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    Question

    What significant decision did the Indian Air Force (IAF)

    recently make regarding the Astra Mk-1 missile?  
    A Initiated a new design phase for an upgraded version Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Approved the production of 200 units for deployment Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Expanded the deployment to additional aircraft types Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Announced international sales agreements Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Increased the production facilities at BDL Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Indian Air Force (IAF) has given approval for the production of 200 Astra Mk-1 missiles, which are intended to be deployed on the Su-30 MKI and the indigenously developed Light Combat Aircraft Tejas. This decision underscores the IAF's commitment to enhancing its aerial combat capabilities with advanced, domestically-produced weaponry. The Astra Mk-1 missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and manufactured by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), is a beyond visual range (BVR) air-to-air missile capable of engaging various aerial threats effectively due to its impressive range and speed.

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