Indo-Pakistani War of 1965 Quiz

What was the main reason the first Indo-Pakistani war did not resolve the conflict over Jammu and Kashmir?

• Both sides adhered to the UN resolution.

• India conducted a plebiscite as promised.

• Both sides violated the UN resolution.

• Pakistan withdrew its forces from Kashmir.

Which country did Pakistan align with during the Cold War, receiving significant military aid?

• Soviet Union

• United States

• France

• China

What was the primary objective of Pakistan's Operation Gibraltar?

• To capture Delhi

• To strengthen ties with China

• To negotiate peace with India

• To incite rebellion in Kashmir

Which strategic location did India capture early in the 1965 war?

• Akhnoor

• Lahore

• Sialkot

• Haji Pirr Pass

What was the main goal of India's offensive targeting Lahore?

• To force Pakistan to negotiate from a position of weakness

• To establish a new ceasefire line

• To capture Kashmir

• To gain control of the Rann of Kutch

What was the outcome of the Battle of Asal Uttar?

• A massive success for India

• A decisive victory for Pakistan

• A stalemate with no clear winner

• A minor skirmish with few casualties

Which battle was the largest tank battle since World War 2?

• Battle of Chawinda

• Battle of Dograi

• Battle of Asal Uttar

• Battle of Phillora

What was the result of the 1965 Indo-Pakistani war?

• A decisive victory for India

• A decisive victory for Pakistan

• An inconclusive result

• A complete resolution of the Kashmir conflict

Which two countries played a significant role in mediating the ceasefire?

• United Kingdom and India

• Pakistan and Afghanistan

• United States and USSR

• China and France

What was the main reason the war ended inconclusively?

• Neither side could alter the status quo in Kashmir

• Both sides achieved their objectives

• The UN imposed a new border

• India withdrew from all captured territories