Which one among the following Joint Military Exercises was NOT conducted between India and USA?

The correct answer is Varuna.

Key Points

• Varuna is a bilateral naval exercise between the navies of India and France.
• It was first initiated in 1983 and has been conducted annually to strengthen maritime cooperation.
• The exercise included various naval operations such as anti-submarine warfare, anti-air warfare, and anti-surface warfare.
• Varuna aims to enhance interoperability and promote mutual understanding between the two navies.
• The exercise is named after the Vedic god of water, Varuna, symbolizing the maritime domain.

Additional Information

• Yudh Abhyas
  • It is an annual joint military exercise between the Indian and US armies.
  • The exercise focuses on counter-terrorism operations and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR).
  • It enhances the operational capabilities of both armies and strengthens bilateral defense cooperation.
• Vajra Prahar
  • This is a joint military exercise between the special forces of India and the USA.
  • It focuses on counter-terrorism operations, high-altitude warfare, and reconnaissance missions.
  • The exercise aims to enhance interoperability and share best practices between the special forces.
• Malabar
  • Malabar is a trilateral naval exercise involving India, the USA, and Japan.
  • It began as a bilateral exercise between India and the USA in 1992 and later included Japan.
  • The exercise focuses on maritime security, anti-submarine warfare, and aerial combat operations.