INS Shivalik is participating in the Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC)-24

Current Context: The Indian Navy's INS Shivalik is indeed participating in the Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC)-24, currently underway in Hawaii from 27th June.

• It's a multinational naval exercise involving 29 countries and a great opportunity for the Indian Navy to showcase its capabilities and foster international cooperation.
• Here's some additional information you might find interesting:
• INS Shivalik is an indigenously designed and built, 6000-ton guided-missile stealth frigate.
• RIMPAC-24 is the world's largest international maritime exercise and focuses on building relationships, improving interoperability, and contributing to regional stability.

Question:

1. How many countries are participating in RIMPAC-24?

• A) 10
• B) 20
• C) 29
• D) 45

Answer: C) It's a multinational naval exercise involving 29 countries and a great opportunity for the Indian Navy to showcase its capabilities and foster international cooperation.