Defence Research & DRDO Projects MCQs
📘 INDIA GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
MODULE 8: Science & Technology (India-Specific) MCQs
Topic: Defence Research & DRDO Projects
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 1: DRDO – Origin, Role & Structure
Q1. DRDO stands for:
A. Defence Research & Development Office
B. Defence Research & Design Organisation
C. Defence Research and Development Organisation
D. Defence Research Directorate Organisation
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
DRDO is India’s premier defence R&D agency responsible for developing indigenous defence technologies and systems.
Q2. Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) was established in:
A. 1947
B. 1950
C. 1958
D. 1962
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
DRDO was established in 1958 to strengthen India’s self-reliance in defence technology.
Q3. DRDO functions under the:
A. Ministry of Science & Technology
B. Prime Minister’s Office
C. Ministry of Defence
D. Ministry of Home Affairs
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
DRDO works under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 2: Leadership & Institutional Framework
Q4. The headquarters of DRDO is located at:
A. Bengaluru
B. Hyderabad
C. Pune
D. New Delhi
✅ Correct Answer: D
📝 Explanation:
DRDO headquarters is located in New Delhi, coordinating over 50 laboratories nationwide.
Q5. Which former DRDO scientist later became the President of India?
A. Satish Dhawan
B. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
C. Raja Ramanna
D. Vikram Sarabhai
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam played a key role in missile and defence programmes and later became President.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 3: Missile Development Programme
Q6. India’s Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP) was launched in:
A. 1978
B. 1983
C. 1988
D. 1995
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
IGMDP was launched in 1983 to achieve self-reliance in missile technology.
Q7. Which of the following missiles is part of IGMDP?
A. BrahMos
B. Akash
C. Nirbhay
D. Shaurya
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Akash is one of the five original missiles developed under IGMDP.
Q8. Agni missiles are classified as:
A. Cruise missiles
B. Surface-to-air missiles
C. Ballistic missiles
D. Anti-tank missiles
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
The Agni series consists of surface-to-surface ballistic missiles.
Q9. Agni-V missile has a range of approximately:
A. 1,000 km
B. 2,000 km
C. 3,500 km
D. 5,000+ km
✅ Correct Answer: D
📝 Explanation:
Agni-V has intercontinental-range capability, enhancing India’s strategic deterrence.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 4: Cruise Missiles & Strategic Systems
Q10. BrahMos missile is jointly developed by India and:
A. Israel
B. France
C. Russia
D. USA
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
BrahMos is a joint venture between India and Russia, and is one of the world’s fastest supersonic cruise missiles.
Q11. Nirbhay missile is classified as a:
A. Ballistic missile
B. Hypersonic missile
C. Subsonic cruise missile
D. Anti-aircraft missile
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
Nirbhay is a long-range subsonic cruise missile capable of terrain-hugging flight.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 5: Aircraft & Aeronautical Projects
Q12. Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) programme led to the development of:
A. Arjun
B. Tejas
C. Dhruv
D. Rudra
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Tejas is India’s indigenous light combat aircraft developed with DRDO’s support.
Q13. Which organisation manufactures Tejas aircraft?
A. DRDO
B. ISRO
C. HAL
D. BEL
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) manufactures Tejas.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 6: Armoured Vehicles & Artillery
Q14. Arjun is India’s indigenous:
A. Fighter aircraft
B. Battle tank
C. Missile launcher
D. Submarine
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Arjun is a main battle tank developed by DRDO for the Indian Army.
Q15. Pinaka is a:
A. Air defence system
B. Multiple rocket launcher system
C. Anti-tank missile
D. Naval missile
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Pinaka is an indigenously developed multi-barrel rocket launcher system.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 7: Naval & Underwater Defence Technologies
Q16. DRDO developed which torpedo for the Indian Navy?
A. Astra
B. Varunastra
C. Nag
D. Akash
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Varunastra is an indigenous heavy-weight torpedo.
Q17. The K-series missiles are mainly associated with:
A. Air Force
B. Army
C. Navy (submarines)
D. Space missions
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
K-series missiles are submarine-launched ballistic missiles.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 8: Air Defence & Surveillance Systems
Q18. Akash missile system is used for:
A. Long-range nuclear attack
B. Anti-ship warfare
C. Surface-to-air defence
D. Anti-satellite mission
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
Akash is a surface-to-air missile (SAM) system.
