Which of the following is the indigenously developed Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM), successfully test-fired by the Indian Air Force in September 2018?

Correct option is C

​The correct answer is (c) Astra.

Solution:

Astra is India’s indigenously developed Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM). It was successfully test-fired by the Indian Air Force in September 2018.

This missile is a significant achievement for India's defense capabilities, enabling the Indian Air Force to target and engage aerial threats at long distances.

Explanation of Other Options:

1. Dhanush:
• Dhanush is a naval variant of the Prithvi ballistic missile and is used for surface-to-surface strikes, not air-to-air combat.
2.  BrahMos:
• BrahMos is a supersonic cruise missile developed by India and Russia. It is designed for precision strikes on ground and sea targets, not as an air-to-air missile.
3.  Prahaar:
• Prahaar is a surface-to-surface tactical missile system developed by DRDO for precision strikes, with a range of about 150 km. It is not an air-to-air missile.

Information Booster:

Key details about Astra:

• Type:Beyond-Visual-Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM).
• Range:Approximately100 kmin the latest versions.
• Development:Designed and developed by theDefence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
• Astra has been integrated with various fighter aircraft like theSukhoi Su-30MKI.