Question

    Which city hosted the Malabar International Naval Exercise 2024?

    A Bengaluru Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B New Delhi Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Chennai Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Visakhapatnam Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Malabar International Naval Exercise 2024 was conducted in Visakhapatnam, hosting naval forces from the QUAD nations—Australia, Japan, and the United States—from October 8 to 18. This marine and harbor exercise emphasized Indo-Pacific cooperation and featured Indian naval assets like guided missile destroyers and submarines. Originating in 1992 as a bilateral drill between the U.S. and India, Malabar has evolved into a significant multilateral exercise, enhancing regional maritime security and cooperation.

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