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  1. What is 'NOTAM' in aviation terminology?

    Answer: Notice to Airmen

    NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) is a notice containing essential information about the state of the air navigation system.

  2. India's space agency ISRO successfully conducted its first human spaceflight program named:

    Answer: Gaganyaan

    Gaganyaan is India's human spaceflight program aimed at sending Indian astronauts to space aboard an indigenous spacecraft.

  3. Which defense exercise is conducted jointly by the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force?

    Answer: Exercise Trishakti

    Exercise Trishakti is a tri-services exercise conducted by the Indian Armed Forces to test joint operational capabilities.

  4. The 'Warsaw Pact' was a military alliance led by which country during the Cold War?

    Answer: Soviet Union

    The Warsaw Pact (1955–1991) was a collective defense treaty led by the Soviet Union, countering NATO in Eastern Europe.

  5. In the context of fighter aircraft, what does 'BVR' capability refer to?

    Answer: Beyond Visual Range combat

    BVR (Beyond Visual Range) refers to air-to-air combat using missiles that can engage targets beyond the pilot's line of sight.

  6. The United Nations Security Council has how many permanent members with veto power?

    Answer: 5

    The UN Security Council has 5 permanent members (P5) — USA, UK, France, Russia, and China — each holding veto power.

  7. Which DRDO-developed surface-to-air missile system is designed for short-range air defense?

    Answer: Akash

    Akash is a medium-range surface-to-air missile system developed by DRDO, providing air defense against aircraft and drones.

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