Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

Which engine was initially developed by DRDO for LCA?

  1. saraswati

  2. ganga

  3. kaveri

  4. yamuna
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Explanation

DRDO's Gas Turbine Research Establishment (GTRE) developed the Kaveri engine specifically for India's Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas program. The Kaveri was an indigenous turbofan engine project aimed at achieving self-reliance in aero-engine technology. While it faced development challenges, it represents India's significant achievement in developing a modern gas turbine engine for fighter aircraft.

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