Science and Technology question from JKAS Prelims, 2018 by JKPSC
Nag Anti Tank Guided Missiles (ATGM) has been developed by which Indian organization?
Last updated May 30, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option A —
DRDO
Key Details About the Nag Missile
Developer: Developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under the historic Integrated Guided Missile Development Programme (IGMDP).
Type: It is a third-generation, "Fire-and-Forget" Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM).
Features:
It is equipped with an advanced Imaging Infrared (IIR) seeker that locks onto targets before launch.
It features top-attack capability, meaning it rises up and strikes the roof of an enemy tank, which is typically its most vulnerable and least armored part.
Variants:
Prospina: The land-based version operated from the NAMICA (Nag Missile Carrier) amphibious tracked vehicle.
Helina (Dhruvastra): The helicopter-launched variant designed for integration with the Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Rudra and Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) Prachand.
Overview of Other Organizations:
BARC (Bhabha Atomic Research Centre): India's premier nuclear research facility, headquartered in Trombay, Mumbai.
ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation): India's national space agency, responsible for space exploration and satellite launches.
HAL (Hindustan Aeronautics Limited): An aerospace and defence company that manufactures and assembles aircraft, helicopters, and related avionics.
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