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Defence Current Affairs 28 May 2025
Raksha Mantri Approves AMCA Programme
- In a significant push towards enhancing India’s indigenous defence capabilities and fostering a robust domestic aerospace industrial ecosystem, Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has approved the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) Programme Execution Model.
- The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) is set to execute the programme through Industry partnership.
- The Execution Model approach provides equal opportunities to both private and public sectors on competitive basis. They can bid either independently or as joint venture or as consortia. The entity/bidder should be an Indian company compliant with the laws and regulations of the country.
- This is an important step towards harnessing the indigenous expertise, capability and capacity to develop the AMCA prototype, which will be a major milestone towards Aatmanirbharta in the aerospace sector.
- ADA will shortly issue an Expression of Interest (EoI) for the AMCA Development Phase.
Karnataka Opposes Shifting AMCA Production Unit
- The ongoing dispute between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh over the location of HAL Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) and LCA production units has intensified following a proposal by Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu.
- Naidu has offered 10,000 acres of land in the Lepakshi-Madakasira region, near Bangalore airport, to establish HAL’s AMCA and LCA manufacturing facilities as part of a larger plan to create a major defence industrial corridor in Andhra Pradesh.
- This corridor, spanning 23,000 acres across five hubs, aims to position Andhra Pradesh as a new centre for aerospace and defence manufacturing, complementing existing corridors in Uttar Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
- Reacting strongly, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and Industries Minister MB Patil have categorically opposed any move to shift existing HAL production units out of Karnataka.
- Shivakumar emphasised that HAL is a legacy institution for Karnataka, with Bengaluru serving as its base and home to its airports and critical infrastructure.
- The final decision will likely hinge on central government policy, balancing regional aspirations with national strategic priorities.
DRDO Inaugurates Quantum Technology Research Centre
- DRDO inaugurated the Quantum Technology Research Centre (QTRC) at Metcalfe House, Delhi. QRTC is equipped with state-of-the-art experimental set-ups designed to propel research and development in critical quantum domains.
- The key capabilities of this centre include Characterisation of Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Lasers and Distributed Feedback Lasers; Test-beds for evaluating single-photon sources; Set-up for characterisation of Micro Fabricated Alkali Vapor Cell; and Experimental platforms for developing and validating Quantum Key Distribution techniques to enable ultra-secure communication and safeguard national security in the post-quantum era, spearheaded by Scientific Analysis Group DRDO.
- Spearheaded by Solid State Physics Laboratory QTRC also focuses on foundational technologies including an Ultra-Small Atomic Clock based on Coherent Population Trapping for highly precise timekeeping in Global Navigation Satellite System-denied environments, an Atomic Magnetometer using optically pumped magnetometry for ultra-sensitive magnetic field detection, and Cutting-edge solid-state quantum devices and materials.
Govt Readies ₹2,000 Crore-3,000 Crore Order For ATGM
- Procurement of 500 anti-tank guided missiles for T-90 tanks awaits final vetting of contract value.
- The Ministry of Defence is set to place a significant procurement order for 500 Invar anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) from Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL), with the contract value estimated between ₹2,000 crore and ₹3,000 crore.
- This acquisition aims to enhance India’s armoured warfare capabilities by equipping frontline T-90 main battle tanks with advanced, precision-guided missile systems, thereby strengthening operational readiness along both western and northern borders where these mechanised formations are heavily deployed.
- The Invar missile, designed for launch from tank platforms, is already a key component of India’s T-90 arsenal, known for its high precision and effectiveness against both mobile and static targets.
Indian Navy To Welcome Navika Sagar Parikrama II Crew
- The Indian Navy is all set to welcome the triumphant crew of Navika Sagar Parikrama II on successful completion of circumnavigation of the Globe onboard Indian Naval Sailing Vessel Tarini.
- Accomplishing this rare feat in double-handed mode, Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K are set to touch the shores of Goa on 29 May 2025. This extraordinary sailing expedition was flagged off from Naval Ocean Sailing Node, Goa on 02 Oct 24.
- Over a period of eight months, the Naval duo (famously called #DilRoo) covered a distance of 25,400 nm (approx 50,000km) across four continents, three oceans and three Great Capes, braving extreme weather conditions and challenging seas relying solely on sails and wind power.
Multiple Choice Questions of DCA
- Where was the Quantum Technology Research Centre (QTRC) inaugurated by
DRDO?
A. Bengaluru
B. Pune
C. Hyderabad
D. Delhi
ANSWER: D - Which Indian Naval vessel was used for the Navika Sagar Parikrama II
circumnavigation?
A. INS Trikand
B. INS Tarangini
C. INS Tarini
D. INS Sudarshini
ANSWER: C - Who are the two officers completing the Navika Sagar Parikrama II in double
handed mode?
A. Lt Cdr Radhika and Lt Cdr Sunita
B. Lt Cdr Priya and Lt Cdr Meena
C. Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K
D. Lt Cdr Neha and Lt Cdr Anjali
ANSWER: C - Which agency will execute the AMCA Programme through industry
partnership?
A. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
B. Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
C. Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)
D. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
ANSWER: C - How many Invar anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs) is the Ministry of Defence
planning to procure?
A. 200
B. 500
C. 1000
D. 750
ANSWER: C - INS Arighat Is A
A. Nuclear Powered Submarine
B. Diesel Powered Submarine
C. Destroyer
D. Sailing Ship
ANSWER: A - The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Is A Project Of
A. Brazil
B. Russia
C. China
D. None of the above
ANSWER: C - Operation Meghdoot Was Conducted In
A. 13 April 1984
B. 14 April 1984
C. 15 April 1984
D. 16 April 1984
ANSWER: A - QRFV Stands For
A. Quick Reaction Fighting Vehicle Medium
B. Quick Reaction Fighting Vast Medium
C. Quick Reaction Fight Vehicle Medium
D. None
ANSWER: A - The IAI Harpy is a
A. Helicopter
B. Machine Gun
C. UAV
D. Fighter Jet
ANSWER: C - Motto Of Integrated Defence Staff
A. Victory Through Jointness
B. Victory Everywhere
C. Always Ahead
D. None of the above
ANSWER: A - Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Hq Is In
A. Queenstown, Singapore
B. Berlin, Germany
C. Abu Dhabi (UAE)
D. Kathmandu, Nepal
ANSWER: A - XIV Corps Of Indian Army Is Also Known As
A. Fire and Fury Corps
B. Chinar Corps
C. White Knight Corps
D. None
ANSWER: A - First Made In India Passenger Aircraft Is___
A. Dornier 228
B. Chetak
C. Cheetah
D. None of the above
ANSWER: A - Operation Sarp Vinash Was Conducted In
A. 1978
B. 2016
C. 2003
D. 1980
ANSWER: C - Tirana Is The Capital Of
A. Albania
B. Qatar
C. UAE
D. Maldives
ANSWER: A - “All Time Favorites for Children” Book Is Written By
A. Sunita Dwivedi
B. Avtar Singh Bhasin
C. Hew Strachan
D. Ruskin Bond
ANSWER: D - War Cry Of THE BRIGADE OF THE GUARDS Is
A. Garud ka hun bol pyare
B. Everywhere
C. Victory Is Mine
D. Charge and Attack
ANSWER: A - C-130J Super Hercules Is A
A. Destroyer
B. OPV
C. Submarine
D. Transport Aircraft
ANSWER: D - Saab AB Is An Aerospace Company of
A. USA
B. Sweden
C. France
D. China
ANSWER: B
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