Question

DRDO has conducted the first successful flight test of Agni-5 missile equipped with MIRV technology. What is the full form of MIRV?

• A. Multiple Independently Targetable Re-Entry Vehicle
• B. Mission India Target Re-Entry Vehicle
• C. Multiple Independently Technology Re-Entry Vehicle
• D. Multiple Indirect Targetable Re-Entry Vehicle

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The full form of MIRV is Multiple Independently Targetable Re-Entry Vehicle.

Additional Context:

• MIRV technology allows a single missile to carry multiple nuclear warheads, each capable of hitting different targets.
• Key features of MIRV:
  • Enhances strike capability and penetrates missile defense systems
  • Each warhead can be programmed to hit separate targets (100s of km apart)
  • Significantly increases deterrence value
• About Agni-5 MIRV test:
  • Conducted by DRDO in March 2024
  • Makes India the 7th country with MIRV capability
  • Range: 5,000+ km (covers all of Asia and parts of Europe/Africa)
• Other options analysis:
  • Mission India Target Re-Entry Vehicle: Incorrect (not standard terminology)
  • Multiple Independently Technology Re-Entry Vehicle: Incorrect ("Technology" is wrong)
  • Multiple Indirect Targetable Re-Entry vehicle: Incorrect ("Indirect" is wrong)

Correct Answer: (1) Multiple Independently Targetable Re-Entry Vehicle.