The 11th edition of ‘Exercise KHANJAR’ commenced in Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh

Current Context: The 11th edition of the India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR has indeed commenced at the Special Forces Training School in Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh.

• The exercise is scheduled to be conducted from 22nd January to 3rd February 2024.
• It is an annual event conducted alternatively in both countries.
• The Indian Army contingent comprising 20 personnel is being represented by troops from The Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) and the Kyrgyzstan contingent comprising 20 personnel is represented by the Scorpion Brigade.
• The exercise aims to exchange experiences and best practices in Counter Terrorism and Special Forces Operations in Built-up Areas and Mountainous Terrain under Chapter VII of United Nations Charter.

Question:

Q.1 Where is the 11th edition of ‘Exercise KHANJAR’ being conducted?
a. Special Forces Training School in Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh
b. Special Forces Training School in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
c. Special Forces Training School in Manali, Himachal Pradesh
d. Special Forces Training School in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh