Go through a series of challenging 1965 Indo-Pak War MCQs, directed towards the important events, strategies and international ramifications that surrounded the war. This quiz tests your knowledge, as provided in depth of the war, military tactics, political decisions, and the aftermath of the Indo-Pakistani conflict.
During 1965 war with India who was the President of Pakistan?
A) Ayub Khan
B) Yahya Khan
C) Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
D) Iskander Mirza
What was the primary reason for the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Dispute over Kashmir
B) Water resources
C) Border issues in Punjab
D) Political ideology
Who was the Prime Minister of India during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Indira Gandhi
C) Lal Bahadur Shastri
D) Rajiv Gandhi
Which operation did Pakistan launch during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Operation Gibraltar
B) Operation Desert Storm
C) Operation Blue Star
D) Operation Thunderbolt
Which city was a major battlefield in the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Lahore
B) Delhi
C) Karachi
D) Mumbai
What was the name of the Indian operation in the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Operation Blue Star
B) Operation Grand Slam
C) Operation Vijay
D) Operation Riddle
Which international organization played a significant role in mediating peace after the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) United Nations
B) NATO
C) SEATO
D) ASEAN
Which agreement was signed to end the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Shimla Agreement
B) Tashkent Agreement
C) Lahore Declaration
D) Indus Waters Treaty
Who mediated the Tashkent Agreement between India and Pakistan?
A) John F. Kennedy
B) Lyndon B. Johnson
C) Alexei Kosygin
D) Nikita Khrushchev
When did the 1965 Indo-Pak War officially start?
A) April 1965
B) August 1965
C) December 1965
D) July 1965
When did the 1965 Indo-Pak War officially end?
A) September 1965
B) October 1965
C) November 1965
D) December 1965
What was the role of the United States during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Active military support to India
B) Active military support to Pakistan
C) Economic sanctions on both countries
D) Mediation and ceasefire facilitation
Which Pakistani tank was extensively used during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) T-55
B) M48 Patton
C) T-34
D) M60
Which Indian tank was prominently used during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) T-55
B) Vijayanta
C) Centurion
D) Arjun
Which city in India was targeted by Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Amritsar
B) Delhi
C) Jaipur
D) Kolkata
What was the result of the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Decisive Indian victory
B) Decisive Pakistani victory
C) Stalemate with no clear victor
D) Annexation of Kashmir by India
Which Indian Air Force aircraft was widely used during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) MiG-21
B) Hawker Hunter
C) Sukhoi Su-30
D) Mirage 2000
Which Pakistani Air Force aircraft played a significant role in the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) F-16
B) Mirage III
C) F-86 Sabre
D) JF-17 Thunder
How did the 1965 Indo-Pak War affect the Kashmir conflict?
A) Resolved the Kashmir conflict
B) Escalated tensions further
C) Led to the division of Kashmir
D) No significant impact on the Kashmir conflict
Which country’s leader played a key role in the ceasefire between India and Pakistan in 1965?
A) United States
B) Soviet Union
C) China
D) United Kingdom
What was the main objective of Operation Gibraltar?
A) Capture Delhi
B) Occupy Kashmir
C) Destroy Indian Navy
D) Sabotage Indian defenses in Punjab
What was the main consequence of the Tashkent Agreement for India and Pakistan?
A) Permanent peace
B) Status quo ante bellum
C) Territorial exchange
D) Military alliance
Who was the Pakistani Foreign Minister during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Zulfikar Ali Bhutto
B) Muhammad Ali Bogra
C) Agha Hilaly
D) Gohar Ayub Khan
Which battle is considered a significant tank battle of the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Battle of Longewala
B) Battle of Rezang La
C) Battle of Asal Uttar
D) Battle of Hilli
How did the Indian Navy contribute during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Blockade of Karachi
B) Attack on Gwadar
C) Patrol of Indian waters
D) Sinking Pakistani submarines
What was the role of China during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Supported India
B) Supported Pakistan
C) Remained neutral
D) Mediated peace talks
Which Indian leader coined the slogan “Jai Jawan Jai Kisan” during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Indira Gandhi
C) Lal Bahadur Shastri
D) Rajiv Gandhi
What was the significance of the Battle of Haji Pir during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Indian victory capturing strategic pass
B) Pakistani victory pushing Indian forces back
C) Naval engagement in the Arabian Sea
D) Air battle over Kashmir
Which was the primary naval force of Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) PNS Babur
B) PNS Ghazi
C) PNS Tipu Sultan
D) PNS Shah Jahan
How did the 1965 Indo-Pak War impact the economies of both countries?
A) Boosted economic growth
B) Caused significant economic strain
C) No impact on the economy
D) Led to economic sanctions
Which Pakistani general led the troops in Operation Grand Slam?
A) General Ayub Khan
B) General Yahya Khan
C) General Tikka Khan
D) General Akhtar Hussain Malik
What was the main outcome of Operation Grand Slam?
A) Capture of Akhnoor
B) Failure to achieve objectives
C) Capture of Lahore
D) Destruction of Indian Navy
Who was the Chief of Army Staff of India during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) General Kodandera Subayya Thimayya
B) General Joyanto Nath Chaudhuri
C) General Sam Manekshaw
D) General Pran Nath Thapar
What was the role of the Soviet Union during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Supported India militarily
B) Supported Pakistan militarily
C) Mediated peace talks
D) Imposed economic sanctions on both countries
What did India achieve in the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Full control over Kashmir
B) Territorial gains in Punjab
C) Strategic upper hand
D) Annexation of Karachi
Which Indian Army division played a crucial role in the Battle of Asal Uttar?
A) 1st Armoured Division
B) 2nd Armoured Division
C) 3rd Infantry Division
D) 4th Mountain Division
What was Pakistan’s main objective during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Capture Delhi
B) Gain control of Kashmir
C) Annex Punjab
D) Occupy Mumbai
Which Indian state was primarily affected by the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Rajasthan
B) Gujarat
C) Punjab
D) Maharashtra
What was the outcome of the Battle of Chawinda during the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Indian victory
B) Pakistani victory
C) Stalemate
D) Destruction of Indian tanks
How did the 1965 Indo-Pak War influence future Indo-Pak relations?
A) Improved relations
B) Led to further conflicts
C) Resolved all disputes
D) Established permanent peace
Which Indian leader passed away shortly after the 1965 Indo-Pak War?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Lal Bahadur Shastri
C) Indira Gandhi
D) Rajiv Gandhi
What was the long-term impact of the 1965 Indo-Pak War on Kashmir?
A) Resolution of the conflict
B) Increased military presence
C) Withdrawal of forces
D) Annexation by India
