In April 2025, a tri-services all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition, “Samudra Pradakshina”, was flagged off from:

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (C) Mumbai
Explanation:
• Samudra Pradakshina is a tri-services all-women sailing expedition.
• It involves personnel from Army, Navy, and Air Force.
• The expedition was launched in April 2025.
• It was flagged off from Mumbai.
• Hence, the starting point was Mumbai.
Information Booster:
• The expedition promotes women empowerment in armed forces.
• It showcases jointness among the three services.
• Circumnavigation highlights maritime endurance and leadership.
Additional Knowledge (Incorrect Options):
(A) Madurai
• Inland city.
• Not suitable for maritime expeditions.
(B) Durgapur
• Industrial city in eastern India.
• No maritime base.
(D) Trivandrum
• Coastal city with defence presence.
• Not the launch point for this expedition.