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Tarkash

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Context:

The India-U.S joint exercise in conducting coordinated operations in urban counter terrorism contingencies concluded in Kolkata.

Tarkash

●The word "Tarkash" translates to "Quiver" in English, symbolizing the readiness of the Indian Army to respond swiftly and effectively to any security threats.

●It is held between the elite National Security Guard (NSG) and the U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF).

●It was the seventh edition of the Indo-U.S. joint counter terrorism exercise ”Tarkash”

Objectives

●The primary objective of Exercise Tarkash is to enhance the operational preparedness and combat capabilities of the Indian Army.

●It aims to improve coordination, interoperability, and communication among different units of the Indian Army.

Source:

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-us-joint-exercise-to-counter-urban-terrorism-contingencies-to-conclude-in-kolkata-today/article68176069.ece

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q. Consider the following statements about exercise “Tarkash”

It is an India-Japan joint military exercise conducted for coordinated operations in various fields.
It aims to improve coordination, interoperability, and communication among different units of the Indian Army.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

A.1 only

B.2 only

C.Both

D.None

Answer: B)