Question: Falaq System is developed by which of the following country?
(a) Iran
(b) China
(c) Russia
(d) USA
Answer: (a)
Related facts:
- On 10th August, 2019, Iran unveiled a locally upgraded radar system called Falaq with a range of 250 miles that could help defend against cruise and ballistic missiles and drones.
- The announcement comes at a time of rising tension between Iran and the United States.
- Earlier,Iran shot down a US military surveillance drone in the Persian Gulf with a surface-to-air missile in June, 2019. Tehran says the drone was over its territorial waters, but Washington says it was in international airspace.
The Falaq:
- It is a mobile radar and a vehicle housing a control room, an improved version of the Gamma which was developed by Russian Origin.
- This system has high capabilities and can detect all types of cruise and ballistic missiles and drones.
Links:
https://www.israelhayom.com/2019/08/11/iran-unveils-improved-radar-air-defence-system/
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/defence/iran-unveils-improved-radar-air-defence-system/articleshow/70620206.cms