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Where is the Indian Military Academy (IMA) located?

  • In Dehradun (correct)
  • In Kolkata
  • In Delhi
  • In Panu

    • Who was the President of Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak war?

  • Yogendra Singh Yadav
  • General Ayub Khan (correct)
  • Indira Gandhi
  • Sam Manekshaw

    • Which of the following Prime Ministers was in power during the formation of Bangladesh?

  • Jawaharlal Nehru
  • Lal Bahadur Shastri
  • Manmohan Singh
  • Indira Gandhi (correct)

    • Which British 'Taj' served in the Indian Army?

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    Where was the Military College opened in 1922?

    <p>Dehradun (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the place of British 'Taj' in the Indian Army after independence?

    <p>Ashok Nachan (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the President of Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak war?

    <p>Ayub Khan (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the Prime Minister of India during the 1965 Indo-Pak war?

    <p>Lal Bahadur Shashti (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did East Pakistan become in 1970?

    <p>Bangladesh (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Military College in Dehradun, what cleaning material is used for cleaning the chamber of the 7.62 mm SLR?

    <p>Sole (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus in Snappy Shooting at a 25-yard range?

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    Who was the President of Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak war?

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    Which Prime Minister led India during the formation of Bangladesh as a result of the 1971 India-Pakistan war?

    <p>Indira Gandhi (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between Snappy Shooting and Rapid Fire as described in the text?

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    Which cleaning material is NOT mentioned for the 7.62 mm SLR in the text?

    <p>'Taj' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    IMA Location

    The Indian Military Academy (IMA) is located in Dehradun.

    Pakistani President (1965)

    Ayub Khan was President of Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak war.

    Indian PM (Bangladesh)

    Indira Gandhi was the Prime Minister of India during the formation of Bangladesh.

    British Taj in Army

    General Manoj Pandey was a British 'Taj' in the Indian Army.

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    Military College Opening

    The Military College in Dehradun opened in 1922.

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    British Taj's Post-Independence Role

    Ashok Nachan was the British 'Taj's post-independence role in the Indian Army.

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    Pakistani President (1965) - Alternative

    Ayub Khan was President of Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak war.

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    Indian PM (1965)

    Lal Bahadur Shashtri was the Prime Minister of India during the 1965 Indo-Pak war.

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    East Pakistan (1971)

    East Pakistan became Bangladesh in 1971.

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    7.62 mm SLR Cleaning

    Sole is the cleaning material for the chamber of the 7.62 mm SLR.

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    Snappy Shooting Focus

    Snappy Shooting at a 25-yard range focuses on accuracy in aiming.

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    Pakistani President (1965) - Repeat

    Ayub Khan was President of Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak war.

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    India's PM during 1971 War

    Indira Gandhi was the Prime Minister of India during the 1971 India-Pakistan war.

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    Snappy vs Rapid Fire

    Snappy Shooting focuses on accurate aiming; Rapid Fire emphasizes speed.

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    Excluded Cleaning Material

    The cleaning material 'Taj' was not mentioned for the 7.62 mm SLR.

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    Study Notes

    Indian Army and Military History

    • The Central Command of the Army is located in Linau.
    • The battle of Haldighati took place between Rajput and Mughal armies.
    • The Karangal war ended in 1999.
    • Bangladesh got independence through the India-Pakistan war fought in 1971.

    Mewar and Maharana Pratap

    • Maharana Pratap was the ruler of Mewar.
    • The capital of Mewar is Udaipur.

    Indian Military Academy

    • The Indian Military Academy (IMA) is located in Dehradun.
    • The IMA was opened in 1922.

    National Yoga Day and Awards

    • National Yoga Day is celebrated on 21st June.
    • Paramveer Chakra was awarded to Major Somnath Sharma.
    • Sam Manekshaw was awarded the Paramveer Chakra.

    Indo-Pak Wars

    • The President of Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak war was Ayub Khan.
    • The Prime Minister of India during the 1965 Indo-Pak war was Lal Bahadur Shastri.
    • The Prime Minister of India during the 1971 Indo-Pak war was Indira Gandhi.

    Army Commands

    • There are 7 commands in the army.
    • The Army Training Command is located in Nashamala.

    Param Vir Chakra Winners

    • The first Param Vir Chakra winner was Major Somnath Sharma.
    • Other winners include Lieutenant Manoj Pandey, Captain Navkram Batra, and Yogendra Singh Yadav.

    Cleaning Materials of 7.62 mm SLR

    • Palu
    • Nachandi
    • Sole
    • Carpet
    • Rod
    • Body brush
    • Chamber brush
    • Wire gauge

    Snapping Fire and Rapid Fire

    • Snapping fire is a shooting technique where cadets take five shots at the target from 25 yards.
    • Rapid fire is a continuous firing technique without any break.

    Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw

    • Sam Manekshaw was born on 3 April 1914 in Amritsar.
    • He graduated from the Indian Military Academy in 1932.
    • He joined the Indian Army in 1934.
    • He played a crucial role in the Indo-Pak war of 1971, leading to the independence of Bangladesh.
    • He was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1972.
    • He died on 27 June 2008.

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    Test your knowledge on Indian military history with questions about the opening of the Military College in 1922, the post-independence role of the British 'Taj' in the Indian Army, and the President of Pakistan during the 1965 Indo-Pak war.

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