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Q103 (CDS-I/2012) Science & Technology › Space & Defence Technology › Missile and weapon systems Answer Verified

In the year 2011, a missile named 'PRAHAR', developed by DRDO was test fired. This is a—

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The 'Prahaar' missile, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), was successfully test-fired for the first time on July 21, 2011, from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur, Odisha [2]. It is classified as a short-range, surface-to-surface tactical ballistic missile [1]. With a strike range of approximately 150 km, it was specifically designed to fill the critical operational gap between the unguided Pinaka multi-barrel rocket system (40 km range) and the guided Prithvi ballistic missiles (250–350 km range) [1]. Prahaar is a solid-fueled, highly maneuverable weapon system capable of carrying various conventional warheads, providing the Indian Army with an all-weather, quick-reaction battlefield support system [1]. Its high accuracy and ability to be launched from road-mobile launchers make it a versatile tactical asset for striking strategic targets at short distances [2].

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  1. [1] https://www.pib.gov.in/newsite/erelcontent.aspx?relid=73407
  2. [2] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/prahaar-missile-successfully-testfired/article2279166.ece
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