Which of the following statements are correct in respect of ‘Talisman Sabre Exercise - 2023’?
1. USA and France have initiated the ‘Talisman Sabre Exercise - 2023’
2. It is a joint military exercise of the two countries
3. This Exercise is held every four years
4. India attended as an Observer to this military exercise

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  1. 2 and 4
  2. 1 and 3
  3. 3 and 4
  4. 2 and 3

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Option 1 : 2 and 4
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The Correct answer is Option 1. 

Key Points

  •  The 'Talisman Sabre Exercise' is a biennial (held every two years) joint military exercise primarily between the United States and Australia, not France. Other countries, including Japan, the UK, and others, may participate, but France is not one of the initiating countries.
  • Talisman Sabre' is a joint military exercise, primarily between the United States and Australia, which includes complex training activities to enhance the combat readiness and interoperability between the forces of the participating countries.
  • The 'Talisman Sabre Exercise' is held every two years (biennially), not every four years.
  • India participated as an observer in the 'Talisman Sabre Exercise - 2023', showcasing the growing defense and strategic cooperation between India and other participating nations. Hence Option 1 is correct. 
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