enemy territory

  4. All the above UAV are developed by the Hyderabad-based Aeronautical Development Establishment (ADE)


Correct Option: D

What is Project 75-I?

  1. It is a project for building indigenous AWACS

  2. It is a project for developing Cauvery engine

  3. It is a project for developing submarines

  4. It is a project for developing Arjun-Mark II Tank


Correct Option: C

Shatrujeet and Yudh Abhyas are the two bilateral military exercise between India and _________.

  1. France

  2. Russia

  3. USA

  4. Israel


Correct Option: C

The DRDO is building a new test range for its aeronautics missions for flight-testing sophisticated unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). This new test range is in which state?

  1. Solapur (Maharashtra)

  2. Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh)

  3. Chitradurga (Karnataka)

  4. Nagapattinam (Tamil Nadu)


Correct Option: C

'Arihant' is the name of ________________.

  1. an infantry combat vehicle

  2. a ballistic missile

  3. an attack helicopter

  4. a nuclear powered submarine


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

INS Arihant is the first indigenously-built, nuclear powered ballistic missile submarines in India. It was launched on 26 July 2009, the victory day of Kargil War, by the former P.M. Dr Manmohan Singh.

Which one of the following statements is incorrect?

  1. India is the third largest importer of the defence equipments.

  2. India meets more than 50% of its requirement of the defence equipments through imports.

  3. Defence budget for 2015-16 accounts for less than 2% of the GDP.

  4. Certain financial powers are delegated to the Vice-Chief of Army Staff for capital acquisitions.


Correct Option: A

Consider the following statements:
1. NP1 is the naval prototype (NP-1) of India's Light Combat Aircraft.
2. The only naval aircraft in the light weight category in the world with aircraft carrier operational capabilities.
Which of the above statements is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: C

Which one of the following statements is incorrect?

  1. Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) is the youngest and smallest of defence shipyards.

  2. Mazagaon Dock Limited (MDL) is a leading defence shipyard involved in the construction of frontline warships and submarines for the Indian Navy and Coast Guard.

  3. Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) has so far built 1000 ships for Indian Navy.

  4. BEML Limited was established in 1984 and it is a Miniratna company.


Correct Option: C

In Mumbai, terror attacks on 26 November 2008, what was the code name of security forces commando action against terrorists?

  1. Operation Vijay

  2. Operation Shakti

  3. Operation Cactus

  4. Operation Black Tornado


Correct Option: D

Consider the following statements:
1. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) is a Navratna PSU Company established at Bengaluru in the year 1954.
2. BEL ranks 62nd among top 100 companies worldwide in defence revenues, as published by Defence News, USA.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements:
1. AURA (Autonomous Unmanned Research Aircraft) is an Unmanned Combat Air Vehicle (UCAV) for the Indian Air Force.
2. It is designed and developed jointly by ADE and Defense Electronic Application Laboratory. Which of the above statements is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C

Cryogenic Engine is used in ___________.

  1. Boeing aircraft

  2. High speed rail engines

  3. Space shuttle

  4. Nuclear testing


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements.
1. Arihant is the lead ship of India's Arihant class of nuclear-powered submarines.
2. The vessel was built under the Project 51.
Which of the above statements is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. None of these


Correct Option: A

Which of the following is a type of missile based on range?
1. Short Range Missile
2. Medium Range Missile
3. Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile
4. Intercontinental Ballistic Missile.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. None of these


Correct Option: D

Consider the following statements with reference to BrahMos.
1. It is PJ-10 supersonic anti-ship cruise missile with two stage propulsion system.
2. It has a solid-booster and a liquid-sustainer engine.
3. It can be launched from ship sub-surface/air-based platform.
4. It has a range of 280-300 km with a payload capacity of 200-300 kg.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2, 3 and 4

  2. 2, 3 and 4

  3. 1 and 3

  4. Only 3


Correct Option: A

Which of the following has been raised by the Indian Navy after 26/11 Mumbai terror attack?

  1. Sagar Suraksha Bal

  2. Sagar Prahari Bal

  3. Coast Security Guard

  4. Coastal Protection Force


Correct Option: B

Which one of the following is the name of the Airborne Early Warning and Control System (AEWACS) inducted in the Indian Air Force?

  1. Phoenix

  2. Eagle

  3. Kite

  4. Phalcon


Correct Option: D

Consider the following statements with reference to the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) project.
1. This project was launched in 1983 with the objective to replace MiG-21 fighter scheduled to be phased out by 2012.
2. LAC is a multifunctional, lightweight, close combat aircraft.
3. LAC has multicore capability for fighting, intercepting and bombing, facilitated with night warfare and jamming enemy radar.
4. LAC is supposed to be included into the Indian Air Force (IAF) in the starting of 2008.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2, 3 and 4

  2. 2, 3 and 4

  3. 2 and 4

  4. Only 2


Correct Option: B

Consider the following statements:
1. ICGS Samudra Prahari is touted to be India's first pollution control vessel.
2. The 85-metre-long vessel will be used to mitigate marine oil spills.
Which of the above statements is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. None of these


