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Download Solution PDFWhich one among the following Joint Military Exercises was NOT conducted between India and USA?
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Option 4 : Varuna
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Varuna.
Key Points
- Varuna is a bilateral naval exercise between the navies of India and France.
- It was first initiated in 1983 and has been conducted annually to strengthen maritime cooperation.
- The exercise included various naval operations such as anti-submarine warfare, anti-air warfare, and anti-surface warfare.
- Varuna aims to enhance interoperability and promote mutual understanding between the two navies.
- The exercise is named after the Vedic god of water, Varuna, symbolizing the maritime domain.
Additional Information
- Yudh Abhyas
- It is an annual joint military exercise between the Indian and US armies.
- The exercise focuses on counter-terrorism operations and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR).
- It enhances the operational capabilities of both armies and strengthens bilateral defense cooperation.
- Vajra Prahar
- This is a joint military exercise between the special forces of India and the USA.
- It focuses on counter-terrorism operations, high-altitude warfare, and reconnaissance missions.
- The exercise aims to enhance interoperability and share best practices between the special forces.
- Malabar
- Malabar is a trilateral naval exercise involving India, the USA, and Japan.
- It began as a bilateral exercise between India and the USA in 1992 and later included Japan.
- The exercise focuses on maritime security, anti-submarine warfare, and aerial combat operations.
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