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Pinaka

Asked 2 times in CDS, peaking in 2021.
2
PYQs
1
Exams
1
Years active
2021–2021
Span
2021
Peak
2/2
Answers
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Key insights

  • Most tested in CDS — 2 of 2 PYQs
  • Most asked in 2021
  • Recurs across 1 years (2021–2021)

Across exams

CDS · 2

How the concept evolved

221
Rising — more than half its appearances (2 of 2) are since 2016.

Sample questions

You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CDS2021
Pinaka, developed in India, is a
  1. A battle tank.
  2. B multi-barrel rocket launcher. ✓
  3. C anti-tank guided missile.
  4. D armoured utility vehicle.
✓ Correct answer: (B)
Defence & Military Studies › Weaponry & Equipment
CDS2021
Which one of the following is correct about 'Pinaka'?
  1. A It is a multi-barrel rocket system. ✓
  2. B It is a type of battle tank.
  3. C It is an advanced submarine.
  4. D It is an indigenously developed drone system.
✓ Correct answer: (A)
Defence & Military Studies › Weaponry & Equipment

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