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements.
1. Nishant is an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) developed by India's ADE (Aeronautical Development Establishment) a branch of DRDO for the Indian Armed Forces.
2. The Nishant UAV is primarily tasked with intelligence gathering over enemy territory and also for recon, training, surveillance, target designation, artillery fire correction, damage assessment.
Which of the above statements is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. None of those


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements:
1. The DRDO developed two variants of Prithvi Missile.
2. Prithvi II is equipped with features of maneuverability to deceive the enemy.
3. Induction of Prithvi Missile enhances the capability of the Indian Army to attack multiple targets simultaneously.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 2 and 3

  2. Only 2

  3. 1 and 3

  4. All of these


Correct Option: B

Consider the following statements.
1. Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), a Miniratna company, was incorporated in the year 1970 and it is a pioneer in the manufacture of Anti-Tank Guided Missiles.
2. MIDHANI, a Miniratna company, was established in November, 1973 to achieve self-reliance in the manufacture of a wide range of super alloys, titanium alloys, special purpose steels, etc. primarily for defence and strategic sectors.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements:
1. A conventional warhead contains high energy explosives.
2. In a strategic warhead, radioactive materials are present and when triggered they exhibit huge radioactivity that can wipe out even cities.
Which of the above statements is/are true?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. None of these


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements.
1. INS Sahyadri, the last of the three first generation indigenous stealth frigate was recently inducted into the Indian Navy.
2. It is also the last warship of 'Project-17' undertaken by the Navy.
Find the wrong answer.

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: D

Which of the following paramilitary forces was the first force to raise an all-woman battalion in India?

  1. ITBP

  2. BSF

  3. CRPF

  4. CISF


Correct Option: A

Arrange the following in a correct chronological order according to their formation:
1. Indo-Tibetan Border Police
2. Border Security Force
3. Assam Rifles
4. National Security Guard
Choose the correct answer from codes given below.

  1. 3, 2, 1, 4

  2. 3, 2, 4, 1

  3. 3, 1, 2, 4

  4. 3, 1, 4, 2


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements with reference to the cruise missile:
1. These kind of missiles make use of gravitational force of the earth to make a strike.
2. It is capable of escaping from radar detection.
3. Lakshya is India's first cruise missile with range of 600 km.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3

  2. 1 and 2

  3. 2 and 3

  4. Only 1


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements.

1. National Security Guards (NSG) modelled on the pattern of SAS of the UK and GSG-9 of Germany.
2. NSG has been set up in 1984 for handling counter terrorists and counter hijacking operations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements with reference to the Interceptor Missile.
1. The Interceptor missile called the Advance Air Defense (AAD-02).
2. The missile was launched from the Missile Control Centre (MCC) on Wheeler Island off Odisha coast.
3. It is a seven meter long, two stage missile equipped with an inertial navigation system.
4. A high tech computer and electro mechanical activator totally under command by the data up-linked from sophisticated ground based radars to the interceptor.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2, 3 and 4

  2. 2, 3 and 4

  3. 1, 2 and 4

  4. Only 2


Correct Option: C

Consider the following statements.
1. Indian Navy has three commands, Western, Eastern and the Southern with headquarters at Mumbai, Vishakhapatnam and Kochi respectively.
2. The Western command is operational and is responsible for training.
3. The Navy has two fleets, one under the Western and the other under Eastern.
4. Goa and Arkonnam are the major Naval Air Bases.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2, 3 and 4

  2. 1, 2 and 3

  3. 1, 3 and 4

  4. Only 3


Correct Option: A

How many high explosive salvo rockets can be fired from the Pinaka?

  1. $6$

  2. $12$

  3. $18$

  4. $24$


Correct Option: B

Consider the following statements:
1. Astra is air to air missile.
2. Astra will be fired from aircraft such as Sukhoi-30 MKI, MiG-29 and Tejas.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: A

India's first even fighter base in Southern Peninsula will be located at _______________.

  1. Thanjavur

  2. Kozhikode

  3. Palakkad

  4. Coimbatore


Correct Option: A

Consider the following statements with reference to the Agni.
1. It is a surface-to-surface ICBM.
2. It has two solid propulsion engines.
3. It can be launched from a fixed platform as well as from Rail/Road Mobile Launcher.
4. India is the 6th country to develop indigenous ICBM capability.
Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

  1. 1, 2, 3 and 4

  2. 1 and 3

  3. Only 2

  4. Only 4


Correct Option: C

The Proof and Experimental Establishment (PXE) is an Indian defense laboratory of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). Its main purpose concerns the research and development of technologies and products in the area of medium and large calibre weapons and their ammunition. Where is it located?

