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Aatmanirbhar Bharat in Defence

PYQs

8

Articles

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Momentum

21

Phase IFoundation

Background

Overview

Crucial for national security, economic growth, and job creation, Aatmanirbhar Bharat in Defence is a key government initiative with significant implications for India's geopolitical standing and industrial base. It addresses strategic vulnerabilities and promotes domestic innovation.

Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-reliant India) is a vision articulated by the Prime Minister of India, aiming to make India a self-reliant nation across various sectors, including defence. In the defence sector, it focuses on reducing import dependence, boosting domestic manufacturing, and fostering indigenous design and development of military hardware.

Phase IIStatic core

Facts & tables

Key facts

Indigenous Content

Over 80% indigenous content in the Mahe-class ASW-SWC, INS Malvan.

Focus Areas

Expanding ecosystem of naval design, equipment, system integration, and shipbuilding.

Strategic Goal

Aims to reduce import dependence and enhance strategic autonomy in defence.

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Static syllabus anchors

TypeReference
Conceptual areaIndian Economy
Conceptual areaIndian Polity & Governance

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Institutions & roles

BodyRole
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)Implements
Phase IIIExam lens

Prelims angle

Overview

Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis

Prelims angle: Conceptual understanding

Quick revision

  • Core of Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision in defence.
  • Focus on indigenous design, development, and manufacturing.
  • Aims to reduce defence import dependence.
  • Boosts domestic industrial base and job creation.
  • Enhances strategic autonomy and national security.

High-confidence PYQs

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Indian EconomyIndian Polity & Governance

INDIAN NAVY COMMISSIONS INS MALVAN, THE SECOND OF THE MAHE-CLASS ANTI-SUBMARINE WARFARE SHALLOW WATER CRAFT

22 Jul 2026 · Aatmanirbhar Bharat in Defence aims to achieve self-reliance in military hardware production through indigenous design, development, and manufacturing, reducing import dependence and strengthening India's strategic autonomy.

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