Which of the following statements about Exercise Mitra Shakti-2023 are correct?
- 1.This was a joint military Exercise between India and Bangladesh.
- 2.It commenced in Aundh (Pune).
- 3.Joint response during counter-terrorism operations was a goal of this operation.
- 4.The Indian Air Force was a part of this exercise.
Select the answer using the code given below:
- A.1, 2 and 3
- B.1, 2 and 4
- C.1, 3 and 4
- D.2, 3 and 4
▶ Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: D. 2, 3 and 4
Exercise Mitra Shakti is a bilateral joint military exercise conducted between India and Sri Lanka, aimed at enhancing tactical capabilities in counter-terrorism operations. The 2023 edition, held in Pune, involved elements of the Indian Army and Sri Lankan Army, focusing on joint response mechanisms in counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism scenarios. While elements of the Indian Army participated, the Indian Air Force was not a primary participant in this specific army-centric exercise.
Source: UPSC gs1 2024