Garuda exercise is a joint military exercise between India and which country?

The Correct answer is France.

Key Points

• Garuda exercise is a joint military exercise between India and France.
• The exercise is held to enhance the operational cooperation and interoperability between the Indian Air Force (IAF) and the French Air and Space Force (FASF).
• It includes various activities such as air combat missions, missions involving large force engagements, and ground operations.
• The exercise aims to improve the mutual understanding and coordination between the two air forces.
• It is conducted on a biennial basis, with the location alternating between India and France.
• The Garuda exercise also involves exchange of professional experiences and best practices between the participating air forces.

 Additional Information

• USA
  • The USA and India conduct several joint military exercises, notable among them is the Yudh Abhyas exercise.
  • Yudh Abhyas is a bilateral training exercise aimed at enhancing cooperation and interoperability between the armies of the two nations.
• Russia
  • India and Russia participate in the Indra exercise, which includes all three services: Army, Navy, and Air Force.
  • The exercise focuses on counter-terrorism, maritime security, and joint operations.
• Japan
  • India and Japan conducted the Shinyuu Maitri exercise, which is an air force exercise aimed at improving coordination and interoperability.
  • Another notable exercise is JIMEX, which is a maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force.