30. What is the significance of the name “Vindhyagiri” for the frigate?
A. It is named after a river in West Bengal.
B. It is named after a mountain range in Karnataka.
C. It is named after a famous Indian naval commander.
D. It is named after an ancient Indian warship.
Answer: B. It is named after a mountain range in Karnataka.
Explanation: The frigate is named “Vindhyagiri” after a mountain range in Karnataka.
31. How many ships are part of the Project 17A frigate program?
A. Four
B. Five
C. Six
D. Seven
Answer: C. Six
Explanation: The Project 17A frigate program involves the construction of six ships.
32. What key features are associated with the Project 17A frigates?
A. Advanced sensors and weaponry
B. Nuclear propulsion
C. Amphibious capabilities
D. Ballistic missile defense
Answer: A. Advanced sensors and weaponry
Explanation: The Project 17A frigates are equipped with advanced features, including enhanced sensors and weaponry.
33. Where is the Vindhyagiri frigate being launched from?
A. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL)
B. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE)
C. Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL)
D. Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
Answer: B. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE)
Explanation: The Vindhyagiri frigate is set to be launched from the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE) in Kolkata.
34. What type of guns were used for the ceremonial gun salute during the 77th Independence Day celebrations at Delhi’s Red Fort?
A. British 25-pounder guns
B. 105-mm Light Field Guns
C. 21-mm Light Field Guns
D. American M1 Abrams tanks
Answer: B. 105-mm Light Field Guns
Explanation: Indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns were used for the ceremonial gun salute, replacing the British 25-pounder guns.
35. When did the indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns make their debut with a 21-gun salute?
A. During the Independence Day celebrations
B. During the Republic Day parade
C. During Diwali festivities
D. During Holi celebrations
Answer: B. During the Republic Day parade
Explanation: The indigenous 105-mm Light Field Guns made their debut with a 21-gun salute during the Republic Day parade.
36. Who received a Guard of Honour from the Armed Forces and Delhi Police at the Red Fort during the Independence Day celebrations?
A. President Ram Nath Kovind
B. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
C. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh
D. Chief Justice of India
Answer: B. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a Guard of Honour from the Armed Forces and Delhi Police at the Red Fort during the Independence Day celebrations.
37. What was the theme for the year during the Independence Day celebrations?
A. Freedom and Unity
B. Nation First, Always First
C. Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
D. India’s Progress and Prosperity
Answer: B. Nation First, Always First
Explanation: The theme for the year during the Independence Day celebrations was ‘Nation First, Always First,’ aligned with the “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav” celebration.
38. What was showered by Indian Air Force helicopters during the event?
A. Confetti
B. Flower petals
C. Candy
D. Gold coins
Answer: B. Flower petals
Explanation: Flower petals were showered by Indian Air Force helicopters as part of the celebrations at the Red Fort.
39. Why has the Indian Air Force’s multi-national exercise, Tarang Shakti, been postponed to the following year?
A. Due to budget constraints
B. To better align with the schedules of participating friendly foreign nations
C. Because of adverse weather conditions
D. To focus on domestic training exercises
Answer: B. To better align with the schedules of participating friendly foreign nations
Explanation: Tarang Shakti’s postponement was made to better coordinate with the schedules of participating foreign nations and ensure maximum participation.
40. What is the primary goal of Tarang Shakti for Indian pilots?
A. To showcase their prowess in international exercises
B. To engage in combat missions
C. To test new aircraft
D. To enhance their learning experience
Answer: D. To enhance their learning experience
Explanation: Tarang Shakti aims to provide Indian pilots with a distinctive learning experience.
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