The terms ‘Pinaka and Smerch’ mentioned in news recently refer to
[amp_mcq option1=”Cruise missiles” option2=”Nuclear-powered submarines” option3=”Rocket launcher systems” option4=”Weaponised drones” correct=”option3″]
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CDS-1 – 2022
Pinaka and Smerch are both types of multi-barrel rocket launcher (MBRL) systems used by the Indian Army.
Pinaka is an indigenous Indian system developed by DRDO, while Smerch is a Russian-made system procured by India. Both are designed to fire multiple rockets rapidly to saturate an area.