Question: The 27th series of Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) is being conducted from 28 Apr to 19-May 16. This bilateral naval exercise is being conducted between India and which of the following country?
(a) Thailand
(b) Sri Lanka
(c) Indonesia
(d) Bangladesh
Ans (c)
Related facts:
- The 27th series of India – Indonesia Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) is being conducted from 28 Apr to 19 May 16.
- The Indonesian Navy and the Indian Navy have been participating in coordinated patrol (CORPAT) twice a year since 2002 to keep this vital part of the Indian Ocean Region safe and secure for commercial shipping and international trade.
- Its aim is to secure the trade sea route, the coordinated patrol also serves to enhance mutual understanding and inter-operability between the two navies
- Opening Ceremony of the CORPAT was held at Port Blair from 28 – 30 Apr 16.
- Closing Ceremony will be held at Belawan, Indonesia from 16 – 19 May 16.
- The Indonesian Navy is being represented by the ship KRI Imam Bonjol and Maritime Patrol Aircraft CN 235.
- While INS Karmuk and one Naval Dornier aircraft are representing the Indian Navy.
Reference:
http://www.indiannavy.nic.in/content/27th-india-indonesia-coordinated-patrol-corpat
http://pib.nic.in/newsite/PrintRelease.aspx?relid=142472