Question 1

Which Indian missile is the first to be developed under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP)?

Accepted Answer

Prithvi. Prithvi was the first missile developed under the IGMDP which started in 1983. It is a surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile. The program was spearheaded by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam.

Question 2

What is the primary classification of the 'BrahMos' missile?

Accepted Answer

Supersonic Cruise Missile. BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile developed as a joint venture between India and Russia. It can be launched from submarines, ships, aircraft, or land. It is currently recognized as the fastest cruise missile in the world.

Question 3

Which Indian missile is categorized as a third-generation 'fire and forget' anti-tank guided missile?

Accepted Answer

Nag. Nag is an anti-tank guided missile designed to destroy modern main battle tanks. It uses an imaging infra-red seeker to hit the target without further intervention after launch. Its land version is usually deployed using the NAMICA carrier.

Question 4

The 'Astra' missile is designed for which type of engagement?

Accepted Answer

Air-to-Air. Astra is India's first indigenous Beyond Visual Range air-to-air missile. It is designed to be integrated into fighter aircraft like the Sukhoi-30 MKI. This missile can engage targets at different altitudes and ranges.

Question 5

What is the maximum range of the Agni-V missile, making it an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM)?

Accepted Answer

5000-5500 km. Agni-V has a range of over 5000 km, bringing it into the ICBM category. It is a three-stage solid-fueled missile developed by the DRDO. This missile significantly enhances India's strategic deterrence capability.

Missiles of India — Set 1