Syllabus: GS
Subject: Current Affairs
Topic: Institutions in news
Issue: Defence Acquisition Council.
Context: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approved major acquisitions.
Synopsis: Emphasis on procurement from Indian vendors and amendments to promote advanced technologies from start-ups and MSMEs.
Prelims Connect
| Defence Acquisition Council (DAC):
§  DAC is the top procurement body chaired by the Defence Minister. §  Members: Chief of Defence Staff, Army, Navy, Air Force chiefs. §  Formed post-2001 reforms after the Kargil War. §  To expedite armed forces’ procurement. |
