Crises & Wars
6 reference items
Which territorial dispute led to the first war between Pakistan and India in 1948?
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Kashmir Dispute
Explanation
The war broke out over the accession of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir.
Which major military conflict began with Operation Grand Slam in September 1965?
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1965 Indo-Pak War
Explanation
The 1965 war was fought along the international border, ending in a UN ceasefire.
Which peace declaration signed in 1966 ended the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A
Tashkent Declaration
Explanation
Soviet Premier Kosygin brokered the Tashkent Accord between Ayub Khan and Lal Bahadur Shastri.
Which major conflict resulted in the secession of East Pakistan in 1971?
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1971 Liberation War
Explanation
The 1971 war led to the creation of Bangladesh on December 16, 1971.
Which 1999 military confrontation occurred along the Line of Control in Kashmir?
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Kargil Conflict
Explanation
Pakistani forces and Kashmiri militants occupied high ridges in Kargil sector.
Which strategic glacier became the world's highest battlefield in 1984?
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Siachen Glacier
Explanation
India launched Operation Meghdoot to occupy Siachen, starting a permanent military standoff.