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

Question

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. 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 1

(d) 2, 3 and 4

Explanation:

• This was a joint military exercise between India and Bangladesh: Incorrect. Exercise Mitra Shakti is a joint military exercise between India and Sri Lanka, not Bangladesh.

• It commenced in Aundh (Pune): Correct. Exercise Mitra Shakti-2023 was held in Aundh, Pune.

• Joint response during counter-terrorism operations was a goal of this operation: Correct. One of the primary objectives of Exercise Mitra Shakti is to enhance interoperability and cooperation in counter-terrorism operations.

• Indian Air Force was a part of this exercise: Correct. The Indian Air Force participated in the exercise along with the ground forces.

Therefore, the correct answer is (d) 2, 3 and 4.