Q.1 Which is the largest standing army in the world by active personnel?
India
China
USA
Russia
Explanation - China has the largest standing army with over 2 million active personnel.
Correct answer is: China
Q.2 What is the primary role of the National Security Guard (NSG) in India?
Border security
Anti-terrorism and hostage rescue
Disaster management
Cybersecurity
Explanation - The NSG is a special forces unit primarily tasked with counter-terrorism and hostage rescue operations.
Correct answer is: Anti-terrorism and hostage rescue
Q.3 Which missile is known as India's nuclear-capable, long-range ballistic missile?
Agni
Prithvi
BrahMos
Akash
Explanation - The Agni series of missiles are long-range nuclear-capable ballistic missiles developed by India.
Correct answer is: Agni
Q.4 Which country is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council with veto power?
Germany
Japan
France
India
Explanation - The five permanent members with veto power are USA, Russia, China, UK, and France.
Correct answer is: France
Q.5 What does DRDO stand for in India?
Defence Research and Development Organisation
Disaster Response and Defense Organisation
Defence Regulatory Department Organisation
Department of Research for Defence Operations
Explanation - DRDO is responsible for the development of technology for use by the Indian military.
Correct answer is: Defence Research and Development Organisation
Q.6 Which operation was conducted by India in 2016 to evacuate its citizens from war-torn Yemen?
Operation Rahat
Operation Sukoon
Operation Cactus
Operation Meghdoot
Explanation - Operation Sukoon was carried out by the Indian Navy to evacuate Indian citizens from Yemen.
Correct answer is: Operation Sukoon
Q.7 Which is the fastest fighter jet in the world?
F-16 Fighting Falcon
F-22 Raptor
SR-71 Blackbird
MiG-29
Explanation - The SR-71 Blackbird, developed by the USA, can fly at speeds over Mach 3, making it the fastest jet.
Correct answer is: SR-71 Blackbird
Q.8 Which defence treaty is aimed at collective security in the Asia-Pacific region?
NATO
ANZUS
SEATO
CENTO
Explanation - SEATO (Southeast Asia Treaty Organization) was formed for collective defense in the Asia-Pacific region.
Correct answer is: SEATO
Q.9 Which Indian submarine was the first to be indigenously built?
INS Arihant
INS Sindhuvijay
INS Kalvari
INS Chakra
Explanation - INS Kalvari was the first submarine built in India under Project 75.
Correct answer is: INS Kalvari
Q.10 Which of the following is NOT a type of missile used by India?
Prithvi
Agni
Trishul
Patriot
Explanation - Patriot missiles are developed by the USA. Prithvi, Agni, and Trishul are Indian missiles.
Correct answer is: Patriot
Q.11 Which country is known for the cyber warfare unit called 'Unit 8200'?
USA
Israel
China
Russia
Explanation - Unit 8200 is an Israeli intelligence unit specializing in cyber warfare and signals intelligence.
Correct answer is: Israel
Q.12 What is the primary function of the Border Security Force (BSF) in India?
Counter-terrorism
Coastal security
Border guarding
Air defense
Explanation - The BSF is responsible for guarding India's land borders and preventing trans-border crimes.
Correct answer is: Border guarding
Q.13 Which missile system is a joint venture between India and Russia?
BrahMos
Agni
Prithvi
Akash
Explanation - BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile developed jointly by India and Russia.
Correct answer is: BrahMos
Q.14 Which Indian armed force is the oldest?
Indian Air Force
Indian Navy
Indian Army
National Security Guard
Explanation - The Indian Army traces its origins to the British Indian Army, making it the oldest among the Indian armed forces.
Correct answer is: Indian Army
Q.15 Which country hosts the largest military exercise in the world?
Russia
USA
India
China
Explanation - China hosts the annual 'Peace Mission' exercises, among the largest in scale globally.
Correct answer is: China
Q.16 What is the role of the Defence Intelligence Agency (DIA) in India?
Internal security
Military intelligence
Border management
Disaster relief
Explanation - The DIA provides intelligence to support India's defense operations and strategic planning.
Correct answer is: Military intelligence
Q.17 Which is India's first indigenous aircraft carrier?
INS Vikrant
INS Viraat
INS Chakra
INS Vikramaditya
Explanation - INS Vikrant is the first aircraft carrier built entirely in India, commissioned in 2022.
Correct answer is: INS Vikrant
Q.18 Which country is known for the 'Sukhoi Su-57' stealth fighter jet?
USA
Russia
China
France
Explanation - The Su-57 is a fifth-generation stealth fighter developed by Russia for air superiority missions.
