INSIGHT UPSC QUIZ

ZAPAD 2021 is one of the theatre level exercises of Russian armed forces that will primarily focus on operations against terrorists. Which of the following country/countries are participating in this exercise? 

 SIMBEX is a Maritime Exercise which is the reflection of growing congruence of interests in the strategically key regions. With reference to this, consider the following countries:

1. India

2. Singapore

3. Iran

4. South Africa

5. Bangladesh

Which of the countries mentioned above are part of SIMBEX exercise?

Which of the following statements are correct with reference to ‘REX MK II’?

1. It is a remote-controlled armed robot developed by Iran. 

2. It is operated by an electronic tablet and can be equipped with two machine guns.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following statements:

1. KAZIND is a joint training exercise between India and Kazakhstan.

2. This exercise aims at strengthening inter-operability and intends to enable sharing of best practices between the Armed Forces of the countries involved in it.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

In context of Light Combat Aircraft (LCA)-Mk2, which of the statements given below is/are correct?

1. The LCA-Mk2 will be a lighter and much more capable aircraft than the current LCA variant.

2. This aircraft has enhanced range and endurance.

3. It is designed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in association with Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA).

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

 With reference to INS Chilka, read the following statements carefully and select the correct answer using codes given below:

1. It is the only ab-initio training establishment of the Indian Navy. 

2. INS Chilka is located in the coastal state of West Bengal in the vicinity of Chilka Lake.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?