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2016

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which country has unveiled S-300 missile system parts at army parade
A
Russia
B
China
C
Iran
D
US
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The S-300 (NATO reporting name SA-10 Grumble) is a series of long-range surface-to-air missile systems developed and operated by the former Soviet Union, now fielded by the militaries of Russia, Ukraine, and other former Eastern Bloc countries. It was produced by NPO Almaz, based on the initial S-300P version.

Detailed explanation-2: -Before the invasion, Ukraine had about 250 S-300 systems, according to the International Institute for Strategic Studies. Several more have been delivered since then, as part of military aid. It remains unclear how many have been destroyed by Russian missiles.

Detailed explanation-3: -With the heightening of tensions in the region, and in response to Pakistan’s deployment of M-11 missiles bought from China, the Indian Government in August 1995 procured six batteries of S-300 Surface-to-air missiles to protect New Delhi and other cities.

Detailed explanation-4: -S-300 missiles – 87% Produced since the beginning of the war-0; Used – 1020; Remaining-6980.

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