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Recently, Brahmastra missile is developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). It is a hypersonic glide missile.

Key Points of the Brahmastra Missile:

● Name: Long Range Anti-Ship Missile (LRAShM)

● Speed: 12144 km/h, 3.37 km per second

● Range: 1500 km

● Deployment: it can be launched from both land & sea

● Impact Time: Obliterates enemy ships in 7 - 8 minutes after launch.

● Technological Advancements:

○ It Surpasses China’s DF-17 in range & tech.

○ It has heat resistant materials for extreme temperature endurance.

○ There is a progress in scramjet & glide technology.

About DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation):

● Formation: it was Established in 1958, DRDO is pivotal in strengthening India’s national security and achieving self-reliance (Atma-Nirbharta) in defence technologies.

● Motto: "Balasya Mulam Vigyanam" (Strength lies in science)

● Focus Areas: Advanced weapon systems, technology development, and defence innovations for Indian Armed Forces.

Structure and Functions of DRDO:

● Leadership: DRDO is led by the Secretary of the Department of Defence (R&D). it is supported by the Director General (DG) and Chief Controllers.

● Technology Clusters:

1. Aeronautics

2. Armament

3. Combat Engineering

4. Electronics and Communication Systems

5. Micro Electronics and Computational Systems

6. Life Sciences

7. Naval Systems and Materials

Key Achievements by DRDO :

Technology	Focus	Key Achievements
Aeronautics Systems (Aero)	UAVs, engines, avionics	LCA Tejas, Nishant UAV
Missiles and Strategic Systems (MSS)	Strategic and tactical missiles	Agni, Prithvi, Brahmos, Akash
Naval Systems and Materials (NSM)	Naval platforms, underwater systems	Humsa sonar, Submarine technologies
Micro Electronics and Computational Systems	Radars, electronics, cybersecurity	Communication systems, radars
Armament & Combat Engineering Systems	Combat vehicles, ammunition	Arjun Tank, Pinaka MBRL
Electronics & Communication Systems	Military electronics, radars	Electronic warfare, communication systems
Life Sciences (LS)	NBC protection, human factors research	Life support systems

Source: news18

Practice Question

Q. Which missile is developed by DRDO under the Strategic and Tactical Missiles system?

a) Brahmos
b) Agni
c) Prithvi
d) All of the above

Answer: d) All of the above

Explanation: DRDO has developed a range of missiles, including Agni, Prithvi & Brahmos Under the Strategic and Tactical Missiles system.