11. Which sector was identified as an emerging area where India is gaining global identity and needs state-level policy support?

13 Jun 2026 Defence
Defence manufacturing

12. Where is INS Baaz, the Indian Armed Forces' southernmost air station, located?

14 Jun 2026 Defence
Great Nicobar Island

13. What was India's global rank in military expenditure in 2025 according to SIPRI?

10 Jun 2026 Defence
Fifth-largest spender

14. What is NATO's reporting name for Russia's Su-57 fighter?

10 Jun 2026 Defence
Felon

15. What is India's estimated nuclear warhead stockpile as of January 2026 according to SIPRI?

10 Jun 2026 Defence
190

16. Why is the Sitapur Solar-BESS project significant for the Indian military?

11 Jun 2026 Defence
It is the first renewable project integrated directly on defence-owned land

17. Which firm received the Rs 449 crore contract for 20 ECGNSS jammers?

12 Jun 2026 Defence
Accord Software and Systems Private Limited

18. What was the title of Major Prabhat Mishra's award-winning MMAS thesis?

06 Jun 2026 Defence
India’s Pursuit of Military Strategic Autonomy in a Multipolar World

19. What is Divyastra Mk-1 tested by the Indian Army?

03 Jun 2026 Defence
An AI-powered tactical loitering munition

20. Of the 114 proposed Rafale fighter jets, how many are intended to be built in India?

04 Jun 2026 Defence
94

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