  1. Visakhapatnam

  2. Balasore

  3. Kochi

  4. Mumbai


Correct Option: A

Consider the following statements:
1. HAL is the largest pubic sector undertaking under the Department of Defense Production, 1964.
2. Bharat Electronic Limited (BEL) has been accorded 'Navratna' status Company in 1954.
3. The Bharat Earth Movers Limited also manufactured railway coaches and wagons for Indian Railway and Defense Forces.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3

  2. 1 and 2

  3. 2 and 3

  4. Only 1


Correct Option: A

Consider the following statement about the recently concluded field exercise 'Sarvada Vijay':
1. It was a joint exercise of Indian Army, Navy and Airforce.
2. The overall aim of the exercise was to practice conventional cross-border thrusts into enemy territory. 

Which of the statement given above is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. Only 2

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2


Correct Option: B

Master Chief petty officer is a rank in the ____________________.

  1. Indian Navy

  2. Military Engineering Service

  3. Army Aviation Corps

  4. Indian Air force


Correct Option: A

Which of the following is/are basically mean to be deployed in the northern borders of India for monitoring the borders and also to stop smuggling and illegal immigration?
1. Assam Rifles
2. Border Security Force
3. Indo Tibet Border Force
4. National Security Guards.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  1. 2 and 3

  2. 1 and 2

  3. Only 3

  4. Only 1


Correct Option: A

Consider the following statements with reference to the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS):
1. It is an Aircraft fitted with sophisticated radar.
2. It can provide advance warning about the enemy's intrusion into the country's airspace.
3. India has recently entered into an agreement with Israel for acquiring Israel Grapevine radar Phalcon AEW system.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1, 2 and 3

  2. 1 and 2

  3. Only 3

  4. Only 1


Correct Option: A

Which of the following is/are paramilitary force(s) of India?
1. Indian Coast Guard
2. Assam Rifles
3. Directorate General of Resettlement
Select the correct answer using the code given below.

  1. 1, 2 and 3

  2. 1 and 3

  3. Only 3

  4. 1 and 2


Correct Option: C

Which of the following is/are department in Ministry of Defence?
1. Department of Defence
2. Department of Defence Research and Development
3. Department of Defence Production
4. Department of Defence Finance
Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

  1. 1 and 2

  2. 1, 2 and 3

  3. 2, 3 and 4

  4. Only 1


Correct Option: B

Which one among the following is a state-of-the-act acoustic sensor-based target training system developed by the CSIR for shooters of the Indian Army?

  1. SHANKH

  2. DHVANI

  3. NISHAN

  4. PRAHAR


Correct Option: B

The Central Industrial Security Force is under the administration control of which of the following ministries?

  1. Ministry Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises

  2. Headquarters of the integrated joint staff

  3. Ministry of Home affairs

  4. PMO


Correct Option: C

Seeking to revive historic ties, the India Air Force has gifted a vintage Dakota Aircraft from its museum to (September 2014) ___________________.

  1. the Pakistan Air Force

  2. the Bangladesh Air Force

  3. the Chinese Air Force

  4. the Sri Lankan Air Force


Correct Option: B

With reference to 'Look East Policy' of India, consider the following statements
1. India wants to establish itself as an important regional player in the East Asian affairs.
2. India wants to plug the vacuum created by the termination of Cold War.
3. India wants to restore the historical and cultural ties with its neighbours in South-East and East Asia.
Which of the following statements given below is/are correct?

  1. Only 1

  2. 1 and 3

  3. Only 3

  4. 1, 2 and 3


Correct Option: B

Name the former DGP of Punjab who passed away recently and was known for rooting out militancy from Punjab___________.

  1. K.P.S. Gill

  2. V.K. Bhawra

  3. Prabodh Kumar

  4. Parag Jain


Correct Option: A

The residuary powers (i.e. the powers not listed) under the Constitution vest with the

  1. President

  2. Prime Minister

  3. Union Parliament

  4. State Assemblies


Correct Option: C

When an army officer seizes power through a coup d'etat, he becomes

  1. a de jure sovereign

  2. a de facto sovereign

  3. a popular sovereign

  4. a titular sovereign


Correct Option: B

As a Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, can the Indian President declare a war on his own?

  1. Yes

  2. No

  3. Yes, during an Emergence

  4. Yes, in exceptional circumstances


Correct Option: B

Choose the most appropriate option.
Prithvi Defence Vehicle is

  1. The name of an amphibious Naval vessel

  2. The name of a newly developed tank

  3. The name of a single seated aircraft developed by HAL

  4. The name of India's Nuclear Interceptor Missile.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:
  • The Prithvi Defence Vehicle is an interceptor missile which was launched from Abdul Kalam Island.
  • It has been developed indigenously by DRDO. It is designed for engaging targets in exo-atmosphere region at altitude 50 km of earth’s atmosphere.

Choose the correct answer from the alternatives given.
India's first nuclear test was conducted in ______________.

  1. Champaran

  2. Pokhran

  3. Jawahar Sagar

  4. Chickmagalur


Correct Option: B

Which of the following country has recently declared $3$ month emergency following failed military coup?

  1. Sudan

  2. Turkey

  3. Maldives

  4. Syria


Correct Option: B

Long term funds in the capital market can be raised either by borrowing from certain institutions or through

  1. Issue of note

  2. Taking loan from Government

  3. Issue of securities

  4. Taking loan from foreign institutions


Correct Option: C
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