DRDO Developed Advanced Chaff Technology

April 06, 2021
Current Context: The Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO) has developed advanced chaff technology.
DRDO Developed Advanced Chaff Technology
  • The advanced chaff technology is developed to protect and safeguard India’s naval ships against missile attacks from enemies.
  • The technology is developed by DRDO’s laboratory called Defence Laboratory Jodhpur.
  • The laboratory has developed three variants of technology namely short-range chaff rocket, medium-range chaff rocket and long-range chaff rocket.
  • All the variants fulfil the qualitative requirements of the Indian Navy as they conducted the trials for the same in the Arabian Sea.
  • Chaff: It is a passive expendable electronic countermeasure technology that is used to protect naval ships from the enemy’s radar and RF missile seekers. A small quantity of chaff material, when deployed in the air, acts as a decoy and deflects the enemy’s missiles, which keeps the ships safe from enemy attacks.
  • Static Part: 
    • HQ of DRDO: New Delhi
    • Chairman of DRDO: G Satheesh Reddy

Question: 

Q.1 Which institute/organisation developed advanced chaff technology to protect ships from enemy attacks like missiles?
a. BEL
b. DRDO
c. Bharat Dynamics
d. IIT Bombay    

Free Exam Resources

Useful material to support your preparation, revision and exam planning.

Continue on BankExamsToday

Revise notes, practice questions and resume anytime.

Meet your mentor

From the Founder

Ramandeep Singh, founder of BankExamsToday

Ramandeep Singh

Banking Educator · Former Banker

Former banker and educator helping aspirants prepare for banking promotion and specialist officer exams with focused, practical guidance.

14+
Years' experience
5,000+
Selections
Ex-BoB
Banking experience