Vertical launch-short range surface-to-air missile (VL-SRSAM)

Vertical launch-short range surface-to-air missile (VL-SRSAM)

Question: On 07 December 2021 from which of the following place DRDO test-fired Vertical launch-short range surface-to-air missile (VL-SRSAM)?
a) Chandipur
b) Naval Ship
c) Sriharikota
d) None of these
Answer: (a)
Related Facts:

  • On 7 December 2021; The Vertical launch-short range surface-to-air missile was test fired By DRDO.
  • The missile was test-fired from an integrated test range in Chandipur, off the Odisha coast.
  • Its launch was managed from a vertical launcher towards an electronic target at an external elevation.
  • Vehicle’s flight path and health parameters were traced through several devices deployed by ITR Chandipur.
  • The test launch was monitored by senior officials from DRDO and the Indian Navy.
  • The first trial of this missile was conducted on February, 22, 2021.
  • Defence expert say that this system will further raise the defense capability of Indian Naval Ships upon aerial threats.
  • The launch of the short-range surface-to-air missile was administered to confirm the integrated operation of all weapon system elements.

Links:-
https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/india-successfully-tests-vertical-launch-short-range-surface-to-air-missile-1885263-2021-12-07