Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) Operation Dost
India launched Operation Dost to provide humanitarian aid and disaster relief to earthquake-hit Turkey and Syria following the devastating earthquakes in February 2023.
Under Operation Dost, India deployed:
- Specialized NDRF (National Disaster Response Force) teams.
- Medical teams equipped with field hospitals.
- Relief materials such as medicines, rescue equipment, and other supplies to assist in rescue and rehabilitation efforts.
Key Highlights of Operation Dost:
- It showcased India's commitment to international cooperation and humanitarian assistance.
- The Indian Air Force (IAF) played a crucial role in transporting relief materials and rescue teams.
- This operation strengthened diplomatic ties between India, Turkey, and Syria.
Additional Information:
- Operation Sahyog: Launched to help during Kerala floods (2018).
- Operation Hope: No such known operation.
- Operation Rahat: Conducted in 2015 to evacuate Indian citizens from war-torn Yemen.