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Exercise : Defence - Latest Current Affairs
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1.
Off the coast of which city is the 10th National Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-X) being conducted by the Indian Coast Guard?
Mumbai
Visakhapatnam
Chennai
Kochi
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 10th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-X) is being conducted by the Indian Coast Guard off the Chennai coast in Tamil Nadu. This biennial exercise tests India’s preparedness and response capabilities for large-scale marine oil spills, involving multiple national and international stakeholders. Key objectives include evaluating inter-agency coordination, demonstrating technological innovations in pollution control, and strengthening maritime environmental governance. The exercise deploys pollution control vessels, aircraft, and specialised equipment, highlighting India’s commitment to safeguarding its 7,500 km coastline and Exclusive Economic Zone while enhancing global cooperation in marine environmental protection.

2.
Which country is participating with India in Exercise Konkan 2025 to enhance maritime cooperation?
United Kingdom
Norway
Japan
United States
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Exercise Konkan 2025 is a joint maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy of the United Kingdom, held from 5 to 12 October off India’s western coast. The exercise aims to strengthen interoperability, enhance maritime security, and reinforce the India–UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership under Vision 2035. It involves complex drills, including anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare, with deployment of aircraft carriers, submarines, and other frontline naval assets from both nations. The UK’s participation underscores its strategic engagement in the Indo-Pacific region and its commitment to regional stability.

3.
Which country hosted the Exercise Pacific Reach 2025 (XPR-25) where the Indian Navy showcased its submarine rescue capability?
Singapore
Japan
Australia
Indonesia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Exercise Pacific Reach 2025 (XPR-25) was hosted by the Republic of Singapore Navy and witnessed the Indian Navy demonstrating its advanced submarine rescue capabilities. This event was particularly significant as it marked the first time India’s Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) performed a dive outside the Indian Ocean Region. Conducted aboard INS Nistar by the Submarine Rescue Unit (East), the exercise involved multiple successful rescue trials, showcasing India’s operational proficiency and strengthening regional naval cooperation. Singapore’s role as host highlights its strategic position in fostering maritime partnerships across the Indo-Pacific region.

4.
In which Indian state was Exercise ‘Drone Kavach’ conducted by the Indian Army in September 2025?
Arunachal Pradesh
Sikkim
Nagaland
Mizoram
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Exercise ‘Drone Kavach’ was conducted by the Spear Corps of the Indian Army in the forward areas of Eastern Arunachal Pradesh from September 25 to 28, 2025. The four-day exercise focused on next-generation drone warfare and counter-drone technologies, involving the Indian Army and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP). It tested tactical maneuvers, target acquisition, and neutralization techniques, enhancing operational readiness in sensitive border regions. The exercise underscores the Army’s commitment to modernization, technology integration, and preparedness for multi-domain battlefield scenarios, while also reflecting the strategic importance of Arunachal Pradesh in national defence and security.

5.
Who inaugurated the National Conclave 2025 on Ex-Servicemen Welfare organised by the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DESW)?
Amit Shah
Nirmala Sitharaman
S. Jaishankar
Rajnath Singh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The National Conclave 2025 on Ex-Servicemen Welfare was inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The two-day conclave was organised by the Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare (DESW) with the theme “Viksit Bharat and Ex-Servicemen Welfare.” It brought together representatives from Rajya Sainik Boards and Zila Sainik Boards across India to discuss welfare measures for ex-servicemen and their families. By inaugurating this event, Rajnath Singh emphasised the government’s continued commitment to ensuring social security, rehabilitation, and respect for veterans who have served the nation, reinforcing the importance of their role in building a stronger and more developed India.