With reference to “INS Kirpan” consider the following statements:1.It is a Saryu-class indigenously-built Patrol Vessel.2.It has been an integral part of the Navy’s Eastern Fleet.3.Recently, the India Navy has handed it over to Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN).Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q. With reference to “INS Kirpan” consider the following statements:
1.It is a Saryu-class indigenously-built Patrol Vessel.
2.It has been an integral part of the Navy’s Eastern Fleet.
3.Recently, the India Navy has handed it over to Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 3 only

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. INS Kirpan is a Khukri class indigenously-built missile corvette. It was commissioned in 1991.

Statements 2 and 3 are correct. INS Kirpan has been an integral part of the Navy’s Eastern Fleet and has participated in several operations. Recently, the Indian Navy has decommissioned INS Kirpan and handed it over to Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN).

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