Coastal security exercise 'Sagar Kavach'

Current Context: The Indian Coast Guard successfully conducted the Coastal Security Exercise 'Sagar Kavach' on October 16-17, 2024, in Gujarat and the Union Territory of Daman & Diu.

• This exercise aimed to enhance maritime security by testing and improving the collective response of various agencies to maritime threats such as infiltration, smuggling, piracy, and natural disasters.
• The exercise involved the participation of the Indian Navy, State Police, Marine Police, BSF, National Security Guard, GMB, Fisheries, Intelligence Bureau, Port authorities, and CISF.
• The drill focused on validating standard operating procedures (SOPs) and achieving effective patrolling along the coastline.

Question:

1 Which Indian state and Union Territory hosted the Coastal Security Exercise 'Sagar Kavach' conducted by the Indian Coast Guard on October 16-17, 2024?

• A) Kerala and Lakshadweep
• B) Gujarat and Daman & Diu
• C) Maharashtra and Goa
• D) Tamil Nadu and Puducherry

Answer: B) The Indian Coast Guard conducted the 'Sagar Kavach' exercise in Gujarat and the Union Territory of Daman & Diu.