GK Question

technology medium mcq

Which DRDO missile system is designed for short-range air defense?

  1. Akash
  2. Nag
  3. Astra
  4. BrahMos

Answer: Akash

Akash is a medium-range surface-to-air missile system with 25-30 km range, capable of engaging multiple targets simultaneously. Developed by DRDO, inducted into Indian Air Force and Army. Part of Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme. Important for defense indigenization questions.

Topic Defense Technology
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC CGL, Railway