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Which one of the following is correct about ‘Pinaka’ ?
Explanation
Pinaka is an indigenously developed Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) or multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Army [1]. Named after the celestial bow of Lord Shiva, the system is a critical component of India's long-range artillery firepower [1]. The Pinaka system is capable of firing a salvo of 12 rockets from a single launcher in approximately 44 seconds. While the initial Mark-I version had a range of 38 to 45 kilometers, advanced variants like the Pinaka Mark-II and the Guided Pinaka (LRGR) have extended this range to 90 and 120 kilometers respectively. The system features 'shoot-and-scoot' capabilities, allowing it to evade counter-battery fire, and includes launcher vehicles, command posts, and fire control radars.
Sources
- [1] https://ddnews.gov.in/en/drdo-successfully-conducts-maiden-flight-test-of-120-km-strike-range-pinaka-rockets/