Which one among the following companies did India shortlist for purcha

Which one among the following companies did India shortlist for purchasing the Medium Multi Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA) ?

US Lockheed Martin's F-16 Super Viper

Russian United Aircraft's MIG-35

France Dassault Rafale

US Boeing F/A 18 Super Hornet

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UPSC CAPF – 2011

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The correct option is C. In the Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft (MMRCA) tender, India initially shortlisted six aircraft. After rigorous technical evaluation and field trials, the Indian Air Force shortlisted two aircraft for commercial bids in 2011: the Eurofighter Typhoon and the Dassault Rafale. Among the options provided, only the France Dassault Rafale was part of this final technical shortlist.

The question refers to the specific MMRCA procurement process of the Indian Air Force and the aircraft that reached the advanced stages of selection.

Although the original MMRCA tender was eventually withdrawn in 2015, India later signed a direct deal with France in 2016 for the purchase of 36 Rafale aircraft off-the-shelf. The Rafale was a strong contender throughout the original evaluation process and ultimately became the choice for direct purchase.

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