Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR Initiative:
1.It is an initiative of the Indian Navy aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation and regional security in the Indian Ocean Region.
2.It includes participation from Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) member nations across the Indian Ocean Region.
3.The term SAGAR stands for “Security and Growth for Asia Region”.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation: 1 and 2 only
- The IOS SAGAR initiative reflects India’s maritime outreach under the SAGAR vision. It involves deployment of Indian naval ships for HADR operations, training, and cooperation with Indian Ocean countries. It includes participation from 16 Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) member nations across the Indian Ocean Region. SAGAR actually stands for “Security and Growth for All in the Region”.
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