Q. Consider the following:
1.Chinook
2.Light Combat Helicopter (LCH)
3.Apache
4.Light Utility Helicopter (LUH)
How many of the helicopters listed above are indigenously developed and used by the Indian Army?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
- Light Combat Helicopter (LCH): It has been developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The LCH is an indigenous multi-role combat helicopter designed for high-altitude operations.
- Light Utility Helicopter (LUH): It has also been developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The LUH is an indigenous helicopter intended to replace the aging fleet of Cheetah and Chetak helicopters in the Indian Army and Air Force.
- However, the Chinook and Apache helicopters are not indigenously developed; they are purchased from Boeing, a U.S. company.
Source: The Hindu
