> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.upscprep.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Previse 2025: Defence Procurements - URL: https://www.upscprep.com/previse-2024-defence-proccurements-upsc-prelims-2024-current-affairs/ - Published: 2024-04-11T12:05:33.000Z - Updated: 2025-05-01T06:11:37.000Z - Description: Defence Procurements | Important for Prelims 2024 - Author: UPSCprep.com - Tags: UPSC Prelims, Current Affairs, Previse 2025, #show-toc Securing India's vast borders and asserting its strategic interests in the Indo-Pacific region requires a well-equipped and modernized defence force. ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/07/9207d054-5e99-4b26-b8c8-424994497a07/content/images/2024/04/image-18.png) This year's UPSC Prelims is likely to focus on recent developments in defence acquisitions that reflect India's evolving security priorities. This article highlights a few key defence items that were procured and have been in the news. It is crucial for aspirants appearing in the 2025 UPSC prelims. ### **Pralay Missile** ![Pralay missile | UPSC | Prelims | Defence](https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/imgsize-23456,msid-96575807,width-600,resizemode-4/96575807.jpg) ![Tactical Quasi-Ballistic Missile Pralay | Pralay missile | UPSC | Prelims | Defence](https://swarajya.gumlet.io/swarajya/2021-12/0fa74766-0b73-402c-b5f8-8517f8ebdc1e/pralay.jpg) ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/07/9207d054-5e99-4b26-b8c8-424994497a07/content/images/2024/04/lRNe-sW-PQ3xlpcdOhIqB7OdXAFmYs7DK-s3lLTN72P4KC98RqAmCptqn8g3o0cafDIXYNZiCCoJE7GJS1oDXcEotJ1LbFsT1yIFqjo_hARIPBXdr1NhIwFLL0FCSqcA0PkMe-brI5ldDjEyn_1MXH0.png) **WHY IMPORTANT?** **150-500 km** Short-Range **Surface-to-surface Missile** by DRDO. - Pralay is a **canister-based** tactical, surface-to-surface, short-range ballistic missile. - It is a part of the **Prahaar missile program**. - With an ability of striking 150 to 500 kilometers far, Pralay is the longest-range surface-to-surface missile with the Indian Armylongest-range surface-to-surface missile, capable of striking 150 to 500 kilometers far. - It is a **quasi-ballistic** trajectory based solid propellant rocket-powered missile. --- ### **TAPAS BH 201** ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/92/07/9207d054-5e99-4b26-b8c8-424994497a07/content/images/2024/04/image-17.png) ![TAPAS BH 201 | UPSC](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/BVkoeO7jbb1eEnD_vWiTcWP_T00xCxCCXgNva5EON5BYraEACTwiEt_26neNTM1P8TvpyjrCuhTExoxq8P0sHMdo215NtNT0BPGc0JNI0G6gvmdZOIB-jGjkBVq9nxpAPTJXFNSxyVXfkNFftEWImDQ) **WHY IMPORTANT?** Previously known as **Rustom-II**, it is an indigenously developed **Medium Altitude Long-Endurance** Unmanned Aerial Vehicle. - It can operate at altitudes of up to **28,000 feet** with endurance of over 18 hours. - The maximum speed is 225 kmph and maximum payload it can carry is 350 kgs. - It is capable of fulfilling the army's **Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, Tracking, and Reconnaissance (ISTAR)** requirements. --- ### **Spike NLOS** ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/khCKFr9TjCLAPR2VmfcAza02NtiiX2hOMGkG6pZi5qEnrcffCRLD0ZSSJ55UNgQxljG4ItcQUmDJFg526UD3wkNllkBSx7JmMroXsvL8kYNJXnmo7KaL2ObYeAY4VFTL7nzQdV2y2vOOA9GyRjOX1cc) ![Greece acquires Spike anti-tank missiles for 370 million Euro](https://frontierindia.com/briefs/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Spike-anti-tank-missile.webp) ![Spike NLOS: Decoding IAF interest in Israeli tank-killing missile - The Week](https://img.theweek.in/content/dam/week/news/india/images/2022/4/24/spike-nlos-apache.jpeg) **WHY IMPORTANT?