Correct Answer: Option B) 2 & 3
Agni-5 is India's most advanced intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) and an important part of India's strategic defense arsenal. Let's analyze each statement:
It is a two-stage, solid-fueled intercontinental missile - This statement is incorrect. Agni-5 is actually a three-stage, solid-fueled missile. It uses three solid rocket motor stages to achieve its intercontinental range of over 5,000 km.
It has a maximum speed of approximately Mach 24 - This statement is correct. Agni-5 can reach speeds of approximately Mach 24 (around 29,400 km/h) during its terminal phase. This hypersonic speed makes it very difficult to intercept.
It can be launched from a road-mobile, canisterized launcher - This statement is correct. Agni-5 is designed to be transported and launched from a mobile launcher using canister-launch technology. This road-mobility provides strategic flexibility and enhances its survivability as it can be easily transported and launched from different locations.
