Q. With reference to the MAHASAGAR initiative of the Indian Navy, consider the following statements:
1.It is an initiative aimed at promoting active security and growth for all in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
2.Kenya was one of the participating countries in its virtual meeting.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Answer: C
Notes:
Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Indian Navy successfully conducted the first edition of MAHASAGAR, a high-level virtual interaction between Maritime Heads. The initiative aims to promote active security and growth for all in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).
Participating countries: Bangladesh, Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Tanzania.
Source: ForumIAS

