Which one of the following is the best description of `INS Astradharini`, that was in the news recently?

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Q: 21 (IAS/2016)

Which one of the following is the best description of 'INS Astradharini', that was in the news recently?

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Current Affairs

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IAS

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{'aircraft carrier': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'submarine': [0, 0, 3, 3], 'amphibious warfare ship': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'torpedo launch': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'best description': [0, 0, 0, 1], 'nuclear': [0, 0, 3, 4], 'recovery vessel': [0, 0, 0, 1]}

The best description of `INS Astradharini` based on the options provided would be Option 3: Torpedo launch and recovery vessel.

Reasoning:

- An amphibious warfare ship (Option 1) typically refers to a vessel that is designed to transport and deploy troops, equipment, and vehicles for amphibious operations, such as landing forces on hostile shores. There is no evidence to suggest that INS Astradharini is an amphibious warfare ship as it is not designed for troop transport or amphibious assault operations.

- A nuclear-powered submarine (Option 2) is a type of naval vessel that is powered by nuclear reactors and is designed for extended underwater operations. There is no information available to suggest that INS Astradharini is a submarine or has nuclear-powered capabilities.

- A nuclear-powered aircraft carrier (Option 4) is a type of large warship that serves as a floating airbase for fixed-wing aircraft, powered by nuclear reactors. There is no evidence to indicate that INS Astradharini is an aircraft carrier or has nuclear-powered capabilities.

- On the other hand, a torpedo launch and recovery vessel (Option 3) is a type of naval vessel that is specifically designed for the launch and recovery of torpedoes, which are underwater missiles used in naval warfare. This type of vessel typically provides a platform for testing, training, and maintenance of torpedoes, as well as other underwater weapons systems. Based on the information provided, INS Astradharini is most likely a torpedo launch and recovery vessel.

Additional information:

- The prefix "INS" stands for Indian Navy Ship, indicating that INS Astradharini is a vessel belonging to the Indian Navy.

- Torpedo launch and recovery vessels are important assets for navies as they provide the capability to test, train, and maintain underwater weapons systems, which are critical for naval warfare.

- Torpedoes are typically used for anti-submarine warfare (ASW), anti-surface warfare (ASuW), and other underwater offensive and defensive operations.

- India has a strong naval presence and operates various types of ships, submarines, and aircraft carriers in its fleet, including nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers. However, there is no publicly available information to suggest that INS Astradharini falls into these categories.

- It`s worth noting that military vessels, including INS Astradharini, are subject to classification and may not always have detailed information available in the public domain due to security reasons.