Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Dharma Guardian military exercise:
1.It is a joint military exercise between India and Russia.
2.The 2025 edition of exercise is being conducted at Rajasthan, India.
3.It strengthens defence ties as both countries share security concerns in the Indo-Pacific region.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanations –
Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect. Dharma Guardian is a joint military exercise between India and Japan. The exercise focuses on enhancing defence cooperation and interoperability between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF). The 2025 edition of Dharma Guardian is being conducted at the East Fuji Training Area in Japan from February 24 to March 9, 2025. The previous edition (2024) was held in Rajasthan, India.
Statement 3 is correct. Dharma Guardian strengthens defence ties between India and Japan, focusing on shared concerns like regional security, counter-terrorism, and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Both nations advocate for a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific.
Source: DD News
