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Flashcards on Evolution of Indian Air Force
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When was the Indian Air Force established?
8 October 1932
What was the Indian Air Force's original name?
Royal Indian Air Force
In which year did India become a republic, leading to the removal of the prefix 'Royal' from the Indian Air Force?
1950
Which war was the first major conflict in which the IAF was involved?
World War II
During which conflict did the Indian Air Force play a crucial role, gaining superiority in the air?
Indo-Pakistani War of 1971
What is the main responsibility of the Indian Air Force?
To secure Indian airspace and to conduct aerial warfare
What is the operation name for the Indian Air Force's relief missions after the 2004 Tsunami?
Operation Rainbow
What is the rank of the chief of the Indian Air Force?
Air Chief Marshal
What is the name of the Indian Air Force's aerobatics team?
Surya Kiran
When did India introduce its first indigenously developed fighter jet?
2001
What is the name of India's first indigenously developed fighter jet?
Tejas
Which multinational exercise was hosted by the Indian Air Force in 2018, showcasing its might and cooperation with other countries?
Exercise Pitch Black
What is 'Garud' in the context of the Indian Air Force?
Special Forces Unit
During which operation did the IAF perform a historic air-lift of defense forces in 1947?
Operation Vijay (Goa Annexation)
Which aircraft is known as the 'backbone' of the Indian Air Force's cargo transport?
C-17 Globemaster
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In which year was the Indian Air Force originally established?
1930
1947
1932
1950
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What was removed from the Indian Air Force's name when India became a republic?
Indian
Royal
Air
Force
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Which war marked the IAF's first significant engagement?
Indo-China War
Kargil War
World War II
Indo-Pakistani War of 1947
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What is the rank of the chief of the Indian Air Force?
Air Commodore
Air Chief Marshal
Air Vice Marshal
Wing Commander
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What is the main role of the Indian Air Force?
To secure Indian airspace and to conduct aerial warfare
Coastal defense
Logistics support to the Army
VIP Transport
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What is the name of the IAF's aerobatic display team?
Surya Kiran
Tejas Lancers
Falcons
Akash Ganga
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Which aircraft is referred to as the 'backbone' of the IAF's transport fleet?
Il-76
C-17 Globemaster
An-32
C-130J Super Hercules
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India's first indigenously built fighter jet is named:
Mig-21
Tejas
Rafale
Mirage 2000
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What is 'Garud' in relation to the IAF?
Special Forces Unit
Surveillance Aircraft
Fighter Jet
Helicopter Squadron
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What was the name of the IAF operation that provided assistance after the 2004 Tsunami?
Operation Rainbow
Operation Meghdoot
Operation Cactus
Operation Vijay
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