Exercise Dharma Guardian

Exercise Dharma Guardian is a joint military exercise between India and Japan

Exercise Dharma Guardian

Exercise Dharma Guardian Latest News

The Exercise Dharma Guardian, between India and Japan is scheduled at Mount Fuji, Japan from February 25 to March 9, the Indian Army.

About Exercise Dharma Guardian

  • It is a joint military exercise between India and Japan.
  • It is an annual exercise and conducted alternatively in India and Japan.
  • It aims to enhance interoperability between the two forces while undertaking joint urban warfare and counter-terrorism operations under UN mandate.
  • It will focus on a high degree of physical fitness, joint planning and joint tactical drills.
  • Drills to be rehearsed during the exercise include advanced special forces skills and various other tactics, techniques and procedures as per the current operational paradigm.
  • It will culminate with a 48-hour-long validation to rehearse the tactical drills for counterterrorism operations in desert and semi-desert terrain.
  • In addition to tactical manoeuvres, it will foster stronger cultural and professional ties between the participating contingents.
  • Military drills often include social and cultural exchanges that promote deeper understanding of each other’s traditions, values, and operational approaches which helps in building a foundation of mutual respect, which is crucial for effective collaboration in real-world scenarios.
  • Significance: The exercise will enable the two sides to share their best practices in tactics, techniques and procedures of conducting tactical operations.

Exercise Dharma Guardian FAQs

Q1: Which two countries are involved in the Dharma Guardian exercise?

Ans: India and Japan

Q2: What is the definition of terrorism?

Ans: Although the term is not subject to a universally agreed definition, terrorism can be broadly understood as a method of coercion that utilizes or threatens to utilize violence in order to spread fear and thereby attain political or ideological goals.

Source: DD NEWS

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