In July 2024, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Defence Aviation Expo IDAX-24 in which city?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is: (d) Jodhpur

Explanation:
• The India Defence Aviation Exposition (IDAX‑24) was officially inaugurated by Rajnath Singh in Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
• The event was held at or around the Indian Air Force (IAF) base and linked to the Exercise Tarang Shakti in that city.
• The event dates were 12-14 September 2024 in Jodhpur.

Information Booster:
• IDAX-24 was designed to showcase India’s indigenous aviation and defence industry, including DPSUs, DRDO, and startups.
• The location at Jodhpur connects with the IAF base there and the multinational air exercise Tarang Shakti, indicating synergy of industry and operational air power.
• Such events are key to India’s strategic “Atmanirbhar” push in aerospace and defence.