Samudra Pradakshina - Indian Navy Maritime Expedition

 

Samudra Pradakshina was a historic all-women maritime expedition undertaken by the Indian Navy.

It highlights:

  • Women's participation in maritime activities.

  • Seamanship.

  • Maritime awareness.

  • India's maritime heritage.

It is relevant to India's broader Nari Shakti and maritime outreach initiatives.

Key Pointers

  • Nature → Maritime expedition.

  • Major theme → Women empowerment + maritime capability

  • Organisation → Indian Navy

  • Strategic significance → Maritime awareness and India's seafaring tradition.

  • UPSC relevance → Women in defence + blue economy + maritime security.