Question: Which of the following security force, recently participated in the counter terrorism exercise named as Gandiv, which begin in multiple cities of India?
a) ITBP
b) NSG
c) BSF
d) CRPF
Answer: (b)
Related Facts:-
- On August 22, 2021; counter terrorism exercise named as Gandiv begin in multiple cities of India.
- The Exercise Gandiva is being conducted by NSG commandos is an extensive exercise to test its preparedness to thwart the nefarious designs of the enemies started
- This exercise will end on 28 August.
- Through this exercise, NSG’s unmatched ability to respond quickly and meet challenges in situations like hijacking and hostage will also be demonstrated.
- Gandiv is the name of the bow of Arjuna, the maestro of Mahabharata.
- This exercise covers places in various cities of the National Capital Region, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, which can be targets of terrorist acts.
- 30-35 such places have been selected for the exercise.
- The Ministry of External Affairs, Home Ministry, Central Armed Police Forces, state agencies and foreign representatives will witness these exercises.
- The Anti-Terrorist Force NSG was formed in the year 1984. NSG commandos are skilled in dealing with terrorist activities.
- The Special Squad of NSG is currently providing security to at least 13 VVIPs of the country.
- Apart from the NSG’s Manesar headquarters, it has five hubs at Gandhinagar, Mumbai, Kolkata, Hyderabad and Chennai.
Links:-
https://www.defencexp.com/nsg-commandos-undertake-mock-counter-terrorist-drills-across-country/