Question: Which of the following is the first indigenously developed pilotless target aircraft?
A UAV-X
B Icarus
C Lakshya
D SkyMaster
Answer: Lakshya
| Aspect | Description |
| Name of pilotless target aircraft | Lakshya |
| Developed By | Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO) |
| Purpose | Pilotless Target Aircraft for Training and Testing |
| Type | Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) |
| First Developed | 1985 |
| Designed For | Target Practice and Evaluation of Anti-Aircraft Systems |
| Role | Target for Testing Anti-Aircraft Missiles and Artillery |
| Propulsion | Jet Engine |
| Endurance | Approximately 30 minutes |
| Speed | Variable, depending on mission requirements |
| Altitude | Up to 5,500 meters (18,000 feet) |
| Control System | Remote Control |
| Target Features | Realistic flight patterns and maneuvers |
| Launch Method | Ground-based launcher or aircraft-based launcher |
| Importance | Signified India’s capabilities in developing UAVs for military purposes |
| Status | Active |