Q1. Indian Navy assumed first-ever command of which Combined Task Force?
A CTF 150 Correct
B CTF 151
C CTF 152
D Cannot be determined
Explanation
Indian Navy assumed first-ever command of a Combined Task Force.
defence MCQ — 6 Practice Questions with Answers
Practice 6 defence multiple-choice questions with detailed answers and explanations. Ideal for RAS/RPSC exam preparation.
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Q2. Which armed force of India assumed command of a Combined Task Force for the first time?
A Indian Army
B Indian Navy Correct
C Indian Air Force
D Coast Guard
Explanation
Indian Navy assumed first-ever command of a Combined Task Force.
Q3. India assumed the chairmanship of IONS in 2026 after how many years?
A 16 years Correct
B 10 years
C 8 years
D 12 years
Explanation
India assumed IONS chairmanship after 16 years at the 9th Conclave of Chiefs in Visakhapatnam.
Q4. The Strela-10 VSHORADS is designed primarily for which type of defence role?
A Very Short Range Air Defence Correct
B Long-range ballistic missile interception
C Anti-submarine warfare
D Strategic nuclear deterrence
Explanation
The Strela-10 is a Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) designed to provide close-range air protection to ground forces against low-flying aircraft, helicopters, and drones.
Q5. Which Indian Army Corps conducted the Strela-10 VSHORADS live firing exercise at Pokhran in February 2026?
A Kharga Corps
B Sudarshan Chakra Corps
C Rising Star Corps
D Konark Corps Correct
Explanation
The Indian Army's Konark Corps, responsible for the Western Desert sector, conducted the high-intensity live firing of the Strela-10 Very Short Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) at Pokhran, Rajasthan in February 2026.
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Q6. Which city hosted the 9th IONS Conclave of Chiefs where India assumed IONS chairmanship?
A Kochi
B Visakhapatnam
C Mumbai
D Chennai
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