Latest Defence General Knowledge(GK) Questions and answers

1 .

Who successfully conducts flight-test of Phase-II AD-1 missile?

A)

DRDO

B)

ISRO

C)

HAL

D)

BHEL

Correct Answer : Option (A) - DRDO

“Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful maiden flight-test of Phase-II Ballistic Missile Defence (BMD) interceptor AD-1 missile with large kill altitude bracket from APJ Abdul Kalam Island off the coast of Odisha on November 02, 2022".

The AD-1 is a long-range interceptor missile designed for both low exo-atmospheric and endo-atmospheric interception of long-range ballistic missiles as well as aircraft.

It is propelled by a two-stage solid motor and equipped with indigenously-developed advanced control system, navigation and guidance algorithm to precisely guide the vehicle to the target..

Source : Mint

2 .

India has emerged as the leading defense exporter to which countries during 2017-2021?

A)

Europe Countries

B)

African Countries

C)

Asian Countries

D)

North America Countries

Correct Answer : Option (B) - African Countries

India has emerged as a leading defence exporter in recent years and could fulfill Africa's maritime, aerospace and defence requirements, with Mauritius, Mozambique and Seychelles becoming the major buyers of Indian arms during 2017-2021, according to a research report.

The report by India Exim Bank, titled 'Reinvigorating India's Economic Engagements with Southern Africa', was released at the inauguration of the CII-Exim Bank Regional Conclave on India-Southern Africa Growth Partnership, where government officials and captains of business and industry are meeting on Tuesday(1st Nov 2022) to discuss a wide range of areas of potential cooperation.

The report also suggested a shift from India's current approach to India's defence and security cooperation with Africa and other developing countries, which remains need-based and focuses on empowering through training, capacity building, and humanitarian assistance.

"Increased cooperation in areas of aerospace, defence, maritime equipment and vessels can ensure security and enhance technological capacity of Africa and at the same time accelerate India's defence export target of achieving USD 5 billion by 2025".

"Indian military vehicle manufacturers such as Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland are already part of the network. Going forward, indigenously developed new age technologies in the maritime segment, including unmanned underwater systems, unmanned aerial systems and drones could also be exported to Africa"...

Source : Economic Times

3 .

Defence Exercise 'Operation Vigilant Storm' is conducted between South Korea and which other country?

A)

Russia

B)

France

C)

United States

D)

United Kingdom

Correct Answer : Option (C) - United States

Operation Vigilant Storm, a four-day training exercise involving hundreds of aircraft and designed to enhance combat readiness and interoperability between the U.S. Air Force and some of its allies in the Asia-Pacific region.

The exercise is set to run from 31st October 2022 to 4th November 2022, and has already sparked opposition from North Korea’s Foreign Ministry.

Pentagon Press Secretary, Air Force Brig. Gen.Pat Ryder, told reporters that armed units representing the U.S. and the Republic of Korea (ROK) began the planned exercise on Monday(31st Oct 2022).

The four-day exercise will incorporate approximately 240 aircraft and thousands of service members from the ROK Air Force, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Navy, and U.S. Army. They will perform approximately 1,600 sorties, which will be monitored by the Korean Air Operations Center in charge of overseeing the operation..

Source : Flyingmag

4 .

Who has been appointed as the Chief of Southern Command of the Indian Army said on 1st Nov 2022?

A)

Upendra Dwivedi

B)

Ajai Kumar Singh

C)

Surinder Singh Mahal

D)

Amardeep Singh Bhinder

Correct Answer : Option (B) - Ajai Kumar Singh

Lieutenant General "Ajai Kumar Singh" took over as General Office Commanding-in-Chief of the Southern Command of the Indian Army on Tuesday(1st Nov 2022), a defence release said.

An alumnus of the National Defence Academy, Pune and Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Lt General Singh was commissioned into 7/11 Gorkha Rifles in December 1984.

He has vast operational experience in all types of terrain be it counter-insurgency areas, high altitudes & icy glaciated regions of Siachen or the desert sector, the release said.

