INS Malpe and INS Mulki
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Context:
In Kerala, two indigenously designed and constructed Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Watercrafts built for the Indian Navy were launched at the Cochin Shipyard.
Details
Feature |
Description |
Built by |
Cochin Shipyard Ltd. |
Indigenous Content |
80%. |
Naming |
Vessels are named after two important ports along India's coastline—Malpe and Mulki, following the Navy's tradition of naming such crafts after strategically significant ports. |
Part of the Mahe-class |
These ships are part of the Mahe-class, continuing the legacy of the erstwhile minesweepers used by the Indian Navy for coastal defense. |
Purpose |
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Equipment |
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Size and Load Displacement |
Length of 78 m, breadth of 11 m, and a full load displacement of 900 t. |
Speed |
Maximum speed of 25 knots. |
Other Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Watercrafts |
INS Mahe, INS Malwan, INS Mangrol. |
Anti-submarine warfare |
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Source:
PRACTICE QUESTIONQ. With reference to INS Malpe and INS Mulki, consider the following statements:
Which of the above statement/s is/are incorrect? A. 1 only B. 2 only C. Both 1 and 2 D. Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: C Explanation: Both Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect The Indian Navy has launched two new anti-submarine warfare vessels, Malpe and Mulki, as part of its effort to bolster coastal defense capabilities. Built by Cochin Shipyard Ltd. These are indigenously, (around 80% indigenous content) designed and constructed Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Watercrafts built for the Indian Navy. |