Q19. DRDO’s AEW&C system enhances:
A. Space communication
B. Battlefield logistics
C. Airborne surveillance
D. Cyber security
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
AEW&C provides early warning and airspace monitoring.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 9: Emerging & Advanced Defence Technologies
Q20. DRDO’s hypersonic technology demonstrator vehicle (HSTDV) relates to:
A. Submarine warfare
B. Hypersonic missiles
C. Satellite launch
D. Tank propulsion
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
HSTDV demonstrates scramjet-powered hypersonic flight.
Q21. Directed Energy Weapons (DEWs) mainly use:
A. Chemical explosives
B. Lasers and microwaves
C. Nuclear energy
D. Fossil fuels
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
DEWs use high-energy lasers and microwave beams.
🔹 SUB-TOPIC 10: Strategic Importance & Exam Perspective
Q22. DRDO’s work contributes directly to:
A. Import dependence
B. Defence indigenisation
C. Civil administration
D. Private monopoly
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
DRDO supports Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence.
Q23. Which policy goal is closely linked with DRDO projects?
A. Digital India
B. Make in India
C. Atmanirbhar Bharat
D. Skill India
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
Defence R&D is central to self-reliance (Atmanirbhar Bharat).
Q24. Missile technology improves national security mainly through:
A. Economic growth
B. Strategic deterrence
C. Employment generation
D. Export revenue
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Advanced missiles ensure credible deterrence.
Q25. Which DRDO missile is an air-to-air missile?
A. Nag
B. Astra
C. Prithvi
D. Agni
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Astra is an indigenous beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile.
Q26. Defence indigenisation reduces:
A. Military preparedness
B. Foreign dependence
C. Technology transfer
D. Industrial growth
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Indigenisation cuts import dependency and enhances sovereignty.
Q27. DRDO laboratories work in collaboration with:
A. Universities only
B. Armed forces only
C. Industry, academia and services
D. Foreign governments only
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
DRDO follows a collaborative R&D ecosystem.
Q28. Which missile is known as “fire and forget”?
A. Akash
B. Nag
C. Prithvi
D. BrahMos
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
Nag is a third-generation anti-tank guided missile.
Q29. DRDO projects are important for exams because they link:
A. Science with sports
B. Technology with national security
C. Defence with agriculture
D. Missiles with space tourism
✅ Correct Answer: B
📝 Explanation:
UPSC and PSC exams focus on science-defence-policy integration.
Q30. DRDO symbolises India’s focus on:
A. Defence imports
B. Peaceful research only
C. Indigenous defence capability
D. Commercial weapon export
✅ Correct Answer: C
📝 Explanation:
DRDO represents India’s drive toward self-reliant, indigenous defence technology.
✅ Exam Relevance Note
These MCQs are strictly aligned with India-specific Science & Technology syllabus and are highly relevant for UPSC, State PSCs, SSC, Defence Exams (NDA, CDS, AFCAT), Railways, Banking, School Boards, and University examinations.
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⭐ Master Defence Research & DRDO Projects for Exams
This Defence Research & DRDO Projects MCQs module delivers systematic, concept-driven, and exam-oriented coverage of DRDO’s evolution, missile programmes, aircraft projects, armoured systems, naval technologies, and emerging defence innovations. With logical sub-topic sequencing and easy explanations, it helps aspirants confidently prepare one of the most dynamic and high-impact areas of Science & Technology for competitive examinations.
❓ FAQ Section
Q1. Why are DRDO projects important for competitive exams?
DRDO projects link science, technology, defence preparedness, and national security, making them frequently asked in UPSC and State PSC exams.
Q2. Which DRDO missile programmes are most important for exams?
Key programmes include Agni series, Prithvi, Akash, BrahMos, Nirbhay, Astra, and Nag missiles.
Q3. Are DRDO MCQs relevant for Defence exams like NDA and CDS?
Yes. Defence exams give high importance to indigenous weapons, missiles, and defence technologies.
Q4. Do these MCQs cover recent and advanced defence technologies?
Yes. Topics like hypersonic technology, air defence systems, AEW&C, and directed energy weapons are included.
Q5. Can school and college students use these MCQs?
Absolutely. The MCQs are written with clear explanations, suitable for academic learning and competitive exam preparation.
🎯 Targeting Exams
These Defence Research & DRDO Projects MCQs are highly relevant for:
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UPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination (Science & Technology)
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State Public Service Commission (PSC) Exams
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Defence Exams – NDA, CDS, AFCAT
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SSC CGL, CHSL & MTS
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Railways, Paramilitary & Technical Exams
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Banking & Insurance Exams (General Awareness)
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School Board Exams (CBSE & State Boards)
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College & University Entrance and Semester Exams