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Ukraine and Russia mutually accused each other of violating an Orthodox Easter ceasefire.
Ukraine reported over 2,200 breaches, including significant use of FPV and attack drones.
Russia countered with claims of nearly 2,000 violations by Kyiv.
The accusations underscore the persistent nature of the conflict despite calls for de-escalation.
Modern warfare increasingly relies on Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or drones. Attack Drones (or combat drones) are typically larger, more sophisticated military-grade aircraft designed for reconnaissance, surveillance, and carrying substantial payloads like missiles or bombs for precision strikes. They are operated remotely, often from significant distances. In contrast, FPV (First-Person View) Drones are often smaller, commercially available drones adapted for military use. They are piloted using FPV goggles, providing an immersive, real-time view from the drone's perspective. FPV drones are highly agile, cost-effective, and difficult to detect, making them effective for close-range attacks, target identification, and reconnaissance, often carrying small explosive charges.
Simple Analogy: Think of an Attack Drone as a fighter jet, capable of long-range, heavy strikes. An FPV Drone is more like a highly maneuverable, agile racing drone, repurposed for close-quarters, precise, and often suicidal missions.
The Russia-Ukraine conflict significantly impacts global power dynamics, NATO's role, and the security architecture of Europe.
The conflict is a proving ground for advanced military technologies, particularly drone warfare, electronic warfare, and precision-guided munitions.
Ceasefire violations raise questions about adherence to international laws governing armed conflict and protection of civilians.
GS-II: International Relations (India and its neighbourhood- relations, Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests, Effect of policies and politics of developed and developing countries on India’s interests). GS-III: Security (Security challenges and their management in border areas, various security forces and agencies and their mandate, developments in science and technology).
General Knowledge: Current Events, Defence Technology, International Affairs.
General Knowledge: Current Events, Defence Technology, International Affairs.
General Awareness: Current Affairs, International Organizations, Major Global Events.
General Awareness: Current Affairs, Geopolitical Developments.
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 the overall conflict; Medium for specific events like ceasefire violations, but high for related military technology.
First-Person View drones, small and agile, piloted with goggles for close-range operations.
Larger, sophisticated UAVs designed for reconnaissance and carrying heavy payloads for precision strikes.
A temporary suspension of fighting, typically during a war.
The study of the effects of geography on international politics and international relations.