Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 08, 2025

Statement 1 is correct: DAP 2020 categorizes capital acquisition into ‘Buy (Indian)’, ‘Buy & Make (Indian)’, ‘Make’, and ‘Strategic Partnership’ models to boost indigenous development and production.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The indigenous content requirement varies across categories in DAP 2020 and it is not uniformly 70%. Specific percentages are determined based on the complexity and criticality of the equipment.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is not an independent body, but a highlevel committee chaired by the Defence Minister and is part of the Ministry of Defence.

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is the primary agency responsible for research and development of defence technologies in India. Its laboratories develop new technologies and systems, which are then transferred internally to the Indian Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force) for induction and operational use. While licensing agreements and joint ventures can play roles, the direct transfer from DRDO to the services is a core mechanism.

The Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO) was established to facilitate innovation and indigenization in the defence sector. The Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) specifically includes provisions for Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX), which is a platform for startups to address defence challenges. The Defence Industrial Corridors are also aimed at boosting domestic defence manufacturing and attracting private investment, including from startups.

Statement I is incorrect: While the Tejas LCA is a significant indigenous achievement, its fly-by-wire flight control system, though largely designed by ADA, involved crucial technological assistance and collaboration with foreign entities, particularly during its developmental stages.

Statement II is correct: The BrahMos missile is a prime example of successful Indo-Russian defence cooperation, with significant contributions from both sides in terms of technology, design, and production.

Statement 1 is correct: Modern defence systems are highly intricate and often rely on a global supply chain for specialized components, which poses a significant hurdle for complete indigenous development and production.

Statement 2 is correct: While the private defence sector is growing, many Indian private companies still face challenges in terms of investment capacity and advanced technological expertise required for complex defence projects.

Statement 3 is correct: A well-developed testing and certification infrastructure is crucial for validating the performance and reliability of defence equipment. Its absence or inadequacy can significantly impede the indigenization process and the acceptance of domestically developed systems.

Statement 4 is incorrect: Despite significant progress, India still relies on imports for certain critical defence technologies and platforms. Complete self-reliance across all areas remains a long-term goal.