Military History & Operations in Pakistan
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41
Which valley in Kargil was used for the 'Muntho Dhalo' base?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
The Batalik sector battles were centered around the Yaldor and Chorbat La areas. The difficult terrain meant that supply lines were stretched and highly vulnerable to air attacks.
42
Which Pakistani soldier was famously buried by the Indian Army with full military honors due to his bravery?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Captain Karnal Sher Khan's bravery was so exceptional that Indian troops who recovered his body recommended him for his country's highest award. He was initially buried by the Indian Army with honors before his remains were repatriated to Pakistan.
43
The 'Point 5140' capture was a major success for the Indian Army in which sector?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Point 5140 was the highest point in the Tololing ridge. Its capture was essential for the subsequent assault on Tiger Hill and the security of the Srinagar-Leh highway.
44
What was the name of the 'intruder' detection that triggered the war?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
The infiltration was first discovered by local shepherds in early May 1999, who reported seeing men in military gear building bunkers on the peaks. Subsequent patrols by the Indian Army confirmed the massive scale of the infiltration.
45
Which Indian Air Force aircraft was shot down by a Pakistani surface-to-air missile in May 1999?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
During the first few days of 'Operation Safed Sagar,' the Indian Air Force lost a MiG-27 (due to engine failure/ground fire), a MiG-21 (shot down by a missile), and an Mi-17 helicopter (shot down by a Stinger missile).
46
The 'Mushkoh Valley' is significant for its proximity to which town?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
The Mushkoh Valley is located at the western end of the Kargil district, near Dras. It provided a key infiltration route into the Kashmir valley itself, bypassing some of the established Indian defensive lines.
47
Which country provided Pakistan with some initial logistical and equipment support during the early phase?
Correct Option
Option D
Explanation
The Kargil operation was kept extremely secret, even from some of the highest-ranking officers in Pakistan. Consequently, it was largely conducted using existing resources of the NLI and FCNA, without significant external assistance.
48
The 'Point 4700' battle took place in which month?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
The battle for Point 4700 in the Dras sector took place in late June. It was part of the broad Indian counter-offensive to clear the heights overlooking the highway before the onset of the next winter.
49
Who was the 'National Security Advisor' of India during the Kargil War?
Correct Option
Option A
Explanation
Brajesh Mishra was the first National Security Advisor of India and played a key role in the diplomatic management of the crisis, particularly in communicating with the US and the G8.
50
Which town is the administrative center of the district where the war took place?
Correct Option
Option B
Explanation
Kargil town is the administrative capital of the Kargil district in Ladakh. During the war, the town itself was frequently shelled by Pakistani artillery from the surrounding heights.
