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    Which nations' naval forces are participating in

    Exercise MALABAR 2023 alongside the Indian Navy, and what are the primary objectives of this exercise?
    A Indian Navy and US Navy (USN) only, aimed at bilateral anti-submarine warfare exercises Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Indian Navy, US Navy (USN), and South Korean Navy, focusing on coastal defense strategies Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Indian Navy, US Navy (USN), Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF), and Royal Australian Navy (RAN), aiming to enhance maritime security cooperation and interoperability Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Indian Navy, US Navy (USN), and Chinese Navy, focused on joint humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Indian Navy, US Navy (USN), and Russian Navy, concentrating on cyber warfare tactics Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

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    Indian Navy's INS Sahyadri and INS Kolkata to participate in Exercise MALABAR 2023 off Sydney from 11-21Aug 2023 and Joined by US Navy (USN), Japan Maritime Self Defence Force (JMSDF), and Royal Australian Navy (RAN). MALABAR series began in 1992 as India-US bilateral exercise, now includes four major Indo-Pacific navies. 27th edition is being hosted by Royal Australian Navy (RAN). It is Conducted in two phases: Harbour Phase (cross-deck visits, exchanges, planning) and Sea Phase (anti-surface, anti-air, anti-submarine exercises). It Enhances interoperability, shares maritime security practices. INS Sahyadri (Project-17 class) and INS Kolkata (Project-15A class) are indigenously designed ships. About Australia Capital: Canberra                                        Currency: Australian dollar

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