Q. With reference to ASEAN-India Maritime Exercise (AIME) consider the following statements:
1.It is a maritime exercise between India and Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).
2.It aims to provide an opportunity for Indian Navy and ASEAN navies to work closely and conduct seamless operations in the maritime domain.
3.The exercise will be held in four phases.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 and 2 are correct. AIME is a maritime exercise between India and Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). It aims to provide an opportunity for Indian Navy and ASEAN navies to work closely and conduct seamless operations in the maritime domain.

Statement 3 is incorrect. The exercise will be held in two phases: ‘Harbour Phase’ of the exercise is scheduled to be held at Changi Naval Base and ‘Sea Phase’ in the South China Sea.

Source: ForumIAS