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Analyse the structural and technological challenges confronting India’s defence manufacturing sector. How can India reduce dependence on defence imports? What reforms are necessary for achieving long-term strategic autonomy?

Topic: Effects of liberalization on the economy, changes in industrial policy and their effects on industrial growth. Q5. Analyse the structural and technological challenges confronting India’s defence manufacturing sector. How can India reduce dependence on defence imports? What reforms are necessary for achieving long-term strategic autonomy? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the …

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Suryastra rocket system

Source:  TH Subject: Defence Exercise Context: The Indian Army has signed a ₹293-crore emergency procurement contract with NIBE Ltd., in collaboration with Elbit Systems, to induct the Suryastra rocket system, a long-range universal launcher with strike ranges up to 300 km. About Suryastra rocket system: What it is? Suryastra is India’s first indigenous universal multi-calibre …

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GSL’s new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’

Context: The Indian Coast Guard commissioned ICGS Amulya, a new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel, at Goa. About GSL’s new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel ‘Amulya’: What it is? ICGS Amulya is the third vessel in the Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels for the Indian Coast Guard, designed for rapid response and extended maritime operations. Developed by: Designer & Builder: …

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India and A Strong Defence Industrial Base

Source:  TH Subject:   Economics & National Security Context: The debate on building a strong defence industrial base has intensified as India targets ₹3 lakh crore defence production and ₹50,000 crore defence exports by 2029, alongside rising geopolitical instability and supply-chain risks. About India and A Strong Defence Industrial Base: What it is? A defence industrial …

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Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025

Source:  BS Context: Defence Minister released the Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 in New Delhi. Effective from November 1, 2025, the new manual aims to simplify revenue procurement procedures worth nearly ₹1 lakh crore annually. About Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025: What it is? The Defence Procurement Manual 2025 is a comprehensive guideline for revenue …

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