The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a multirole fighter jet developed by General Dynamics (now Lockheed Martin) for the United States Air Force. It’s one of the most widely used fighter aircraft in the world, operated by more than 25 countries.
Key Facts about the F-16:
First flight: 1974
Introduced: 1978
Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin
Crew: 1 (some variants have 2)
Role: Air-to-air combat, air-to-ground attack
Features:
Speed: Over Mach 2 (approx. 2,400 km/h)
Range: Around 4,220 km with external fuel tanks
Weapons: Can carry a variety of bombs, missiles (AIM-9 Sidewinder, AIM-120 AMRAAM, etc.), and a 20mm M61 Vulcan cannon
Agility: Highly maneuverable, fly-by-wire controls for better responsiveness
Versatility: Can operate in both air superiority and ground attack missions
Notable Uses:
Extensively used in conflicts like the Gulf War, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
The Indian Air Force does not currently operate the F-16, but its regional presence is significant as Pakistan Air Force uses F-16s.
Modernized versions like F-16V (Viper) are still being produced and upgraded with advanced radar (AESA), avionics, and weapon systems.
Key Facts about the F-16:
First flight: 1974
Introduced: 1978
Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin
Crew: 1 (some variants have 2)
Role: Air-to-air combat, air-to-ground attack
Features:
Speed: Over Mach 2 (approx. 2,400 km/h)
Range: Around 4,220 km with external fuel tanks
Weapons: Can carry a variety of bombs, missiles (AIM-9 Sidewinder, AIM-120 AMRAAM, etc.), and a 20mm M61 Vulcan cannon
Agility: Highly maneuverable, fly-by-wire controls for better responsiveness
Versatility: Can operate in both air superiority and ground attack missions
Notable Uses:
Extensively used in conflicts like the Gulf War, Afghanistan, and Iraq.
The Indian Air Force does not currently operate the F-16, but its regional presence is significant as Pakistan Air Force uses F-16s.
Modernized versions like F-16V (Viper) are still being produced and upgraded with advanced radar (AESA), avionics, and weapon systems.
Q1. In the context of India-UK FTA, which of the following combinations correctly identifies a non-tariff barrier and a tariff barrier, respectively?
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A) Digital trade standards; Dairy import duties
22%
B) Customs valuation rules; Legal services access
56%
C) Whisky excise taxes; Investment limits in startups
0%
D) Labour visa quotas; Scotch whisky import license fees
Q2. Which of the following is the least likely outcome if the FTA leads to complete elimination of tariffs on UK automobiles?
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A) Increased UK car exports to India
43%
B) Growth of Indian automobile manufacturing industry
43%
C) Pressure on Indian automobile pricing and competition
14%
D) Potential decline in revenue from import duties
Q3.Which of the above are correct?
1. The FTA supports India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat strategy.
2. The FTA weakens India’s negotiating power with other Commonwealth countries. 3. The UK-India FTA talks have been influenced by political shifts in both nations.
1. The FTA supports India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat strategy.
2. The FTA weakens India’s negotiating power with other Commonwealth countries. 3. The UK-India FTA talks have been influenced by political shifts in both nations.
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A) 1 and 2 only
40%
B) 1 and 3 only
40%
C) 2 and 3 only
0%
D) All of the above
Q4. What is the primary reason India insists on liberal visa regimes in the FTA negotiations?
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A) To increase tourism revenue from Indian citizens visiting the UK
50%
B) To ease diplomatic relations with the UK for other bilateral talks
0%
C) To support skilled professionals' access to UK labor markets
0%
D) To reduce India's domestic unemployment through emigration
Q5. If the FTA is successfully implemented, which of the following sectors in India is most likely to face increased foreign competition?
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A) Pharmaceuticals
43%
B) Handloom and textiles
0%
C) Renewable energy
29%
D) Automotive manufacturing
Article 51A(d) 🔥
> "to defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so;"
Explanation:
This duty applies to all citizens of India.
It emphasizes the obligation to:
Defend the sovereignty and integrity of the nation.
Participate in national service (such as during war, national emergencies, or service in armed forces or civil defence) if called upon by the State.
This Fundamental Duty was added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, based on the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee.
> "to defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so;"
Explanation:
This duty applies to all citizens of India.
It emphasizes the obligation to:
Defend the sovereignty and integrity of the nation.
Participate in national service (such as during war, national emergencies, or service in armed forces or civil defence) if called upon by the State.
This Fundamental Duty was added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976, based on the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee.