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4 July 2026

DAC approval for defence acquisitions

The Defence Acquisition Council is a key institutional mechanism for India's defence indigenization and modernization, making its procurement decisions highly relevant for GS3 questions on technology and security.

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Notes

  • The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by the Defence Minister, granted Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for defence procurement worth ₹52,000 crore.
  • The procurement aims to enhance operational capabilities across the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
  • Army acquisitions: Akash Tarang (Anti-UAV Electronic Warfare System), MPATGM (Man Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile), MRSAM (Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile), V-SHORADS (Very Short Range Air Defence Systems), Active Protection Systems for tanks, and jet-based Kamikaze drones.
  • Navy acquisitions: Multi Influence Ground Mines (MIGM), Naval Shipborne Unmanned Aerial Systems (NSUAS), and a Land Based Testing Facility (LBTF) for Electric Propulsion Systems.
  • Air Force acquisitions: Fixed-Wing High Altitude Pseudo Satellites (FW-HAPS) to enhance operational reach.

Questions

  1. Discuss the role of the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) in streamlining the procurement process and enhancing the operational readiness of the Indian Armed Forces. 150 words
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  2. The integration of advanced electronic warfare systems and unmanned aerial platforms is critical for modernizing India's defence architecture. Analyze the strategic significance of these technologies in the context of contemporary security challenges. 250 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following systems was approved by the DAC primarily to provide protection against hostile drones?

  2. What is the primary purpose of the Fixed-Wing High Altitude Pseudo Satellites (FW-HAPS) approved for the Indian Air Force?

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