He commanded 1/11 Gorkha Rifles on the Line of Control in Jammu and Kashmir, an elite brigade in the Western Theatre, a frontline Counter Insurgency Force in the Kashmir Valley and Trishakti Corps in North East.

Lt General Singh has also held key instructional and staff appointments including Instructor at Commando Wing, Belgaum, Additional Director General of Military Operations and Director General (Operational Logistic & Strategic Movement) at the Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army), New Delhi.

He has also been a diplomat soldier, having done a stint as Officer-in-Charge, PPO Dharan at the Embassy of India in Nepal.

After assuming command, he paid homage to the fallen soldiers by laying a wreath at Southern Command War Memorial, Pune..

Source : NDTV

5 .

The Defence Ministry has informed that the_________edition of the India-Mozambique-Tanzania Trilateral Exercise commenced at Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania on 27th October 2022.

A)

First Edition

B)

Second Edition

C)

Third Edition

D)

Fourth Edition

Correct Answer : Option (A) - First Edition

The Defence Ministry has informed that the first edition of the India-Mozambique-Tanzania Trilateral Exercise commenced at Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania on 27th October 2022.

The Indian Navy has participated in the Maiden Trilateral Exercise with Mozambique and Tanzania. Indian Navy is represented by the guided missile frigate, INS Tarkash, a Chetak Helicopter, and MARCOS.

Indian Navy Participates in Maiden Trilateral Exercise with Mozambique and Tanzania- Key Points :

* The exercise has three main objectives including capability development to address common threats through training and sharing of best practices, Enhancing interoperability, and strengthening maritime cooperation.

* The exercise has been held till 29th October 2022 which also includes the Harbour and sea phases.

* In the harbor phase, various capacity-building activities are involved which include visit, board, search, and seizure.

* Small arms training, joint diving operations, damage control and fire fighting exercises, and cross-deck visits are scheduled in the capacity building activities.

* The sea phase includes boat operations, fleet maneuvers, visit, board, search, and seizure operations, helicopter operations, small arms firing, formation anchoring, and EEZ patrols.

6 .

The Indian Navy is hosting the 29th edition of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) from 26 to 30 October, 2022 at Which city?

A)

Mumbai

B)

Goa

C)

Kochi

D)

Visakhapatnam

Correct Answer : Option (D) - Visakhapatnam

The Indian Navy is hosting the 29th edition of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) from 26 to 30 October, 2022 at Visakhapatnam.

SIMBEX-2022 is being conducted in two phases – Harbour Phase at Visakhapatnam from 26 to 27 October 2022 followed by the Sea Phase in Bay of Bengal from 28 to 30 October 2022.

Two ships from Republic of Singapore Navy, RSS Stalwart (a Formidable Class Frigate) and RSS Vigilance (a Victory Class Corvette) arrived Visakhapatnam on 25 October 2022 for participation in the exercise.

Rear Admiral Sean Wat Jianwen, Fleet Commander, Republic of Singapore Navy called on Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command and Rear Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet on 25 October 2022. During the meetings, issues of common concern were discussed.

The Harbour Phase witnessed extensive professional and sporting interactions between the two navies including cross deck visits, Subject Matter Expert Exchanges (SMEE) and planning meetings.

SIMBEX series of exercises began in 1994 and were initially known as Exercise Lion King. The scope and complexity of the exercise has risen substantially over the past two decades to include advanced naval drills covering a wide spectrum of maritime operations.

The exercise exemplifies the high level of cooperation between India and Singapore in the maritime domain. It also highlights the commitment and contribution of the two nations towards enhancing maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region..

Source : PIB

7 .

Garuda VII air exercise, jointly conducted by which countries at Air Force Station Jodhpur from October 26 to November 12, 2022?

A)

France and India

B)

Russia and India

C)

US and India

D)

Australia and India

Correct Answer : Option (A) - France and India

Indian Air Force (IAF) and French Air and Space Force (FASF) are participating in a bilateral exercise, named 'Garuda VIl', from 26 October to 12 November 2022 at Air Force Station Jodhpur.

In this exercise, FASF will participate with four Rafale fighter aircraft, one A-330 Multi Role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft and a contingent of 220 personnel.

