What is the mission of the Admiral Grigorovich frigate?

• A. Minesweeping and harbor protection.
• B. Escort, air defense, and anti-submarine warfare.
• C. Coastal patrol and fisheries enforcement.
• D. Carrier strike and long-range air superiority.

Answer: (B)

Frigates are multi-role warships designed to protect larger ships and enable fleet operations by handling air and subsurface threats while keeping the group moving. The Admiral Grigorovich fits this role as a modern guided-missile frigate: its mission centers on escorting other vessels, providing air defense for the formation, and conducting anti-submarine warfare. These capabilities let it shield a task group from aerial and submarine threats while enabling sustained operations at sea.

Minesweeping and harbor protection are tasks for minesweepers or harbor guards; coastal patrol and fisheries enforcement are typical of coast guard or patrol vessels; carrier strike and long-range air superiority belong to aircraft carriers and their air wings. The described duties align best with the frigate’s core purpose, making the escort, air defense, and ASW focus the correct choice.