** The 6th Generation lightweight, fire-and-forget tactical precision-guided **Spike Non Line of Sight (NLOS) Anti-tank Guided Missile** from Israel will be integrated with Russian Mi-17V5 helicopters. - It is a **fire-and-forget** anti-tank missile with a high-explosive warhead. - Its variants include **man-portable**, **vehicle-launched**, and **helicopter-launched** and can hit targets from distances of **up to 30 km**. - Reliance on electro-optical seeker for clear vision of targets makes it effective unlike traditional missiles reliant on radar or infrared guidance. --- ### **MQ 9B Reaper** ![The India-U.S. deal for 31 MQ-9B drones | UPSC](https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/xjv8mm/article67008173.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/MQ9B%20Drones.jpg) ![MQ 9B Reaper ](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/ao08eiGGAuTeGATPUaocU_mXCbbHKJrm14vGYB-mEIi6QonUxqyBit9WwPeJO_SZdYI2GgYtlj_Xi5hZWDJOXGoiDv4kIu8w6bAXR9mQ_7SFeXWJAjHDrxEarzhPnfl4Ijk00CbjiH4jPKd-GEDPcuQ) ![MQ 9B Reaper | UPSC](https://m.economictimes.com/thumb/msid-105533790,width-1200,height-1200,resizemode-4,imgsize-14802/mq-9b-predator.jpg) **WHY IMPORTANT?** It can fly over the horizon for real-time situational awareness and has maritime intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance capabilities. - MQ 9B has **two variants**, the SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian. - The drone can operate at over **40,000 feet** giving advantage in the high-altitude Himalayan border areas. - These drones have advanced features like automatic take-off and landing, anti-spoofing GPS and encrypted communication links. --- **We can't clear UPSC for you.** But with our ***personalised mentor support***, you'll be ready to do it yourself. [Join Now](https://courses.upscprep.com/products?ref=upscprep.com) --- ### **Dhruv Advanced Light Helicopter** ![DHRUV](https://service.hal-india.co.in/Common/Uploads/HomeTemplate/35_PPara_2.jpg) ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/m2GZ5Nl7cyTb_p0BDcoQcssGzEFGJnxjAJIU3WqPfeW8WoXsOdO5tWzRm8LCUhSLklSIrrenE9F6_Gu6ZdqP6guQQwzdD04O4aSWAE-VQfRFsTCVcgB1_BMgQq3uqE4RHRE83Rfrf6J4QLP5T6sP-1g) **WHY IMPORTANT?** It is for both civil and military roles developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited. - The major **variants** of Dhruv are classified as **Dhruv Mk-I, Mk-II, Mk-III & Mk-IV**. - It was exported to countries like Bolivia, Myanmar, Israel, Maldives, and Nepal. - Dhruv Mk-IV is also called ALH Rudra and can carry **air-to-air missiles**. - Radar and missile detectors, infrared jammers and chaff and flare dispensers are some of its countermeasures. --- ### **Light Combat Helicopter Prachand** ![Light Combat Helicopter (LCH): Prachanda](https://drishtiias.com/images/uploads/1665037380_Prachanda_Drishti_IAS_English.png) ![Explained: The Indian-made LCH 'Prachand' and its significance - The Hindu](https://th-i.thgim.com/public/news/national/bd43y/article65966417.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/Features.png) ![5.8-tonne-twin-engine-(2)](https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/imgsize-23456,msid-94611457,width-600,resizemode-4/94611457.jpg) **WHY IMPORTANT?** It is a **multi-role combat helicopter** designed and developed by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. - It is India’s first indigenous multi-role combat helicopter specializing in deserts and mountain operations. - It can fly at a **maximum speed of 288 kmph** with activities like Combat Search and Rescue, operations against Remotely Piloted Aircraft and high-altitude bunker busting operations. - It will be equipped with Helina missiles, the air force version of which is called Dhruvastra. - The helicopter is equipped with new-generation Shakti engine and is the only helicopter with capability to operate at altitudes above 6,000 meters while carrying a substantial payload. --- ### **INS Imphal** ![Hindustan Times on X: "#INSImphal to boost #India's 'principle in Indo-Pacific region' 🛳️ INS Imphal, built under a ₹35,000-crore project for four modern stealth destroyers, comes with a raft of historic firsts. Know key facts about stealth-guided missile destroyer 🔗 https://t.co/G1w8f848Tc https://t.co/WGfgEl6nvx" / X](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GCUvodubAAAaHQV.jpg:large) ![INS Imphal (D68) - Wikipedia](https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/31/INS_Imphal.jpg/1200px-INS_Imphal.jpg) **WHY IMPORTANT?