Question

Consider the following statements:

1. Agni-5 is capable of being launched from rail-based platforms.

2. It uses three-stage solid propulsion and can reach speeds up to Mach 24

   Choose the correct statement(s)

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 2 only

• Correct Answer: Option B) 2 only

• Statement 1: Agni-5 is capable of being launched from rail-based platforms. This statement is incorrect.

• Agni-5 is a canister-launched missile, which means it is transported and launched from a sealed canister mounted on a road-mobile launcher (truck). It is designed as a road-mobile system for strategic flexibility and survivability, but it is NOT designed to be launched from rail-based platforms. The Agni series that was designed with rail mobility capability was primarily the earlier version, Agni-1.

• Statement 2: It uses three-stage solid propulsion and can reach speeds up to Mach 24.This statement is correct.

• Agni-5 is indeed a three-stage solid fueled intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). It uses solid propellants in all three stages of its propulsion system. The missile can reach speeds of up to Mach 24 (approximately 29,401 km/h) during its terminal phase, which is typical for long-range ballistic missiles. This high speed is necessary for its long-range capability of over 5,000 km, classifying it as an ICBM.