The IAF is participating with Su-30 MKI, Rafale, LCA Tejas and Jaguar fighter aircraft, as well as the Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) and Mi-17 helicopters.

The IAF contingent will also include Combat Enabling Assets like Flight Refuelling Aircraft, AWACS and AEW&C. This joint exercise will provide a platform for both the countries to enhance operational capability and interoperability, while also sharing best practices.

This is the seventh edition of the bilateral exercise. The first, third and fifth editions were conducted in India in 2003, 2006 and 2014 at Air Force Stations Gwalior, Kalaikunda and Jodhpur, respectively. The second, fourth and sixth editions were conducted in France in 2005, 2010 and 2019.

Participation of the IAF and FASF in this exercise will promote professional interaction, exchange of experiences and enhancement of operational knowledge, besides strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries..

Source : PIB

8 .

__________militaries to conduct the battalion-level "Yudh Abhyas" exercise between 15th November 2022 to 2nd December 2022 at Auli in Uttarakhand.

A)

Indian and UK Militaries

B)

Indian and US Militaries

C)

Indian and Japan Militaries

D)

Indian and Russian Militaries

Correct Answer : Option (B) - Indian and US Militaries

Indian and the US militaries will conduct the battalion-level "Yudh Abhyas" exercise between November 15 and December 2, 2022 at Auli in Uttarakhand, just 100 km from the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

Before this, between November 8 and 18 November 2022, the member countries of the "Quad" will conduct the Malabar exercise off Yokosuka in Japan, a report in the Times of India (TOI) said. The 'Quad' includes the US, Japan, Australia and India.

Earlier in 2022, the Quad had declared that it would "deter" any "coercion" in the Indo-Pacific with an eye on China's expansionist policies. "Yudh Abhyas" will include "high-altitude warfare drills", the report added.

Around 350 soldiers from each country are expected to take part in the military exercise.

"With around 350 soldiers from each side, Yudh Abhyas will witness employment of integrated battle groups in mountains and extreme cold climate, along with heliborne elements and an integrated surveillance grid."..

Source : Business Standard

9 .

Which countries have decided to launch three new corridors besides the CPEC?

A)

India and China

B)

Pakistan and China

C)

Bangladesh and China

D)

Afghanistan and China

Correct Answer : Option (B) - Pakistan and China

Pakistan and China have decided to jointly launch three new projects in addition to the existing multi-billion-dollar China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) as the all-weather allies seek to ramp up bilateral ties in various sectors, including agriculture, health and science and technology.

Speaking at the China Economic Net (CEN) in Beijing, Pakistan's Ambassador to China Moinul Haq said the three new projects are China-Pakistan Green Corridor (CPGC), China-Pakistan Health Corridor (CPHC) and China-Pakistan Digital Corridor (CPDC), reported on Saturday(22nd Oct 2022).

The first will focus on agricultural environment, food security and green development and the second will help Pakistan get efficiency in the medical field, while the third will boost Pakistan's IT industry, it said.

Ambassador Haque said Pakistan has a rich repertoire of talent and human resources in different fields of science and technology, asserting that IT-based science and technology has become very important for Pakistan..

Source : Theweek

10 .

The Agni Prime New Generation Ballistic Missile was successfully tested by India on_________off the coast of Odisha.

A)

17th October 2022

B)

19th October 2022

C)

21st October 2022

D)

22nd October 2022

Correct Answer : Option (C) - 21st October 2022

The Agni Prime new generation ballistic missile was successfully test fired off the coast of Odisha Friday(21st Oct 2022).

* The sleek missile was test fired from a mobile launcher from the APJ Abdul Kalam Island around 9.45 am.

* “During the test flight, the missile travelled the maximum range and all test objectives were successfully met. With this third consecutive successful flight test of the Agni Prime missile, the accuracy and reliability of the system has been established,”

* “Performance of system has been validated using the data obtained by a number of range instrumentation like Radar, Telemetry, and Electro Optical Tracking systems deployed at different locations including two down range ships at terminal point to cover entire trajectory,”

* Agni Prime is a new generation advanced variant of the Agni class of missiles with range capability between 1,000 and 2,000km..

Source : Indian Express