** It is the third of four indigenous **Visakhapatnam class** stealth-guided missile destroyers under Project 15-Bravo. - INS Imphal or the Pennant D68 is the third ship of the Visakhapatnam class stealth-guided missile destroyers. - The ship is equipped to fight **Nuclear**, **Biological** and **Chemical warfare**. - Armaments include **Barak-8** surface-to-air missiles, **BrahMos** surface-to-surface cruise missiles, **torpedo launchers** and **anti-submarine rocket launchers**. After the success of Kolkata class (Project 15A), the 15B (Visakhapatnam Class) has four warships: Visakhapatnam, Mormugao, Imphal, and Surat. --- ### **Neerakshi** ![DRDO | autonomous vessel | Neerakshi | UPSC](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/VgTXvvGgnTYhIYg0ifZwfs-cxlE7uEOGoyziLIxflucZY-qQnyRNO3p0zqxZvL9R7XAYgG2XgdvOBDuN6-8ME4aVl0EZyVPs42v2p8Lf5q5-zlz9vH4ibdaCDQda8VKkRxd3jj6wKnKeaqR3iz9WSRg) ![DRDO chief lauds PSU's launch of autonomous vessel | Neerakshi | UPSC](https://images.indianexpress.com/2023/07/DRDO.jpg?w=414) ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/giDOv3DGcjF5BN7KeQjOziq3hA4PCQAzIZQg0tkLEoQBOiLTsVTg13Y8Xp1YwUWd-9UezwV9f_v-8hHFcS0Y2EnL0ng1nMMngfqFob6P5WZKViwmuz7rtyooB4oalrPmzW_MXO6KA192qZCEmF_oB4k) **WHY IMPORTANT?** It is the first of its kind **Autonomous Underwater Vehicle** by India for mine detection. - Neerakshi means “**Eyes in the Water**”. - Its functions include mine detection, mine disposal and underwater survey. - With an endurance of around **4 hours**, it is capable of operating up to a depth of **300m**. --- ### **Varunastra** ![Varunastra - INSIGHTSIAS - Simplifying UPSC IAS Exam Preparation](https://www.insightsonindia.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Varunastra.jpg) ![VARUNASTRA OR HEAVY WEIGHT TORPEDO | BHARAT DYNAMICS LIMITED INDIA](https://bdl-india.in/sites/default/files/2022-09/VARUNASTRA.png) ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/ECYBr363BsdL_CtOTP1YlSwyGia_L5AWJYlvbKj73-MZ-TcQiCKIIoXj5OSIad8_WCd5QJXztFLihLS3ch0Ab-v07bp5Qtfz8Ej5c2y6Kfv9VZzH9k5Xl4ckAlNDyK_-o4S2TBe8OOcp1B_-XfHz9BQ) **WHY IMPORTANT?** It is an indigenous **ship-launched anti-submarine torpedo**. - It is an electrically-propelled anti-submarine torpedo capable of targeting stealth submarines in deep and shallow waters. - The torpedo’s guidance system uses active-passive acoustics, wire guidance and GPS/NavIC satellite guidance. - The conformal array transducers installed in it allows for a wide angle view than other torpedoes. - It can be fired from all Anti-submarine warfare ships. --- ### **Project Sanjay** ![Project Sanjay | UPSC](https://www.financialexpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/indian-army-1.jpg) ![Project Sanjay | UPSC](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/x1SoqlnR337ciA1ZHoHMm3GveMlfbPUmX4MvJeljTOft-wc7NQATVLOj7kCLmlOF3wpiQHd6gEHzSVTatGumFm2b2cWkSr0xu8oeMNJc_tRsk3erVmV2_hkgfpNoNsf1mxo1uerIFBxZTQADDWV2U5Q) ![Project Sanjay | UPSC](https://www.indiandefencereview.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/Battle-Management-System-Indian-Army.jpg) **WHY IMPORTANT?** The Indian army under ‘Project Sanjay’ is working on **creating multiple battlefield surveillance centres**. - The aim is to have a **future-ready**, **technology-driven**, **lethal** and **agile** force. - It is the ability to obtain real or near-real time all time pictures of battle areas. - It is multi-pronged and includes **human intelligence**, **technology-related imagery intelligence** and **communication intelligence**. - It helps detect changes for pre-emptive action. ## Sign up for UPSCprep.com Simplify your UPSC journey Subscribe Email sent! 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