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With reference to the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft ‘Androth’, consider the following statements:
1. The ship is named after an island in the Lakshadweep archipelago, reflecting India’s strategic focus on maritime security.
2. It is the first Indian naval warship to be powered by a nuclear propulsion system.
3. It is equipped with indigenous ASW rockets and advanced shallow-water SONAR for submarine detection in littoral zones.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
(a) 2 and 3 only
(b) 1 only
(c) 2 only
(d) 1 and 3 only
Explanation
The Indian Navy recently inducted a new anti-submarine warfare ship, enhancing its capabilities in littoral and maritime security operations.
Statement 1 is correct: The Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft ‘Androth’ is named after Androth Island in the Lakshadweep archipelago, symbolizing India’s commitment to protecting its maritime territories. The name underscores the Navy’s focus on littoral security, particularly around the Indian coastline and island regions in the Indian Ocean.
Statement 2 is not correct: The ‘Androth’ is powered by a diesel engine waterjet combination, making it the largest Indian naval warship with this propulsion system. Unlike strategic submarines such as INS Arihant, it does not use nuclear propulsion.
Statement 3 is correct: The Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft class, including ‘Androth’, is designed for anti-submarine warfare in shallow waters.
It is equipped with:
Indigenous ASW rockets
Lightweight torpedoes
Advanced shallow-water SONAR systems
These features enable effective submarine detection and engagement in littoral zones, which are shallow coastal waters where conventional ASW platforms may be less effective.
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