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    Which one among the following correctly stands for the acronym AWACS?
    Question

    Which one among the following correctly stands for the acronym AWACS?

    A.

    Advanced Warning and Critical Scanning

    B.

    Arial Warfare and Case Study

    C.

    Airborne Warfare and Critical Solutions

    D.

    Airborne Warning and Control System

    Correct option is D

    The correct answer is (d) Airborne Warning and Control System
    Explanation:
    • AWACS denotes an airborne platform with long-range radar and C2 (command & control).
    • It provides wide-area surveillance, early warning, and battle management.
    • Typically fitted with a rotodome radar and communications suite.
    • Used to detect aircraft/missiles and direct interceptors.
    • India operates AWACS/AEW&C type systems (e.g., Phalcon, DRDO AEW&C).
    Information Booster:
    • Extends radar coverage beyond ground radars.
    • Acts as an airborne node for integrated air defence.
    Additional Knowledge:
    (a) Advanced Warning and Critical Scanning — Incorrect expansion.
    (b) Arial Warfare and Case Study — Incorrect and irrelevant.
    (c) Airborne Warfare and Critical Solutions — Incorrect expansion.

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