Question: Which of the following research centre has developed the AKASH MK 1S missile which was successfully test fired on May 27,2019?
(a) ISRO
(b) HAL
(c) DRDO
(d) BARC
Answer: (c)
Related facts:
- Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully test fired AKASH-MK-1S missile from ITR , Chandipur, Odhisa on 25 and 27 May, 2019.
- Akash Mk1S is an upgrade of existing AKASH missile with indigenous Seeker. AKASH Mk1S is a surface to air missile which can neutralize advanced aerial targets.
- The Akash weapon system has combination of both command guidance and active terminal seeker guidance.
- Seeker and guidance performance have been consistently established in both the missions. All the mission objectives have been met.
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