The BIS recently introduced a national standard to test and assess bomb disposal systems. Which of t

Question

The BIS recently introduced a national standard to test and assess bomb disposal systems. Which of the following statements with regard to this system is/are correct? 1. The new standard is known as IS 19445:2025. 2. It will improve interoperability of equipment across agencies. 3. It was developed by TBRL, DRDO in collaboration with the 30th Central Scientific Research Institute, Russia.

Accepted Answer

Statement 1 is correct — India's first dedicated bomb disposal system standard was designated IS 19445:2025 (notified December 2025). Statement 2 is correct — it brings uniformity to testing/procurement, improving safety, reliability, and interoperability across Armed Forces, CAPFs, NSG, and State Police. Statement 3 is incorrect — it was developed by BIS at MHA's request with DRDO's TBRL; there was no Russian collaboration.