Question

    What was India's Army-led rescue and relief mission in

    quake-hit Nepal in 2015 called?
    A Operation Maitri Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Operation Sahara Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Operation Raahat Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Operation Sukoon Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Operation Viraat Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Operation Maitri (English: Operation Amity) was a rescue and relief operation in Nepal by the government of India and Indian armed forces in the aftermath of the April 2015 Nepal earthquake. India's response was started within 15 minutes of the quake. It started on 26 April 2015 and also involved Nepali ex-servicemen from India's Gurkha Regiments for interface for guidance, relief and rescue.

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