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2023

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which country launched ‘Operation Dost’ to extend assistance to Turkey and Syria after a devastating earthquake?
A
India
B
Italy
C
Israel
D
Iran
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Operation Dost (Operation Friend) is an ongoing search and rescue operation initiated by the Government of India to aid Syria and Turkey, after the 2023 Turkey–Syria earthquake devastated both countries on 6 February 2023.

Detailed explanation-2: -The consignment for Syria consisted of 72 critical care drugs, consumables and protective items of 7.3 tons, valued at ₹1.4 crore, while relief material sent to Turkey included 14 types of medical and critical care equipment, valued at ₹4 crore, the statement said.

Detailed explanation-3: -Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan became the first country to provide assistance to Turkey. Azerbaijan dispatched a search-and-rescue team of 420 people to Turkey. The ministry also sent another aircraft carrying first aid kits, tents, bedding, medical supplies, and other necessary equipment to help those affected.

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