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What is the importance of the Malabar Naval Exercise?

  1. A
    It addresses environmental issues
  2. B
    It enhances naval cooperation among India, USA, Japan and Australia
  3. C
    It facilitates trade agreements
  4. D
    It addresses issues related to water pollution

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The Malabar Exercise is a multilateral naval exercise that began in 1992 as a bilateral exercise between India and the USA. It now includes Japan and Australia, representing the "Quad" nations. Its primary importance lies in enhancing maritime interoperability and naval cooperation to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific.

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What is the importance of the Malabar Naval Exercise?
A
It addresses environmental issues
B
It enhances naval cooperation among India, USA, Japan and Australia
C
It facilitates trade agreements
D
It addresses issues related to water pollution

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