Correct answer is: Russia
Q.19 What is the primary mission of the Indian Coast Guard?
Air defense
Coastal security and maritime law enforcement
Border patrolling
Disaster relief only
Explanation - The Coast Guard protects India's maritime interests, enforces law, and conducts search-and-rescue operations.
Correct answer is: Coastal security and maritime law enforcement
Q.20 Which Indian city hosts the Indian Military Academy?
Dehradun
Pune
Kolkata
Chennai
Explanation - The Indian Military Academy, for training army officers, is located in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Correct answer is: Dehradun
Q.21 Which missile is primarily used by the Indian Air Force for air-to-surface attacks?
BrahMos
Astra
Prithvi
Agni
Explanation - BrahMos is a versatile supersonic cruise missile used in air-to-surface attacks.
Correct answer is: BrahMos
Q.22 Which country has the largest naval fleet in terms of number of ships?
USA
China
Russia
India
Explanation - China has the largest navy in terms of the number of ships, although the US has more aircraft carriers.
Correct answer is: China
Q.23 Which Indian missile system is designed for short-range surface-to-air defense?
Akash
Agni
Prithvi
BrahMos
Explanation - Akash is a medium-range surface-to-air missile system designed for air defense in India.
Correct answer is: Akash
Q.24 Which defence exercise involves the Indian Army and the United States Army?
Exercise Shakti
Exercise Yudh Abhyas
Exercise Malabar
Exercise Vajra Prahar
Explanation - Exercise Yudh Abhyas is a bilateral military training exercise between India and the USA.
Correct answer is: Exercise Yudh Abhyas
Q.25 Which Indian defense service is responsible for internal security during emergencies?
BSF
CRPF
NSG
IAF
Explanation - The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) assists in maintaining internal security and controlling insurgencies.
Correct answer is: CRPF
Q.26 Which of the following is the primary responsibility of the National Security Council (NSC) in India?
Formulating economic policies
Advising on defense and security matters
Conducting elections
Regulating foreign trade
Explanation - The National Security Council (NSC) of India advises the Prime Minister on issues related to national security and strategic interests.
Correct answer is: Advising on defense and security matters
Q.27 Which country is the largest arms exporter in the world?
Russia
United States
China
France
Explanation - The United States has been the world's largest arms exporter, supplying weapons and defense equipment globally.
Correct answer is: United States
Q.28 What does the acronym 'DRDO' stand for?
Defence Research and Development Organisation
Defense Railways and Development Office
Department of Research in Defence Operations
Defense Research Division Organization
Explanation - DRDO is an Indian agency responsible for military research and development.
Correct answer is: Defence Research and Development Organisation
Q.29 The Strategic Forces Command of India is responsible for:
Cybersecurity operations
Commanding nuclear weapons
Border security management
Airspace surveillance
Explanation - The Strategic Forces Command manages India's nuclear arsenal, ensuring credible nuclear deterrence.
Correct answer is: Commanding nuclear weapons
Q.30 Which of the following is the primary function of INTERPOL?
Conducting domestic law enforcement
Facilitating international police cooperation
Managing intelligence agencies
Operating border security forces
Explanation - INTERPOL provides a platform for international police forces to collaborate in combating transnational crime.
Correct answer is: Facilitating international police cooperation
Q.31 India’s 'Mission Shakti' is associated with:
Anti-satellite missile test
Missile defense shield
Naval fleet modernization
Cybersecurity initiative
Explanation - Mission Shakti was India's first successful anti-satellite (ASAT) missile test conducted in 2019.
Correct answer is: Anti-satellite missile test
Q.32 Which Indian state hosts the largest number of military bases?
Rajasthan
Maharashtra
Punjab
Haryana
Explanation - Due to its strategic location along the western border, Rajasthan hosts several Indian Army and Air Force bases.
Correct answer is: Rajasthan
Q.33 What is the main objective of the United Nations Peacekeeping forces?
Conducting military invasions
Maintaining international peace and security
Running domestic armies
Developing nuclear weapons
Explanation - UN Peacekeeping operations help conflict zones maintain peace and stability under international supervision.
Correct answer is: Maintaining international peace and security
Q.34 Which of the following is NOT a nuclear-armed country?
Pakistan
India
Iran
North Korea
Explanation - As of now, Iran has nuclear technology but does not possess nuclear weapons.
Correct answer is: Iran
Q.35 What is the primary role of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) in India?
Border protection
Protecting industrial units and critical infrastructure
Anti-terrorism operations
Intelligence gathering
Explanation - CISF is tasked with securing vital installations, airports, and other industrial assets.
Correct answer is: Protecting industrial units and critical infrastructure
Q.36 Which of the following is an example of asymmetric warfare?
Conventional tank battles
Nuclear deterrence strategy
Guerrilla tactics used by insurgents
Naval fleet engagements
Explanation - Asymmetric warfare involves unconventional tactics to offset a stronger opponent's advantages.
Correct answer is: Guerrilla tactics used by insurgents
Q.37 The organization responsible for India's border surveillance and guarding is:
NSG
BSF
CRPF
ITBP
Explanation - The Border Security Force (BSF) guards India's international borders except for the mountains of the northeast, which are covered by ITBP.
Correct answer is: BSF
Q.38 Which type of missile is India's 'Agni-V' classified as?
Short-range missile
Intermediate-range missile
Intercontinental ballistic missile
Surface-to-air missile
Explanation - Agni-V is an ICBM capable of striking targets beyond 5,000 km, enhancing India's strategic reach.
Correct answer is: Intercontinental ballistic missile
Q.39 What is the primary function of the National Technical Research Organisation (NTRO) in India?
Border security
Signals intelligence and surveillance
Cybercrime investigation
Military logistics
Explanation - NTRO specializes in technical intelligence, including satellite and cyber surveillance.
Correct answer is: Signals intelligence and surveillance
Q.40 Which international agreement seeks to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons?
Kyoto Protocol
Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)
Geneva Convention
Paris Agreement
Explanation - The NPT aims to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons and promote peaceful nuclear energy use.
Correct answer is: Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT)
Q.41 Which Indian armed force is primarily responsible for mountain warfare?
Indian Army
Indian Navy
Indian Air Force
ITBP
Explanation - The Indo-Tibetan Border Police specializes in high-altitude and mountain border security along the China border.
Correct answer is: ITBP
Q.42 The term 'Red Alert' in military context usually refers to:
An economic crisis
Immediate threat requiring maximum readiness
Cybersecurity breach
Routine drill procedure
Explanation - A 'Red Alert' is issued when there is imminent danger, signaling full preparedness of forces.
Correct answer is: Immediate threat requiring maximum readiness
Q.43 Which of the following is a major component of India’s missile defense program?
BrahMos
Prithvi Air Defense (PAD)
Agni-V
INS Vikrant
Explanation - PAD is an Indian ballistic missile defense system designed to intercept incoming ballistic missiles.
Correct answer is: Prithvi Air Defense (PAD)
Q.44 What is the primary role of the National Security Guard (NSG) in India?
Nuclear defense
Counter-terrorism and hostage rescue
Cybersecurity
Border patrol
Explanation - NSG is a specialized force tasked with anti-terror operations, VIP protection, and hostage situations.
Correct answer is: Counter-terrorism and hostage rescue
Q.45 Which Indian state hosts the Andaman & Nicobar Command, India’s only tri-service command?
Tamil Nadu
Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Kerala
Goa
Explanation - The Andaman & Nicobar Command integrates the Army, Navy, and Air Force for strategic operations in the region.
Correct answer is: Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Q.46 The term 'Blue-Water Navy' refers to:
A naval force capable of operating globally
A coastal defense fleet
An anti-submarine task force
A humanitarian relief fleet
Explanation - A Blue-Water Navy has the capacity to project power far beyond its territorial waters across oceans.
Correct answer is: A naval force capable of operating globally
Q.47 Which of the following Indian military exercises is conducted with the United States?
Yudh Abhyas
Exercise Shakti
Garuda
Malabar
Explanation - Yudh Abhyas is a bilateral exercise between India and the US focusing on counter-terrorism and tactical training.
Correct answer is: Yudh Abhyas
Q.48 Which of the following is an important cyber-security agency in India?
RAW
CERT-In
CISF
NSG
Explanation - CERT-In (Computer Emergency Response Team India) handles cybersecurity threats and responses at the national level.
Correct answer is: CERT-In
Q.49 Which country is known for the development of the 'Iron Dome' missile defense system?
Israel
USA
Russia
China
Explanation - The Iron Dome is an Israeli mobile air defense system designed to intercept short-range rockets and artillery shells.
Correct answer is: Israel
Q.50 The phrase 'Second Strike Capability' in nuclear strategy refers to:
The ability to launch an initial attack
The ability to retaliate after a nuclear attack
The deployment of conventional forces
Cyber attack readiness
Explanation - Second Strike Capability ensures a country can respond with nuclear weapons even after suffering a nuclear attack, deterring adversaries.
Correct answer is: The ability to retaliate after a nuclear attack