1. HAMMER is a weapon system built for the Rafale fighter aircraft.
2. SCALP cruise missile is also known as Storm Shadow.
3. BrahMos missiles are built under a joint venture between India and Russia.
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Fact Check: The SCALP missile is commonly known by another name. SCALP, which stands for *Système de Croisière Autonome à Longue Portée Emporté et de Désignation*, is the French designation for the missile. In the United Kingdom and other countries, it is known as the Storm Shadow missile. Both names refer to the same long-range, stealthy, air-launched cruise missile. Therefore, this statement is accurate.
This section provides a detailed analysis of the statements concerning India's military arsenal, focusing on specific weapon systems like HAMMER, SCALP/Storm Shadow, and BrahMos missiles.
Fact Check: The HAMMER (Highly Agile Modular Munition Extended Range) weapon system is indeed integrated with the Rafale fighter aircraft. Developed by Safran Electronics & Defense, HAMMER is an air-to-ground munition designed for high precision strikes. India's acquisition of the Rafale fighter jets includes their capability to deploy these advanced weapons, making this statement correct.
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