Defence Technology: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Science and Technology)
2 previous year UPSC Prelims questions on Defence Technology (Science and Technology). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
Explanations state facts as of the year each question was asked; words like “recently” refer to that year.
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UPSC 2008Science and Technology · Defence Technology
Q1. From which one of the following did India buy the Barak anti-missile defence systems?
Explanation
India purchased the Barak anti-missile defence systems from Israel. The Barak system is developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) in collaboration with Rafael Advanced Defense Systems, is a surface-to-air missile designed to intercept and destroy incoming threats such as anti-ship missiles, aircraft, and drones. It is part of India’s naval defence system and is installed on various Indian Navy warships to enhance their anti-missile capabilities.
UPSC 2008Science and Technology · Defence Technology
Q2. In the context of the Indian defence, what is "Dhruv"?
Explanation
5.5 ton class helicopter with twin engines. is an Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for military and civilian applications. Equipped with twin Shakti engines, it operates at altitudes up to 20,000 feet, making it suitable for diverse terrains. Dhruv is used for troop transport, search and rescue, reconnaissance, medical evacuation, and disaster relief. Its variants include the armed Rudra and the upgraded Mark III. As a symbol of India’s self-reliance in defense, Dhruv has been exported to countries like Nepal and Mauritius, enhancing India’s defense diplomacy.
Answer key for these questions
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UPSC year
Correct answer
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2008
(a) Israel
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2008
(c) Advanced light helicopter
Frequently asked questions
How many previous year UPSC questions are there on Defence Technology?
This page covers 2 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Defence Technology (Science and Technology), asked from 2007 to 2025. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
How should I use previous year UPSC questions for Prelims?
Attempt each question first, then open the answer and read the explanation for every option. Repeat by chapter, and track which statements UPSC reuses across years. Previous year questions show the exam pattern and difficulty level.
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Questions on Defence Technology (Science and Technology) are available for 6 years, from 2007 to 2025. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
