In 2010 the design of which Indian single-engine multirole light aircraft was one by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA)?

Correct option is C

The Correct Answer is: (c) HAL Tejas

Explanation:
The HAL Tejas is a single-engine, multirole, supersonic light combat aircraft (LCA) developed by India's Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) in collaboration with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The development of Tejas began in the 1980s, but its design reached key milestones by 2010, and the aircraft was inducted into the Indian Air Force in 2016.

The Tejas was developed under the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) program to replace the ageing MiG-21 fleet of the Indian Air Force. It is known for its delta wing design, advanced avionics, composite materials, and agility.

Information Booster:
• Designed by Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) under the DRDO.
• Manufactured by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
• First flight: 4 January 2001, operational induction: 2016.
• It is capable of air-to-air, air-to-ground, and reconnaissance missions.
• Tejas has been exported and showcased in multiple international air shows.
• The aircraft is a symbol of India’s indigenous defence capability.