Daily Defence Update - 11th May 2024 Defence Current Affairs

Current Affairs is a very important part of the defence exams like NDA, CDS, MNS, and AFCAT. Many candidates find it very difficult to prepare for current affairs as there is a lack of good sources of current affairs. Defence Guru is presenting another helpful initiative to cover defence current affairs for the NDA, CDS, MNS, and AFCAT exams. In this new series called Daily Defence Updates, we will be presenting daily defence current affairs covering all the major defence events within India as well as in other parts of the world. We will cover major geopolitical events also so as to prepare you for the SSB interview.

 

NATO Ramps Up Eastern European Presence In response to ongoing tensions with Russia, NATO has announced plans to significantly bolster its troop presence in Eastern European member states. This includes additional deployments to Poland, Lithuania, Estonia, Latvia, and Romania. The move signifies a hardening of NATO's stance and aims to deter potential Russian aggression in the region. Analysts predict this might further strain relations between NATO and Russia.

China Conducts Hypersonic Missile Test News emerged that China conducted a test of a new hypersonic missile capable of traveling at speeds exceeding Mach 5. These advanced weapons pose a significant challenge to traditional missile defense systems and raise concerns about a potential arms race between major powers. The US and Russia are also developing hypersonic technology, creating a new dimension to the strategic competition.

US and South Korea Resume Joint Military Drills The United States and South Korea have announced the resumption of large-scale joint military exercises, which had been scaled back in recent years to facilitate denuclearization talks with North Korea. North Korea has historically condemned these exercises, viewing them as a threat. The resumption could heighten tensions on the Korean Peninsula and raise questions about the future of denuclearization efforts.

India Successfully Test-Fires Agni-V Intercontinental Ballistic Missile India successfully test-fired its Agni-V intercontinental ballistic missile, demonstrating its growing missile capabilities. This missile has a reported range exceeding 5,000 km, putting parts of Europe and Africa within its potential reach. The test has strategic implications for regional power dynamics and highlights India's aspirations as a major military power.

UN Raises Concerns About Rising Global Military Spending The United Nations issued a report expressing concern over the continuous rise in global military spending. The report highlights the negative impact of high military budgets on social development and economic growth, particularly in developing countries. Increased military spending often comes at the expense of investments in education, healthcare, and infrastructure. The UN is urging nations to prioritize diplomacy and arms control measures to reduce global tensions and free up resources for development.

 

Question- 1. What is the primary reason behind NATO's decision to bolster its troop presence in Eastern European member states?

a) To facilitate peace talks with Russia

b) To deter potential Russian aggression in the region

c) To strengthen diplomatic ties with Eastern European countries

d) To support military interventions in the Middle East

Ans- To deter potential Russian aggression in the region

 

Question-2. What is the significance of China's recent hypersonic missile test?

a) It signifies China's commitment to global disarmament efforts

b) It demonstrates China's technological advancements in missile defense systems

c) It poses a challenge to traditional missile defense systems and raises concerns about an arms race

d) It indicates China's intention to withdraw from international arms treaties

Ans- It poses a challenge to traditional missile defense systems and raises concerns about an arms race

 

Question-3. How has North Korea historically viewed the joint military exercises between the US and South Korea?

a) As a positive step towards regional stability

b) As an opportunity for military cooperation with the US

c) As a threat to its national security

d) As a chance for diplomatic engagement with South Korea

Ans- As a threat to its national security

 

Question-4. What is the strategic implication of India's successful test-fire of the Agni-V intercontinental ballistic missile?

a) It demonstrates India's commitment to global nuclear disarmament

b) It highlights India's aspirations for peaceful coexistence with neighboring countries

c) It showcases India's growing missile capabilities and military power

d) It signifies India's withdrawal from regional security agreements

Ans- It showcases India's growing missile capabilities and military power

 

Question-5. What concern did the United Nations express regarding global military spending?

a) The lack of military preparedness among developing countries

b) The negative impact on global arms trade

c) The diversion of resources away from social development and economic growth

d) The failure of military interventions to resolve international conflicts

Ans- The diversion of resources away from social development and economic growth