Wars: 1971 & Kargil — Set 10
Defence GK · युद्ध: 1971 और कारगिल · Questions 91–100 of 200
Pakistan's western offensive in the 1971 war was halted at the Battle of Longewala. Which regiment's soldiers held the Pakistani armoured column?
Correct Answer: D. 23 Punjab Regiment with BSF support
Major Kuldeep Singh Chandpuri's 120 soldiers of the 23rd Battalion Punjab Regiment, supported by BSF troops, held off a Pakistani armoured column of over 2,000 troops and 45 tanks at Longewala on the night of December 4-5, 1971. IAF Hawker Hunters arrived at dawn and destroyed much of the Pakistani column. Chandpuri was awarded the Maha Vir Chakra.
The 1999 Kargil War resulted in approximately how many Indian Army casualties (killed)?
Correct Answer: B. 527
The Indian Army suffered approximately 527 soldiers killed during the Kargil War. Additionally, over 1,300 soldiers were wounded. The Pakistani side suffered an estimated 357-453 soldiers killed, though Pakistan initially did not acknowledge many of its casualties.
Which Indian submarine participated in operations during the 1971 war?
Correct Answer: B. INS Kalvari
INS Kalvari (S23), a Soviet Foxtrot-class submarine, was deployed in the Bay of Bengal during the 1971 war. Indian submarines played a deterrence role by threatening Pakistani surface ships. PNS Ghazi, a Pakistani submarine, was sunk while allegedly attempting to target INS Vikrant.
PNS Ghazi was a Pakistani submarine sunk during the 1971 war. What was its approximate location when sunk?
Correct Answer: C. Off Vizag coast
PNS Ghazi was sunk off the coast of Visakhapatnam on December 4, 1971. It had reportedly been sent to sink INS Vikrant. The cause of its sinking remains disputed — some say it was sunk by INS Rajput (a destroyer), while others say it hit one of its own mines.
The Simla Agreement of 1972 was formally signed in which Indian city?
Correct Answer: C. Simla (Shimla)
The Simla Agreement was signed on July 2, 1972 in Shimla (then spelled Simla), the summer capital of Himachal Pradesh. PM Indira Gandhi and Pakistani President Zulfikar Ali Bhutto conducted the negotiations. The agreement remains the foundational bilateral document governing India-Pakistan relations.
The IAF's No. 45 Squadron 'Flying Daggers' operated which aircraft during the Kargil War?
Correct Answer: C. Mirage 2000
No. 45 Squadron 'Flying Daggers' operated Mirage 2000 aircraft during the Kargil War. These aircraft flew precision strike missions using laser-guided bombs and rockets against Pakistani positions. The Mirage 2000's superior performance at high altitude made it particularly effective in the Kargil terrain.
The Pak PM who visited India on the famous 'Bus Diplomacy' trip to Lahore was PM Vajpayee. Who was the Pakistan PM who hosted him?
Correct Answer: C. Nawaz Sharif
Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif hosted PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee during the February 1999 Lahore Bus Diplomacy. Both leaders signed the Lahore Declaration pledging peace and commitment to resolving disputes bilaterally. The Kargil intrusion, which had begun earlier, effectively undermined Nawaz Sharif's peace initiative.
Which IAF pilot flying a Gnat fighter became the first Indian pilot to shoot down a jet fighter in 1965 and was again active in 1971?
Correct Answer: A. Trevor Keelor
Squadron Leader Trevor Keelor became the first Indian pilot to shoot down an enemy jet (Pakistani F-86 Sabre) in aerial combat using the Gnat in 1965. He continued his distinguished service and was active in the 1971 war as well. The Gnat's victories in both wars confirmed India's investment in this small but agile fighter.
The 1971 war saw Indian forces fight on a two-front battle. The Western front included operations in which states?
Correct Answer: B. Rajasthan, Punjab, and Jammu
The 1971 war's Western front included military operations across Rajasthan (where Longewala was fought), Punjab, and Jammu sectors. India launched limited offensives in all three sectors to stretch Pakistani forces. The capture of some Pakistani territory served as negotiating leverage.
What was the approximate number of refugees who fled East Pakistan into India during the 1971 genocide and crisis?
Correct Answer: C. 10 million
Approximately 10 million refugees fled East Pakistan into India during 1971, primarily into West Bengal, Assam, Tripura, and Meghalaya. This massive refugee influx strained India's resources severely. PM Indira Gandhi cited this refugee crisis as a reason for India's military intervention.