Question

Match the pairs about Armed Forces Exercises during 2016:

Exercise	Between
a. Shakti	I. India and Sri Lanka
b. Indra	II. India and the U.S.A
c. Yudh Abhyas	III. India and Russia
d. Mitra Shakti	IV. India and France

1. a - IV, b - III, c - II, d - I
2. a - I, b - II, c - III, d - IV
3. a - IV, b - I, c - II, d - III
4. a - II, b - IV, c - I, d - III

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : a - IV, b - III, c - II, d - I

The Correct Answer is a - IV, b - III, c - II, d - I.

• The Shakti Exercise is a bilateral exercise between the Indian and French armed powers.
• It is a biennial exercise held alternately in the two countries between the Indian and French armies. Exercise Shakti 2019 was held from 31 October to 13 November 2019 in Rajasthan.
• The 21st Sikh Regiment, on India's side, participated in this bilateral exercise.
• INDRA exercise is a joint, bi-annual military exercise initiated in 2003 by India and Russia.
• The task of this exercise is to improve cooperation and interoperability between the Russian and Indian navies.
• Pacific's Exercise Yudh Abhyas is a regularly scheduled bilateral exercise organised by the Indian and U.S. Armies.
• Since 2004, Yudh Abhyas has been instrumental in fostering cooperation between the two military forces, exchanging training, cultural exchanges, and developing joint operational skills.
• The aim of the exercise MITRA SHAKTI - 2019 is to send a clear message to all United Nations member nations of the intention, dedication and capacity of both India and Sri Lanka's military to preserve world peace and to uphold the mandate of the United Nations.