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[pib] Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24

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Prelims level: Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24

Why in the News?

The Indian Army contingent has departed for Cijantung, Jakarta, Indonesia to take part in the 9th edition of India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24.

Note: 

  • Exercise Garuda is a bilateral air force exercise between the Indian Air Force and the French Air and Space Force.
  • Exercise Shakti is a biennial training event conducted alternatively in India and France.

About Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24

Details
What is it? A bilateral joint special forces exercise between India and Indonesia aimed at enhancing military cooperation.

Held alternatively in India and Indonesia.

History Initiated in 2012 as part of defense cooperation between India and Indonesia.
Objectives • Enhance mutual understanding and cooperation between special forces
• Share best practices and experiences in counter-terrorism
• Conduct joint operations and drills to improve interoperability
Activities • Joint planning and execution of special operations
• Orientation on advanced special forces skills
• Sharing information on weapons, tactics, and techniques
• Operations practice in diverse terrains
• Cultural exchanges between troops
Significance • Strengthens bilateral relations
• Fosters trust between India and Indonesia
• Contributes to regional security and addresses terrorism challenges
• Enhances operational capabilities of both armies
Recent Edition Ninth Edition (2024): Scheduled from November 1 to 12, focusing on enhancing understanding, cooperation, and interoperability.

 

PYQ:

[2024] Which of the following statements about the Exercise Mitra Shakti-2023 is/ are correct?

  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 and 4

(c) 1 and 4

(d) 2, 3 and 4

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