With reference to the Anti-Maoist operation that took place in April 2024, which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. It took place in in Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra.

2. The operation was launched by BSF and District Reserve Guards.

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  1. Neither 1 nor 2
  2. Only 1
  3. Only 2
  4. Both 1 and 2

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Option 3 : Only 2
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The Correct answer is Option 3. 

Key Points

  • Statement 1: The Anti-Maoist operation in April 2024 did not take place in Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra. Instead, it occurred in the Kanker district of Chhattisgarh. Hence Statement 1 is Incorrect. 
  • Statement 2: The units of Border Security Forces and District Reserve Guards were patrolling forest near Binagunda village of Kanker district, when they came under heavy fire from the Maoists. Hence Statement 2 is Correct. 
  • Hence Option 3 is Correct. 
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