Q. Consider the following air defence systems and their originating countries:
1.S-400 Triumf – Russia
2.Patriot Missile System – United States
3.Iron Dome – Israel
4.Aster 30 – France
Which of the above pairs of air defence systems and their originating countries are correctly matched?

[A] 1, 2, and 3 only

[B] 2, 3, and 4 only

[C] 1 and 2 only

[D] All of the above

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation:

  • S-400 Triumf is indeed a Russian air defence system designed to intercept and destroy a wide range of aerial targets, including aircraft and missiles.
  • The Patriot Missile System is developed by the United States and is used for tactical ballistic missile defense, as well as countering aircraft and cruise missiles.
  • Iron Dome is an Israeli air defence system designed to intercept short-range rockets and artillery shells.
  • Aster 30 is a French air defence missile system developed for medium- to long-range threats, primarily used for intercepting incoming missiles.

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