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MCQs - 2026-03

2541.
The French Navy's participation in 'Varuna' included:
A Only submarines
B An aircraft carrier, destroyers, and support vessels
C Only maritime patrol aircraft
D Amphibious assault ships
2542.
Which of the following areas saw an exchange of expertise during 'Varuna'?
A Agricultural technology
B Naval aviation and special forces operations
C Urban planning
D Telecommunications infrastructure
2543.
The successful conduct of 'Varuna' reinforces their commitment to a:
A Closed and exclusive maritime order
B Free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific
C Regionally dominated maritime system
D Militarized and contested maritime space
2544.
Both India and France share common interests in ensuring freedom of navigation and security in which region?
A North Atlantic
B South China Sea
C Indo-Pacific
D Arctic
2545.
The exercise underscores the deepening strategic partnership between India and France, particularly in the:
A Land warfare domain
B Space exploration sector
C Maritime domain
D Cyber security domain
2546.
Which of the following maritime operations was NOT explicitly mentioned as a focus of 'Varuna'?
A Anti-submarine warfare
B Air defense
C Surface warfare
D Arctic exploration
2547.
Which of the following types of assets participated in the 2026 edition of 'Varuna'?
A Only fighter aircraft
B Advanced warships, submarines, and maritime patrol aircraft
C Only transport ships
D Specialized cyber warfare units
2548.
What is the primary aim of the 'Varuna' exercise?
A To conduct joint disaster relief operations
B To enhance interoperability and coordination between the Indian and French Navies
C To train for amphibious landings
D To practice electronic warfare tactics
2549.
In which sea did the 2026 edition of 'Varuna' conclude?
A Bay of Bengal
B Mediterranean Sea
C Arabian Sea
D Indian Ocean
2550.
What is the name of the India-France bilateral naval exercise?
A Malabar
B Desert Knight
C Varuna
D Gagan Shakti