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36.
From which Indian Navy warship was the indigenous Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket (ERASR) successfully tested?
INS Vikrant
INS Chennai
INS Kavaratti
INS Shivalik
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The successful user trials of the indigenous Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket (ERASR) were conducted from INS Kavaratti, a frontline warship of the Indian Navy. Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), ERASR enhances India's underwater combat capabilities by accurately detecting and neutralising enemy submarines. The tests, carried out between June 23 and July 7, 2025, involved 17 rockets fired at varying distances to verify performance under operational conditions. INS Kavaratti’s role in these trials highlights its strategic importance and reflects India’s growing focus on self-reliance in cutting-edge defence technology and naval warfare systems.

37.
Which is the last Indian Navy warship to be commissioned from a foreign shipyard, marking a shift towards complete indigenisation?
INS Vikrant
INS Visakhapatnam
INS Kolkata
INS Tamal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
INS Tamal, a Talwar-class frigate commissioned from Russia's Yantar Shipyard, represents the final Indian Navy warship to be acquired from a foreign shipyard. As part of Project 1135.6, it features BrahMos missiles and stealth capabilities. Its commissioning underscores India's transition to indigenous naval construction, with future Talwar-class ships being built at Goa Shipyard Limited. This aligns with the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, ending decades of foreign dependence for naval platforms. The 4,035-tonne frigate combines Russian design (Krivak-class) with Indian weapon systems, symbolising strategic autonomy in defence manufacturing.

38.
Who has been appointed as the Air Officer-in-Charge Administration at Air Force Headquarters?
Air Marshal Jasvir Singh Mann
Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari
Air Marshal S. Sivakumar
Air Marshal Rakesh Kumar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Air Marshal S. Sivakumar has taken over as the Air Officer-in-Charge Administration (AOA) at Air Headquarters, New Delhi. With over 35 years of service in the Indian Air Force since his commissioning in 1990, Sivakumar has held several key administrative and operational roles, including serving with the UN Mission in Congo and overseeing air base functions. He holds advanced degrees in Human Resource Management and Strategic Studies and previously served as Director General (Administration). Recognized with the Vishisht Seva Medal, his new role places him in charge of crucial administrative functions within the IAF, reflecting his vast experience and leadership capabilities.

39.
Where was INS Tamal (F71) commissioned on July 1, 2025?
Kaliningrad
Kolkata
Mumbai
Sevastopol
Answer: Option
Explanation:
INS Tamal, a stealth-guided missile frigate under the Project 1135.6 Talwar-class, was commissioned at the Yantar Shipyard in Kaliningrad, Russia, on July 1, 2025. This commissioning represents a significant moment in India’s naval modernization and its transition toward defence self-reliance. INS Tamal is the last major foreign-built warship for the Indian Navy, reflecting the shift toward indigenous warship production under initiatives like Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India. The ship’s inclusion in the Western Fleet enhances India’s blue-water naval capabilities. Kaliningrad, as the commissioning site, continues its legacy in Indo-Russian naval cooperation, marking the delivery of the 51st ship in their 65-year partnership.

40.
Which stealth frigate was commissioned into the Indian Navy under Project 17A on July 1, 2025?
INS Shivalik
INS Nilgiri
INS Udaygiri
INS Satpura
Answer: Option
Explanation:
INS Udaygiri was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 2025, as the second stealth frigate under the Project 17A initiative. Built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDSL) in Mumbai and designed by the Warship Design Bureau, the frigate was delivered in a record time of 37 months. It features advanced stealth capabilities, an indigenous weapons suite including supersonic and surface-to-air missiles, and cutting-edge radar-evading technology. The ship’s construction involved over 200 Indian MSMEs, underscoring India’s commitment to self-reliant defence manufacturing. Named after a decommissioned warship, INS Udaygiri represents a fusion of naval tradition and modern maritime strength.