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Question 43

What is "Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD)", sometimes seen in the news?

AOptions

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A) An Israeli radar system
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B) India's indigenous anti-missile programme
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C) An American anti-missile system
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D) A defence collaboration between Japan and South Korea

BSolution

THAAD stands for Terminal High Altitude Area Defense. It is an advanced anti-ballistic missile defense system designed and developed by the United States. Its primary purpose is to intercept and destroy short, medium, and intermediate-range ballistic missiles within or outside the atmosphere during their terminal phase of flight (the final stage as they descend toward their target). THAAD uses a "hit-to-kill" technology, meaning it destroys incoming missiles through direct impact, rather than using an explosive warhead.

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CStrategy

For questions on current events, particularly those related to defense technology or international security, it is important to identify the country of origin/development and the core function of the technology. Staying updated with global defense news and strategic developments is beneficial.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question falls under Current Events and Science & Technology (Defense Technology) / International Relations (Global Security).

EQuestion Analysis

Easy to Medium. THAAD has been a prominent topic in international news, particularly concerning its deployment in regions like South Korea.