With reference to Agni missiles, consider the following statements: Agni V is a three-stage, solid fueled fire and forget missile. Agni-P (Prime) is a canisterised missile with range capability between 1,000 and 2,000 km. It will replace the Agni I missile. Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

Q. With reference to Agni missiles, consider the following statements:
1. Agni V is a three-stage, solid fueled fire and forget missile.
2. Agni-P (Prime) is a canisterised missile with range capability between 1,000 and 2,000 km.
2. It will replace the Agni I missile.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D

Notes:

Both statements are correct.

Recently, China has cited a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolution to question India’s missile programme amid reports of an upcoming test for the Agni-V intercontinental ballistic missile.

Very few countries, including the US, China, Russia, France and North Korea, have InterContinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBM).

Agni Class of Missiles:

Agni V is a three-stage, solid fueled fire and forget missile.

Agni-P (Prime) is a canisterised missile with range capability between 1,000 and 2,000 km. These Agni Prime will replace the Agni I missile.

Source: The Hindu

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