Indian Missiles and Defense Systems
Indigenous missile systems developed by India for defense capabilities. Examples of Indian scientific advancement.
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Indigenous missile systems developed by India for defense capabilities. Examples of Indian scientific advancement.
Indian Missiles and Defense Systems
- Agni: Intercontinental ballistic missile; range over 5,000 km
- Brahmos: Supersonic cruise missile; joint venture with Russia
- Akash: Surface-to-air missile; air defense system
- Astra: Beyond-visual-range air-to-air missile
- Prithvi: Surface-to-surface ballistic missile; range 150-350 km
- Igla: Man-portable air-defense system
- Nag: Anti-tank guided missile
- Trishul: Short-range air defense missile
- Tejas: Light combat aircraft; indigenously developed
- INS Arihant: Nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of Agni missile?
Agni missile has a range of over 5,000 kilometers, making it India's most advanced intercontinental ballistic missile.
Which is the first nuclear submarine of India?
INS Arihant, commissioned in 2016, is India's first indigenous nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine.
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