The correct answer is: 1982-83.
India’s Integrated Missiles Development Programme (IMD) was started in 1982-83 under the chairmanship of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. The IMD was a major initiative to develop a range of indigenous missiles for the Indian Armed Forces. The programme was successful in developing a number of missiles, including the Prithvi, Agni, and Trishul. The IMD was a major milestone in India’s defence development and helped to improve the country’s strategic capabilities.
Option A: 1979-80 is incorrect because the IMD was not started in this year.
Option B: 1980-81 is incorrect because the IMD was not started in this year.
Option C: 1981-82 is incorrect because the IMD was not started in this year.
Option D: 1982-83 is correct because the IMD was started in this year.