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81.
What is a significant impact of this successful test for India?
A It reduces India's reliance on conventional weaponry.
B It positions India among nations with advanced hypersonic defense technology.
C It allows India to export hypersonic missiles globally.
D It primarily enhances India's offensive missile capabilities.
82.
When was the advanced hypersonic missile interceptor successfully tested?
A April 8, 2026
B April 10, 2026
C April 12, 2026
D April 14, 2026
83.
What is the primary purpose of the newly tested hypersonic missile interceptor?
A To launch satellites into orbit
B To neutralize incoming hypersonic threats at high altitudes
C To conduct atmospheric research
D To transport cargo across continents
84.
From which location was the hypersonic missile interceptor test-fired?
A Sriharikota
B Pokhran
C Abdul Kalam Island
D Thumba
85.
Which organization successfully test-fired an advanced hypersonic missile interceptor?
A ISRO
B HAL
C DRDO
D BEL
86.
What is one of the key impacts of such joint military exercises?
A Decreasing defense budgets of participating nations
B Reducing the need for indigenous defense production
C Enhancing interoperability and strengthening bilateral defense ties
D Limiting the exchange of best practices in military operations
87.
When did the 'Desert Shield 2026' exercise commence?
A April 5, 2026
B April 10, 2026
C April 14, 2026
D April 20, 2026
88.
What is a primary focus of the 'Desert Shield 2026' exercise?
A Naval warfare and anti-piracy operations
B Mountain warfare and high-altitude operations
C Counter-terrorism operations and desert warfare tactics
D Amphibious landings and coastal defense
89.
In which Indian state is the 'Desert Shield 2026' exercise being held?
A Gujarat
B Rajasthan
C Punjab
D Madhya Pradesh
90.
Which two countries are participating in the 'Desert Shield 2026' joint military exercise?
A India and UAE
B India and Saudi Arabia
C India and Oman
D India and Qatar