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Detailed explanation-1: -Q. ‘Operation Sankalp’, which was seen in the news, is associated with which armed force? Notes: Indian Navy’s stealth Frigate, INS Talwar is deployed for Operation Sankalp commemorating the 3rd continuous year of Indian Navy’s presence in the Gulf for protection of India’s Maritime Interests.

Detailed explanation-2: -The correct answer is Indian Navy. Operation Sankalp was initiated on 19 June 2019, by the Indian Navy. To ensure the safety and security of Indian vessels, the Indian Navy has initiated ‘Operation Sankalp’ in the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman.

Detailed explanation-3: -Detailed Solution. The correct answer is Operation Sankalp.

Detailed explanation-4: -Operation Nistar(India)(2018) - Operation by the Indian Navy using INS Sunayna to evacuate Indian citizens from Yemen Island of Socotra who were stranded by Cyclone Mekenu. Operation Madad(2018) - Indian Navy had launched Operation Madad, major rescue, and relief operation in flood-hit Kerala.

Detailed explanation-5: -Indian Navy has deployed, in the Gulf of Oman, to re-assure Indian Flagged Vessels operating/ transiting through the Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman following the maritime security incidents in the region.