The policy on strategic partnerships in defence was approved by the Mi

The policy on strategic partnerships in defence was approved by the Ministry of Defence in May 2017. Which of the following is not among the four segments identified by the Ministry for acquisition through the strategic partnership route?

[amp_mcq option1=”Artillery guns” option2=”Fighter aircraft and helicopters” option3=”Submarines” option4=”Armoured fighting vehicles and main battle tanks” correct=”option1″]

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UPSC CDS-2 – 2018
Artillery guns were not among the four segments identified by the Ministry of Defence in May 2017 for acquisition through the strategic partnership route.
– The strategic partnership policy aimed to build domestic capabilities by selecting private sector players to partner with global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) for the production of complex defence platforms.
– The four segments identified in the policy were:
1. Submarines
2. Naval Utility Helicopters
3. Fighter Aircraft
4. Armoured Fighting Vehicles/Main Battle Tanks
– The policy intended to provide a level playing field for the private sector and move towards ‘Make in India’ in defence manufacturing for large, complex platforms.
– Artillery guns are procured through various routes, including outright purchase, licensed production, or specific procurement schemes, but were not part of the initial four identified segments under the strategic partnership model.
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