Question

Consider the following statements about Prithvi-II Missile :
1. It is a nuclear-capable ballistic missile.
2. It has a maximum range of 100 km.
3. It is India's first native made ballistic missile.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A. 1, 2 and 3
• B. 1 only
• C. 1 and 3 only
• D. 2 and 3 only

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

1 and 3 only

Prithvi is a tactical surface-to-surface short-range ballistic missile (SRBM) developed by DRDO under the Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP). It is India's first indigenously developed nuclear capable missile. It has a maximum range of 350km. It is a single-stage liquid-fueled missile having a maximum warhead mounting capability of 500 kg