INS Triput: India's Latest Talwar-Class Frigate

INS TRIPUT

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Context:

INS Triput is the latest addition to the Indian Navy's fleet of Talwar-class frigates.
Launched on July 23, 2024, by the Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), this vessel marks a significant step forward in India's naval capabilities.
INS Triput, along with its sister ships, is a product of the Indo-Russian collaboration under the Talwar-class frigate project, highlighting the strategic partnership between India and Russia.

About INS Triput

The first indigenously built Talwar-class frigate, 'Triput,' is part of a deal between India and Russia signed in October 2016 to acquire four Admiral Grigorovich class stealth frigates. Two ships, 'Tushil' and 'Tamal,' will be imported, while the remaining two, including 'Triput,' will be constructed in India by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) through a transfer of technology (ToT). The Indian Navy already operates six Talwar-class ships: INS Talwar, INS Trishul, INS Tabar, INS Teg, INS Tarkash, and INS Trikand.

Key Features:

Dimensions	●Length: 124 meters, Width: 15.5 meters
Propulsion	●Four gas turbines
Maximum Speed	●28 Knots
Displacement	●Approximately 3200 tons
Hull Design	●Reduces radar cross-section, enhancing stealth capabilities
Weapons and Sensors	●State-of-the-art combination, Integrated Platform and Bridge Management System, and other advanced features
Air Defence Capability	●Vertical launch long range Surface to Air missile system to counter enemy aircraft and anti-ship cruise missiles
Indigenous Systems	●Power generation and distribution system, AC, Steering System, and Stabilisers developed by private industry
Missiles	●Armed with Russian-made Klub-N anti-ship missiles or BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles

Talwar-class Frigates

The Talwar-class frigates are a series of stealthy guided-missile frigates designed for the Indian Navy.
These warships combine stealth features with advanced weaponry and sensors, offering a blend of firepower, survivability, and versatility.
The Talwar-class frigates are equipped to perform a variety of roles, including anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare, and air defense.

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Source:

https://swarajyamag.com/defence/goa-shipyard-launches-advanced-talwar-class-frigate-triput-as-russia-prepares-to-deliver-first-ship-tushil-in-september

PRACTICE QUESTION

Consider the following statements regarding INS Triput:

INS Triput is the first indigenously built Talwar-class frigate by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL).
It features an advanced vertical launch long range Surface to Air missile system for air defence.
INS Triput is powered by nuclear propulsion systems.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A.1 and 2 only

B.2 and 3 only

C.1 and 3 only

D.1, 2 and 3

Answer: A