Wars: 1947, 1962, 1965 — Set 11
Defence GK · युद्ध: 1947, 1962, 1965 · Questions 101–110 of 160
What was the significance of the Battle of Talikota (1565)?
Correct Answer: B. Deccan powers' victory against Vijayanagara
The Battle of Talikota in 1565 saw a coalition of Deccan sultanates defeat the powerful Vijayanagara Empire, marking a major shift in South Indian political power.
Which Indian state was the birthplace of Shivaji Maharaj, the Maratha military leader?
Correct Answer: A. Maharashtra
Shivaji Maharaj was born in Maharashtra and built the Maratha empire from this region, establishing coastal forts and a navy to resist Mughal expansion.
Who is known as the 'Military Genius' of ancient India?
Correct Answer: A. Chanakya
Chanakya is renowned as the military genius and strategist who built the Mauryan Empire and authored the Arthashastra on military science and statecraft.
What was the primary objective of the 1971 Bangladesh War?
Correct Answer: B. Liberation of East Pakistan
The 1971 war was fought to liberate East Pakistan from West Pakistani oppression, resulting in the creation of independent Bangladesh with Indian military support.
Which Indian military strategy is based on 'Cold Start Doctrine'?
Correct Answer: B. Rapid mobilization and offensive operations
The Cold Start Doctrine is an Indian military strategy designed for rapid mobilization and limited offensive operations against Pakistan in response to terrorism.
What is the significance of the 'Line of Control' (LOC) between India and Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B. Ceasefire line in Jammu and Kashmir
The Line of Control is the ceasefire line agreed upon in the 1949 Karachi Agreement and the 1971 Simla Agreement, separating Indian and Pakistani forces in Jammu and Kashmir.
Which war ended with the signing of the Simla Agreement in 1971?
Correct Answer: C. 1971 Bangladesh War
The 1971 Bangladesh War ended with the Simla Agreement signed on July 2, 1971, between India and Pakistan, establishing the Line of Control.
What is the primary function of the National Defence College of India?
Correct Answer: C. Military strategy research and training
The National Defence College conducts research on military strategy, trains senior military and civilian officials, and advises on defence policies and national security matters.
Which Indian military institution is responsible for training Army officers?
Correct Answer: C. Officers Training Academy
The Officers Training Academy in Dehradun trains commissioned officers for the Indian Army, while the National Military Academy trains cadets for all services.
What is the National Military Academy (NMA) primarily used for?
Correct Answer: B. Officer training and commissioning
The National Military Academy in Dehradun trains cadets from all three services (Army, Navy, Air Force) and commissions them as officers upon graduation.