Question

Q5. Consider the following statements about Seeker Technology in Brahmos:

1. Seeker determines the accuracy of a missile.

2. Supersonic cruise missile BrahMos was successfully flight-tested for the first time with an indigenous seeker.

Which of the statements are correct?

• A. a) 1 only
• B. b) 2 only
• C. c) Both 1 and 2
• D. d) None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) Both 1 and 2

Seeker in Brahmos

• Supersonic cruise missile BrahMos was successfully flight-tested for the first time with an indigenous seeker.
• So far, the seeker, a critical technology in missiles, had come from Russia.
• The seeker was developed by Research Centre Imarat (RCI), Hyderabad, in collaboration with other DRDO labs.
• Seeker determines the accuracy of a missile
• Mastering it is a significant milestone in missile technology and would reduce import dependence.