Q38. Consider the following statements:
1. Ballistic missiles are jet-propelled at subsonic speeds throughout their flights, while cruise missiles are rocket-powered only in the initial phase of flight.
2. Agni-V is a medium-range supersonic cruise missile, while BrahmMos is a solid-fuelled intercontinental ballistic missile.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
a. 1 only
b. 2 only
c. Both 1 and 2
d. Neither 1 nor 2
Question from UPSC Prelims 2023 GS Paper
Explanation :
d. Neither 1 nor 2
The given statements are incorrect because:
1. Ballistic missiles are rocket-powered and follow a ballistic trajectory after the initial powered phase, while cruise missiles are jet-propelled at subsonic or supersonic speeds throughout their flights.
2. Agni-V is a solid-fueled intercontinental ballistic missile, while BrahMos is a medium-range supersonic cruise missile.
