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The United States reportedly conducted strikes in Isfahan, Iran, amidst heightened regional tensions.
An Iranian drone attacked a Kuwaiti-owned oil tanker in waters off Dubai, United Arab Emirates, causing a fire.
These incidents underscore the escalating security challenges and the vulnerability of critical maritime trade routes in the Middle East.
The drone attack directly impacts the safety and security of international shipping lanes, especially for oil tankers.
Disruptions in the Persian Gulf region, a major source of global oil, directly threaten global energy supplies and prices.
The incidents reflect the complex interplay of regional rivalries, US foreign policy, and Iran's strategic objectives.
The use of drones in these attacks underscores the evolving nature of modern warfare and the proliferation of advanced military technology.
GS Paper 2: International Relations; GS Paper 3: Internal Security, Science & Technology (Defence Technology).
General Awareness: Current Affairs, Geography (World Geography).
General Awareness: Current Affairs (Economic impact, Geopolitics).
General Awareness: Current Affairs, World Geography.
General Awareness: Current Affairs, Geopolitics, Defence Technology.
Consider the following statements: 1. Ballistic missiles are jet-propelled at subsonic speeds throughout their flights, while cruise missiles are rocket-powered only in the initial phase of flight. 2. Agni-V is a medium-range supersonic cruise missile, while BrahMos is a solid-fuelled intercontinental ballistic missile. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Neither 1 nor 2
With reference to Home Guards, consider the following statements: 1. Home Guards are raised under the Home Guards Act and Rules of the Central Government. 2. The role of the Home Guards is to serve as an auxiliary force to the police in maintenance of internal security. 3. To prevent infiltration on the international border/coastal areas, the Border Wing Home Guards Battalions have been raised in some States. How many of the above statements are correct?
Answer: Only two
Which one of the following statements best reflects the idea behind the "Fractional Orbital Bombardment System" often talked about in media?
Answer: A missile is put into a stable orbit around the Earth and deorbits over a target on the Earth.
High for all exams, especially for UPSC and Defence, due to its geopolitical and security implications.
A narrow sea passage between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, crucial for global oil shipments.
The use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for military operations, including surveillance and targeted strikes.
The protection of vessels, ports, and maritime infrastructure from threats like piracy, terrorism, and state-sponsored attacks.
A conflict in which two powers use third parties as substitutes for fighting each other directly.