The maiden Indian Navy-European Union Naval Force (IN-EUNAVFOR) Exercise was conducted in the Gulf of Aden. The Gulf of Aden is located in the Arabian Sea and is an important waterway for international shipping, connecting the Red Sea to the Arabian Sea. The exercise held in this region aimed to enhance maritime security and cooperation between the Indian Navy and the European Union Naval Force.
Option 1: Gulf of Mannar - This is an incorrect option as the exercise was not conducted in the Gulf of Mannar. The Gulf of Mannar is located between India and Sri Lanka and is known for its rich marine biodiversity.
Option 2: Gulf of Aden - This is the correct answer as the exercise was conducted in the Gulf of Aden. The Gulf of Aden is a significant maritime region due to its proximity to the strategic chokepoint, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
Option 3: Gulf of Khambhat - This is an incorrect option as the exercise was not conducted in the Gulf of Khambhat. The Gulf of Khambhat is located on the western coast of India and is famous for its tidal bore phenomenon.
Option 4: Gulf of Aqaba - This is an incorrect option as the exercise was not conducted in the