UPSC Prelims 2026 Question:

Which of the following items of defence hardware is/are manufactured in India?

1. Su-30 MKI Fighter Jets 
2. T-90 MK-III Tanks 
3. Akula Class Submarine

 

Select the answer using the code given below: 

Answer: 1

Explanation: 

India manufactures several major defence platforms through indigenous production or licensed production  arrangements.  

• Su-30 MKI fighter jets are manufactured in India by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited under licence  production. HAL’s Nasik division has been associated with manufacture of Su-30 MKI aircraft, while  other HAL divisions support related engine and component production. So, point 1 is correct. 
• T-90 tanks, also known in India as Bhishma, are manufactured in India by Heavy Vehicles Factory,  Avadi, under Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited. They are part of India’s licensed production and  armoured vehicle manufacturing capability. So, point 2 is correct. 
• Akula-class submarines are Russian nuclear-powered attack submarines. India has operated Akula class submarines on lease from Russia, but they are not manufactured in India. So, point 3 is not correct.

Therefore, option (1) is the correct answer.