India-Pakistan Relations — Set 16
International Relations · भारत-पाकिस्तान संबंध · Questions 151–160 of 160
The 'Baglihar Hydroelectric Power Project' on the Chenab River was declared permissible under the Indus Waters Treaty by which body?
Correct Answer: C. Neutral Expert (World Bank-appointed)
The Baglihar dispute (2005–07) was referred to a Neutral Expert (Raymond Lafitte, a Swiss engineer) appointed by the World Bank. The Neutral Expert's ruling (2007) broadly upheld India's dam design with some modifications. Pakistan was partly satisfied; India could proceed with minor alterations.
Which Indian states share a border with Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B. Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, J&K
Four Indian states/UTs share a border with Pakistan: Jammu & Kashmir (UT), Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. The International Border runs through Punjab, Rajasthan, and Gujarat. The Line of Control is in J&K. Gujarat's border with Pakistan is in the Sir Creek/Rann of Kutch area.
Pakistan's official position on Kashmir is that it should be resolved through which mechanism?
Correct Answer: B. UN plebiscite under UNSC Resolution 47
Pakistan's official position is that Kashmir should be resolved through a UN-supervised plebiscite as called for in UNSC Resolution 47 (1948). India maintains Kashmir is a bilateral matter under the Simla Agreement 1972 and that Pakistan must first vacate occupied territories. The UN plebiscite has never been conducted.
What is the name of the civilian border crossing between India and Pakistan (Punjab)?
Correct Answer: A. Wagah-Attari
The Wagah-Attari border crossing on the Grand Trunk Road in Punjab is the primary civilian and commercial crossing point between India and Pakistan. Wagah is on the Pakistani side; Attari is on the Indian side. The famous flag-lowering ceremony happens here at sunset every day.
Which Indian city has the highest concentration of Pakistani diplomatic staff including the Pakistan High Commission?
Correct Answer: C. New Delhi
Pakistan's High Commission in India is located in New Delhi's Diplomatic Enclave. Pakistan also had consulates in Mumbai and Kolkata. Pakistan's diplomatic presence in India has been reduced following bilateral tensions and mutual expulsions of diplomats after various crises.
India-Pakistan cricket matches are hosted in neutral venues (like UAE) rather than in each country. The last cricket series played between India and Pakistan in India was approximately in?
Correct Answer: B. 2007
India and Pakistan last played a bilateral cricket series in India in 2007. Pakistan last played a full bilateral series in Pakistan with India around 2006. Since then, they only meet in multi-lateral tournaments (World Cups, Asia Cup, Champions Trophy). The BCCI-PCB bilateral relationship is a casualty of political tensions.
The United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP) was established in which year?
Correct Answer: C. 1949
UNMOGIP was established in January 1949 to supervise the ceasefire in J&K following the 1947-48 War. Its headquarters are in Islamabad/Rawalpindi (winter) and Srinagar (summer). India maintains UNMOGIP is irrelevant after Simla 1972 but Pakistan continues to use UNMOGIP to internationalize the Kashmir issue.
India's 'Act of Accession' signed by Maharaja Hari Singh — when did he sign it and to whom?
Correct Answer: B. 26 October 1947 to Lord Mountbatten/India
Maharaja Hari Singh signed the Instrument of Accession to India on 26 October 1947, accepted by Lord Mountbatten on behalf of India on 27 October 1947. This was after Pakistani tribal militants had already invaded Kashmir on 22 October. India's legal position is that J&K's accession is unconditional and irrevocable.
The 'composite dialogue' between India and Pakistan covered how many 'baskets' of issues?
Correct Answer: C. 8 baskets
The correct answer is 8 baskets. The India-Pakistan Composite Dialogue Process (2004 onwards) covered 8 baskets: Peace & Security, J&K, Siachen, Wullar Barrage/Tulbul Navigation Project, Sir Creek, Terrorism & Drug Trafficking, Economic & Commercial Cooperation, and People-to-People exchanges. All 8 baskets were to be discussed simultaneously. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
India's Union Territory of Ladakh borders both Pakistan and China. The Siachen Glacier lies in which part of Ladakh?
Correct Answer: B. North Ladakh, Saltoro sub-range of Karakoram
Siachen Glacier lies in the Saltoro sub-range of the Karakoram in North Ladakh. It is the world's largest non-polar glacier at 70 km length. India controls the Saltoro Ridge (crest) which gives tactical advantage over the Siachen Glacier itself.