Q. With reference to President’s Fleet review, consider the following statements:
1.The earliest recorded evidence of an Indian Fleet review dates back to the 18th century.
2.A fleet review is usually conducted once during the tenure of the President.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Both statements are correct. 

  • The earliest recorded Indian Fleet Review was in the 18th Century by the powerful Maratha fleet consisting of ‘Ghurabs’ and ‘Gallivats’, under the renowned Sarkhel (Grand Admiral) Kanhoji Angre at the coastal fortress of Ratnagiri. 
  • A fleet review is usually conducted once during the tenure of the President. 

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