India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise GARUD SHAKTI 24 is being conducted

Current Context: The India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise, GARUD SHAKTI 24, is the ninth edition of this bilateral exercise.

• It is being conducted from November 1 to 12, 2024, in Cijantung, Jakarta, Indonesia.
• The exercise involves the Indian Army's Parachute Regiment (Special Forces) and the Indonesian Special Forces unit, Kopassus.
• The purpose of this exercise is to enhance mutual understanding, cooperation, and interoperability between the two special forces units.
• During GARUD SHAKTI 24, the participants engage in various tactical drills, jungle warfare training, and counter-terrorism operations.
• These activities help both forces to learn from each other's best practices and improve their capabilities in dealing with diverse security challenges.

Question:

1 What is the name of the ninth edition of the India-Indonesia joint special forces exercise?

• A) GARUD SHAKTI
• B) SAMPRITI
• C) VARUNA
• D) SURYA KIRAN

Answer: A) The India-Indonesia Joint Special Forces Exercise, GARUD SHAKTI 24, is the ninth edition of this bilateral exercise. It is being conducted from November 1 to 12, 2024, in Cijantung, Jakarta, Indonesia.