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Initiative Dhruv
Asked 2 times across 2 UPSC exams over 6 years (2008–2014), peaking in 2008.
Key insights
- Most tested in CSE — 1 of 2 PYQs
- Most asked in 2008
- Recurs across 2 years (2008–2014)
How it travelled across exams
First appearance in each exam — the same idea, reframed.
CSE 2008 → CDS 2014
How the concept evolved
Largely a pre-2016 idea — watch for a comeback.
Related concepts
Ideas UPSC tests alongside this one — keep exploring.
Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CDS2014
Indian Navy commissioned its first Advanced Light Helicopter Squadron at Kochi in November 2013. What is the name of the helicopter?
- A Chetak
- B Dhruv ✓
- C Rudra
- D Cheetah
✓ Correct answer: (B)
Defence & Military Studies › Weaponry & Equipment
CSE2008
In the context of the Indian defence, what is 'Dhruv'? (2008)
- A Aircraft-carrying warship
- B Missile-carrying Submarine
- C Advanced light helicopter ✓
- D Intercontinental ballistic missile
✓ Correct answer: (C)
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