11. India conducted ‘Garuda Shakti’ joint training exercise with which country?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Indonesia
[C] Nepal
[D] Bangladesh
Answer: B [Indonesia]
Notes:
A contingent of Indian Special Forces troops is engaged in a bilateral joint training exercise, Garuda Shakti, with Indonesian Special Forces in Indonesia.
This is the eighth edition of the series of bilateral exercises under this banner of ‘Garuda Shakti’. The exercise aims at enhancing understanding, cooperation and interoperability between the Special Forces of both armies.
12. Which country is the host of the inaugural India-ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting?
[A] India
[B] Cambodia
[C] Thailand
[D] Laos
Answer: B [Cambodia]
Notes:
The inaugural India-ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting is being held at Siem Reap in Cambodia to commemorate the 30th Anniversary of India-ASEAN relations.
India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made two proposals including an initiative for women in United Nations Peace Keeping (UNPK) operations and initiative on marine plastic pollution.
13. Which start-up company has set up India’s first-ever private launchpad?
[A] Skyroot
[B] Pixxel
[C] Agnikul
[D] Dhruv
Answer: C [Agnikul]
Notes:
Chennai headquartered space-tech start-up Agnikul, has set up India’s first-ever launchpad that will be operated by a private player.
The facility was inaugurated by S. Somanath, Chairman, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Secretary, Department of Space at Satish Dhawan Space Center (SDSC), Sriharikota. This is the first exclusive launch pad for a private launch vehicle.
14. Agni Warrior is a bilateral defence exercise held between India and which country?
[A] USA
[B] France
[C] Singapore
[D] Sri Lanka
Answer: C [Singapore]
Notes:
The 12th Edition of Exercise Agni Warrior, a bilateral exercise between the Singapore and Indian Army concluded at Devlali (Maharashtra).
Exercise Agni Warrior, involved joint firepower planning, execution and use of New Generation Artillery Equipment. Indigenously manufactured Artillery guns and howitzers also participated in the final phase of the exercise.
15. When is the ‘Vijay Diwas’ celebrated in India to commemorate India’s victory over Pakistan in 1971 war?
[A] November
[B] December
[C] January
[D] March
Answer: B [December]
Notes:
India celebrates Vijay Diwas to commemorate India’s victory over Pakistan in 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War.
On 16th December 1971, Pakistani forces, along with 93 thousand troops, surrendered unconditionally to the allied forces led by Lieutenant General Jagjit Singh Aurora, in Dhaka after their defeat. The end of the war resulted in the freedom of Bangladesh.
16. What is the name of second warship of P15B class stealth, guided-missile destroyer, recently commissioned in Indian Navy?
[A] INS Howrah
[B] INS Mormugao
[C] INS Madgaon
[D] INS Ratnagiri
Answer: B [INS Mormugao]
Notes:
INS Mormugao (D67), the second warship of the P15B class of stealth, guided-missile destroyers of the Indian Navy, was commissioned at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai.
It was designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau. P15B destroyers incorporate new design concepts for improved survivability, sea-keeping and manoeuvrability. Having over 75% indigenous content, it was named after the historic port city of Goa on the west coast, Mormugao.
17. Which country supplies S-400 air defence missile system to India?
[A] USA
[B] Israel
[C] Russia
[D] France
Answer: C [Russia]
Notes:
Russia will begin supplying India with the third squadron of the S-400 air defence missile system in January or February of next year.
India has already deployed its first two missile system squadrons to patrol the Ladakh sector, West Bengal’s Chicken’s Neck Corridor and the entire north-eastern region. India and Russia have agreed to a three-year ₹35,000 crore deal to buy five squadrons of S-400 air defence missiles.
18. The Indian Army has handed over first-ever 3D printed houses for soldiers at which city?
[A] Leh
[B] Ahmedabad
[C] Jaisalmer
[D] Tawang
Answer: B [Ahmedabad]
Notes:
The Indian Army has offered the first 3D printed houses for soldiers at Ahmedabad Cantt. They are constructed by the Military Engineering Services (MES) in collaboration with MiCoB Pvt Ltd.
The dwelling unit, with a ground floor plus one configuration are not only cheap but can be constructed in less time. Construction work of the dwelling unit with garage space and first floor was completed in 12 weeks.
19. Which Armed Force is associated with ‘SPRINT Challenges’, aimed at giving a boost to the usage of indigenous technology?
[A] Indian Army
[B] Indian Navy
[C] Indian Air Force
[D] Indian Coast Guard
Answer: B [Indian Navy]
Notes:
‘SPRINT Challenges’ was launched to give a boost to the usage of indigenous technology to Indian Navy
Recently, the Indian Navy has inked an agreement with Sagar Defence Engineering for acquiring armed autonomous boat swarms. This is the 50th contract that has been signed under ‘SPRINT’ challenge.
20. Which city is the host of ‘Aadi Shaurya – Parv Parakram Ka’, a Military Tattoo and Tribal Dance Festival?
[A] Ranchi
[B] Raipur
[C] New Delhi
[D] Patna
Answer: C [New Delhi]
Notes:
Aadi Shaurya – Parv Parakram Ka, a Military Tattoo and Tribal Dance Festival will be held at Jawaharlal Nehru stadium in New Delhi.
As per the Defence Ministry, the two-day festival will showcase the competence of the Armed Forces and the beauty of India’s tribal culture. The Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs are jointly organising the event.