UPSC Prelims 2008 Q19: Science & Technology – Defence Technology
From which one of the following did India buy the Barak anti - missile defence systems?
- (a) Israel
- (b) France
- (c) Russia
- (d) USA
Answer: (a) Israel
Explanation
Where India bought the Barak anti-missile defence system from
This naval defence system was acquired from a specific foreign defence partner.
| Option | Verdict | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| (a) Israel | Correct | India acquired the Barak anti-missile defence system from Israel |
| (b) France | Incorrect | Not the source of the Barak system |
| (c) Russia | Incorrect | Not the source of the Barak system |
| (d) USA | Incorrect | Not the source of the Barak system |
Barak missile system facts:
| Point | Detail |
|---|---|
| Source | Israel |
| Type | Anti-missile defence system, primarily naval |
Answer: (a) Israel.
Why each option is right or wrong
- (a) CORRECT. India bought the Barak anti-missile defence system from Israel.
- (b) Incorrect. France is not the source of this system.
- (c) Incorrect. Russia is also not the source.
- (d) Incorrect. USA is also not the source.
Key point
India acquired the Barak anti-missile defence system from Israel.
Remember
India bought the Barak anti-missile defence system from Israel.
Common mistakes
- Confusing Israel's defence export relationship with India's with other major defence suppliers like Russia or the USA.
- Not knowing the specific Barak system's Israeli origin.
- Mixing up various Indian defence procurement deals from different countries.
Exam tip
Barak anti-missile defence system = bought from Israel. A specific defence-procurement fact.
Sources
- Ministry of Defence, Government of India — Annual Report 2007–08 (Barak missile system, Israel Aerospace Industries)
- Israel Aerospace Industries — Barak 1 naval air defence system