Question

Which of the following statements about Agni-4 missile are correct?

1. It has an estimated accuracy (CEP) of under 100 meters.

2. It uses a composite navigation system.

3. It can carry multiple independently targetable reentry vehicles (MIRVs).

• A. 1 & 2
• B. 2 & 3
• C. 1 & 3
• D. All are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 1 & 2

• Correct Answer: Option A) 1 & 2

• The Agni-4 missile is an intermediate-range ballistic missile developed by India as part of its Agni series of missiles.

• Statement 1: It has an estimated accuracy (CEP) of under 100 meters. This is correct. The Agni-4 missile is known for its high accuracy with a Circular Error Probable (CEP) of less than 100 meters. CEP is a measure of a weapon system's precision - it refers to the radius of a circle within which 50% of the projectiles are expected to fall.

• Statement 2: It uses a composite navigation system.This is also correct. The Agni-4 employs a sophisticated composite navigation system that integrates multiple navigation technologies including inertial navigation system (INS) and possibly GPS or other satellite navigation for improved accuracy and reliability.

• Statement 3: It can carry multiple independently targetable reentry vehicles (MIRVs). This statement is incorrect. The Agni-4 is not designed to carry MIRVs. It is configured to carry a single warhead. The capability to carry MIRVs is being developed for other missiles in the Agni series, particularly the Agni-5 and Agni-6.