Question

    Which nations' naval forces are participating in Exercise MALABAR 2023 alongside the Indian Navy, and what are the primary objectives of this exercise?

    A Indian Navy and US Navy (USN) only, aimed at bilateral anti-submarine warfare exercises Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Indian Navy, US Navy (USN), and South Korean Navy, focusing on coastal defense strategies Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Indian Navy, US Navy (USN), Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF), and Royal Australian Navy (RAN), aiming to enhance maritime security cooperation and interoperability Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Indian Navy, US Navy (USN), and Chinese Navy, focused on joint humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Indian Navy, US Navy (USN), and Russian Navy, concentrating on cyber warfare tactics Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Indian Navy's INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata to participate in Exercise MALABAR 2023 off Sydney from 11-21Aug 2023 and Joined by US Navy (USN), Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF), and Royal Australian Navy (RAN). MALABAR series began in 1992 as India-US bilateral exercise, now includes four major Indo-Pacific navies. 27th edition is being hosted by Royal Australian Navy (RAN). It is Conducted in two phases: Harbour Phase (cross-deck visits, exchanges, planning) and Sea Phase (anti-surface, anti-air, anti-submarine exercises). It Enhances interoperability, shares maritime security practices. INS Sahyadri (Project-17 class) and INS Kolkata (Project-15A class) are indigenously designed ships. About Australia Capital: Canberra                                        Currency: Australian dollar

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