Q. With reference to India’s defence, consider the following statements:
1.Project-75I involves the acquisition of six advanced diesel-electric submarines.
2.Project-76 involves developing nuclear-powered submarines to ensure strategic dominance in the naval domain.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanations –
Statement 1 is correct. Project-75I is a military procurement initiative aimed at acquiring six next-generation diesel-electric attack submarines equipped with advanced technologies like Air-Independent Propulsion (AIP) systems to enhance stealth and operational range.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Project-76 focuses on the development of indigenous conventional diesel-electric submarines, not nuclear-powered submarines. These submarines will have advanced features, such as AIP systems and Land Attack Cruise Missiles (LACMs), and aim for high indigenous content to boost self-reliance in submarine technology.
Source: The Hindu
