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Which of the following statements about Exercise Mitra Shakti-2023 are correct?

  1. 1.This was a joint military Exercise between India and Bangladesh.
  2. 2.It commenced in Aundh (Pune).
  3. 3.Joint response during counter-terrorism operations was a goal of this operation.
  4. 4.The Indian Air Force was a part of this exercise.

Select the answer using the code given below:

  1. A.1, 2 and 3
  2. B.1, 2 and 4
  3. C.1, 3 and 4
  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

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