Question – In December 2021, the Supsonic Missile Assisted Torpedo System was successfully launched. Which of the following is not true about this system?
(a) On 13 December 2021, the supersonic missile assisted torpedo system was launched from Wheeler Island in Odisha.
(b) This system is a next generation missile based stand off torpedo delivery system.
(c) This system has been developed by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO).
(d) This missile can cover medium distance.
Answer—(d)
Related facts–
- In December 2021, the Supsonic Missile Assisted Torpedo System was successfully launched.
- Key points —
- On 13 December 2021, the supersonic missile assisted torpedo system was launched from Wheeler Island in Odisha.
- This system is a next generation missile based stand off torpedo delivery system.
- The missile carried a torpedo, parachute delivery system and release mechanisms.
- This system has been developed by the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO).
- The system has been designed to enhance anti-submarine warfare capability far beyond the conventional range of the torpedo.
- The missile is launched from ground mobile launcher and it can cover a range of distances.
Link:
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1780944