Current Affairs: Passage of the Day - 18 December 2024 | Current Affairs: Daily, Weekly & Monthly - CLAT PDF Download

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The bilateral naval exercise SLINEX 2024 (Sri Lanka–India Exercise) will be conducted from 17 to 20 Dec 24 at Visakhapatnam under the aegis of the Eastern Naval Command. The exercise will be held in two phases - the Harbour Phase from 17 to 18 December and the Sea Phase from 19 to 20 December. Initiated in 2005, SLINEX is a significant series of bilateral naval exercises that have strengthened maritime cooperation between India and Sri Lanka over the years. 
Participating Units:

• From India: Indian Naval Ship INS Sumitra, a Naval Offshore Patrol   Vessel of the Eastern Fleet, along with a Special Forces team.        
• From Sri Lanka: SLNS Sayura, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, with an     embarked Special Forces team.

The inaugural ceremony of the exercise is scheduled on 17 Dec 24, marking the beginning of the Harbour Phase. During this phase, participants will engage in professional and social exchanges to strengthen mutual understanding. The Sea Phase, commencing on 19 December, will feature joint exercises, including Special Forces operations, gun firings, communication drills, seamanship practices, navigation evolutions, and helicopter operations. 
Over the years, SLINEX has expanded in scope, enabling both navies to enhance interoperability and share best practices. The 2024 edition aims to further reinforce the strong maritime ties between India and Sri Lanka while promoting a safe, secure, and rules-based maritime environment.
[Excerpt from PIB "SLINEX 2024 Naval Exercise" Dated 18/12/24]

Q1: Where is SLINEX 2024 taking place?
(a) Chennai
(b) Colombo
(c) Visakhapatnam
(d) Kochi

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Q2: When was the first SLINEX exercise conducted?
(a) 1995
(b) 2000
(c) 2005
(d) 2010

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Q3: What are the two phases of SLINEX 2024?
(a) Training Phase and Patrol Phase
(b) Harbour Phase and Sea Phase
(c) Coastal Phase and International Phase
(d) Planning Phase and Execution Phase

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Q4: What activities are planned during the Harbour Phase?
(a) Gun firings and helicopter operations
(b) Professional and social activities
(c) Seamanship and navigation exercises
(d) Special Forces operations

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Q5: Which Indian naval vessel is participating in SLINEX 2024?
(a) INS Vikrant
(b) INS Sumitra
(c) INS Arihant
(d) INS Talwar

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