Match List-I with List-II and choose the correct answer using the code given below.

List-I  (Military Exercise)	List-II  (Countries)
A. SIMBEX	I. India and Nepal
B. INDRA	II. India and Russia
C. Suryakiran	III. India and Indonesia
D. GARUDA SHAKTI	IV. India and Singapore

The correct answer is option 2.Key Points

Exercise SIMBEX:

• The Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) is an annual exercise conducted by the Indian Navy and Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) since 1994.
• It aims to enhance interoperability and mutual understanding between the two navies, as well as develop skills in various maritime operations.
• The exercise typically consists of a harbor phase for planning and interaction, and a sea phase for live drills.
• SIMBEX is considered the longest uninterrupted naval exercise India has with any other country, and it reflects the close strategic partnership between India and Singapore.

Exercise INDRA:

• The INDRA series of exercises began in 2003 and was conducted as a bilateral naval exercise alternately between India and Russia.
• However, the first joint Tri-Services Exercise was conducted in 2017.
• Exercise INDRA-21 will further strengthen mutual confidence and interoperability between the Indian & Russian Armies and enable sharing of best practices between the contingents of both countries.

Exercise SURYAKIRAN:

• Surya Kiran is a bilateral military exercise conducted annually between the Indian Army and the Nepal Army.
• It began in 2011, aiming to strengthen military cooperation and interoperability between the two nations.
• The exercise is held alternately in India and Nepal, showcasing different terrains and challenges.
• The 17th edition of Surya Kiran was held in Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India, from November 24 to December 7, 2023.

Exercise GARUDA SHAKTI:

• Garuda Shakti is a bilateral exercise between the special forces of the armies of India and Indonesia.
• This joint military exercise is a part of India and Indonesia's defence cooperation.
• The bilateral military exercise between India and Indonesia started in 2012.