International Seminar cum Exhibition on Naval weapon Systems – NAVARMS-19

International Seminar cum Exhibition on Naval weapon Systems
Question: Which edition of the International Seminar NAVARMS 19 was organized recently in New Delhi?
(a) Second
(b) Third
(c) Fifth
(d) Fourth
Answer: (d)
Related facts:
  • The fourth edition of International Seminar cum Exhibition on Naval Weapon Systems ‘NAVARMS-19’ with the theme “Make in India – Fight Category: Opportunities and Imperatives” was organised at Institute for Defence Studies and Analysis, Development Enclave, New Delhi on 12-13 December 2019.
  • The two day event spread over five plenary sessions provided opportunity for exchange of ideas, create awareness and identify emerging prospects for Indian/International defence industry in domain of Naval Weapon Systems.
  • NAVARMS is the only international seminar and exhibition on Naval Weapon Systems conducted in the country to invite all the stakeholders in life cycle management of Naval Weapons and provide a common platform to share their views and concerns.
  • Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the gathering during the Inaugural session on 12 December 2019 and will inaugurate the Exhibition.
  • The past three editions of NAVARMS organised in 2007, 2010 and 2013 have aroused much enthusiasm and active participation by the Industry, Ministry of Defence, DRDO and the users.
  • India’s quintessential maritime character and vital geo-strategic location are twin factors that have defined her growth as a nation and evolution as a civilisation.
  • The Indian Navy today remains the principal manifestation of India’s maritime power and plays a central role in safeguarding and prompting her security and national interests in the maritime domain.
  • To enable companies to gain maximum benefit from this platform, a parallel technology display in the form of Exhibition for two days is also being organized to demonstrate Industry’s capabilities to the key users.

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