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Which of the following indigenously developed Indian missiles is classified primarily as a Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Air-to-Air missile?

  1. AstraAnswer
  2. B
    Nag
  3. C
    Akash
  4. D
    Prithvi

Answer

Astra
Astra is India's premier Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) developed by the Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). It allows fighter aircraft to destroy hostile aerial targets at distances exceeding 100 km.

Step-by-Step Solution

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Identify the primary role and operational domain of the Astra missile system.
Astra is designed to be integrated onto fighter aircraft (such as Su-30MKI and Tejas) for engaging aerial targets beyond visual range.
Defense categorization differentiates weapons by launch platform and target type (e.g., air-to-air, surface-to-air, anti-tank).

Key Concept

Classification of Indian Indigenous Defense Missiles
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