Where does execution always begin in a Java program?

In a Java program, execution always begins at the first statement in the main method. The main method serves as the entry point for the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) when it runs the program. The main method is defined with a specific signature: public static void main(String[] args). When the program starts, the JVM looks for this method and begins executing the code contained within it.

This structure is fundamental to how Java applications are launched, ensuring that there is a consistent starting point for program execution. Other program elements, such as method headers or any method called subsequently, do not dictate the beginning of the execution process; rather, they are part of the code that may be invoked after the main method begins running.