Consider the following statements: 1. The navies of India and South Africa have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in submarine rescue. 2. The Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) is a specialized vehicle capable of rescuing submarine crew members from depths of up to 650 meters. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements:
1. The navies of India and South Africa have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in submarine rescue.
2. The Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) is a specialized vehicle capable of rescuing submarine crew members from depths of up to 650 meters.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Indian and South African navies have signed an agreement to improve cooperation in submarine rescue operations, ensuring mutual support and safety for submarine crews in distress. Under this agreement, the Indian Navy will provide assistance by deploying its Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) when needed. The DSRV can operate at depths of up to 650 meters and is designed to rescue crew members from disabled submarines.

Source: The Hindu

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