DRDO Signs MoU with RRU to Enhance Collaboration on Defence & Internal Security

Current Context: On 22 December 2025, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) signed an MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) with Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) in New Delhi.

• Aim: Strengthen collaboration in research, education, training, and technology support for defence & internal security.
• Signed by Dr. Chandrika Kaushik (Director General, Production Coordination & Services Interaction, DRDO) and Prof. Bimal N. Patel (Vice Chancellor, RRU).
• Witnessed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V. Kamat.
• Focus: Capacity building, indigenous defence technologies, cybersecurity, and skilled manpower development.
• Aligns with Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self‑Reliant India) and Amrit Kaal vision for national security preparedness.
• Significance: Combines R&D (Research & Development) + Academia + Operational expertise to boost India’s defence ecosystem.

Question:

Q.1 The primary aim of the MoU between the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) is to strengthen collaboration in which areas?
a) Research, education, training, and technology support
b) Border infrastructure and logistics
c) Weapons manufacturing and export promotion
d) Space surveillance and satellite navigation

Answer: a) The MoU focuses on research, education, training, and technology support for defence and internal security.