July 26, 2024

SAURAV PANDEY

Kargil War Quiz: How Well Do You Know India's Heroes?

Q. In which year did the Kargil War take place?

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Answer: 1999

Q. What is the name of the military operation launched by India to counter the Pakistani intrusion?

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Answer: Operation Vijay

Q. Which mountain pass was a crucial battleground during the Kargil War?

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Answer: Tololing Pass

Q. Who was the Indian Army Chief during the Kargil War?

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Answer: General Ved Prakash Malik

Q. Which is the highest gallantry award bestowed upon Indian military personnel?

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Answer: Param Vir Chakra

Q. Name the two Param Vir Chakra awardees of the Kargil War.

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Answer: Captain Vikram Batra and Captain Manoj Pandey

Q. Which day is celebrated as Kargil Vijay Diwas?

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Answer: July 26th

Q. What was the primary reason for the Pakistani infiltration into the Kargil sector?

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Answer: To cut off Ladakh from Kashmir and create a strategic advantage.

Q. Which Indian Air Force squadron played a crucial role in the Kargil War?

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Answer: Su-30MKI Squadron