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Detailed explanation-1: -Pinaka (from Sanskrit: , see Pinaka) is a multiple rocket launcher produced in India and developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Army.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Pinaka system has been developed by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and is manufactured by Indian private firms. The rocket system, which is currently in service with the Indian Army, can fire a salvo of 12 rockets in 44 seconds.

Detailed explanation-3: -The six Pinaka regiments on order by the army include 114 launchers with automated gun aiming and positioning system and 45 command posts and the project has more than 70% indigenous content.

Detailed explanation-4: -The correct answer is Rocket launcher systems. Key Points. Pinaka: Pinaka is an indigenous multi-barrel rocket launch system, which has been developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the Indian Army.

Detailed explanation-5: -Pinaka Mk-I (Enhanced) Rocket System (EPRS) and Pinaka Area Denial Munition (ADM) rocket systems have been successfully flight-tested by Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Army at Pokhran Firing Ranges. A total of 24 EPRS rockets were fired for different ranges during the last fortnight.