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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 29

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 2 Feb 2022 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q29

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A bilateral naval exercise called 'Konkan 2021' between the navies of India and ______ was held in August 2021 in the English Channel.

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Correct answer: D

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The correct answer is option 4 i.e. UK.

  • The naval exercise ‘Konkan 2021’, involving the Indian Navy and the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy, was held in the English Channel in August 2021.
  • The exercise involved the Indian Navy’s INS Tabar and the Royal Navy’s HMS Westminster.
  • Launched in 2004, the Konkan series is conducted alternately by both navies and has grown steadily in scope and complexity.
  • The 2021 edition included coordinated anti-submarine warfare operations, firing exercises, and the exchange of maritime situational awareness. Helicopters and electronic warfare aircraft from both sides also took part, enhancing interoperability and strengthening naval cooperation.