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GS3 · Security5 Jul 2026 · The Hindu — National

After Operation Sindoor, trust in ‘made-in-India’ defence platforms got enhanced: Rajnath Singh

Rajnath Singh reiterated that "today, our defence production has reached over ₹1.78 lakh crore, and about 8-9 years ago, it stood at approximately ₹46,000 crore"

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Mains Practice Question

Discuss the implications of increased defence production for India's national security and economic growth, as highlighted by Rajnath Singh’s statement regarding the ₹1.78 lakh crore figure.

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According to the news article, what specific year did Rajnath Singh mention as a key reference point for defence production growth?

  • A.2015
  • B.2017
  • C.2019
  • D.2021

The text states that about 8-9 years ago, defence production was at approximately ₹46,000 crore.

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