50 General Knowledge Questions & Answers on Operation Sindoor
1. What was Operation Sindoor?
A retaliatory military operation launched by India on May 7, 2025, targeting nine terror camps in Pakistan and PoK after the Pahalgam attack. It killed over 100 terrorists with precision strikes over 23 minutes.
2. What incident triggered Operation Sindoor?
A terrorist attack on April 22, 2025 in Pahalgam’s Baisaran valley killed 26 tourists.}
3. When was Operation Sindoor carried out?
It began at 1 a.m. on May 7, 2025 and lasted about 23 minutes.
4. How many terrorist targets were struck?
Nine terror camps and facilities were targeted across Pakistan and Pakistan‑occupied Kashmir.
5. How many terrorists were killed?
Over 100 terrorists, including Jaish‑e‑Mohammed leader Abdul Rauf Azhar.
6. Which key terrorist leader was eliminated?
Abdul Rauf Azhar, operational head of JeM linked to the IC‑814 hijacking.
7. Why is it called “Sindoor”?
“Sindoor” symbolises mourning for the widows who lost husbands in Pahalgam; India’s retaliation reclaimed their dignity.
8. What kinds of weapons were used?
Rafale fighter jets, cruise and surface‑to‑surface missiles, precision-guided bombs, and drones.
9. Were any civilian structures in India damaged?
No damage reported—even not a broken glass pane in India.
10. How did Pakistan respond?
It launched missile/drone attacks; India intercepted nearly 1,000 on May 9.
11. Who was credited with planning the operation?
Air Marshal Awadhesh Kumar Bharti and key intelligence by IPS Parag Jain.
12. What was the role of two women colonels?
They commanded air-defence units at Suratgarh and Pathankot, fending off Pakistan’s drone/missile attacks.
13. Which countries’ intelligence agencies were involved?
Indian agencies: IAF, RAW, military intelligence; led by Parag Jain (RAW) and Awadhesh Bharti (IAF).
14. Which terror camps were hit?
Camps in Bahawalpur, Muridke, Muzaffarabad, Sialkot and others including Masood Azhar’s family-linked facilities.
15. How long did the action last?
Approximately 23 minutes starting just after 1 a.m. on May 7.
16. What strategic shift did Rajnath Singh highlight?
He said “guns don’t win wars anymore”—emphasising logistics and timely resource delivery.
17. What outreach did the Army conduct post‑operation?
Nationwide outreach in schools and NCC cadet camps sharing footage and countering misinformation.
18. What defence initiative followed the operation?
India plans to launch 52 defence satellites by 2029 for continuous surveillance.
19. What did Ajit Doval say about air bases?
India struck 13 Pakistani air bases during the operation.
20. Was collateral damage reported?
Indian officials asserted no collateral damage; strikes were precise and non-escalatory.
21. Who was the CDS commenting on drone neutralisation?
Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan. He noted Pakistan used drones/loitering munitions, neutralised by kinetic and non‑kinetic means.
22. How many Pakistani missiles/drones were intercepted?
Nearly 1,000 were intercepted on May 9.
23. Did any high‑value terror figure’s relatives die?
Yes—14 relatives of Masood Azhar, including his brother’s family, were killed during strikes.
24. What was the outcome in Parliament?
PM Modi reaffirmed objectives met, denied external pressure; opposition questioned transparency.
25. Which opposition MP labelled it a “tamasha”?
Congress MP Praniti Shinde called Operation Sindoor a media spectacle.
26. Which leader urged unity beyond party lines?
Mayawati (BSP President) praised the operation and called for cooperative parliamentary strategy.
27. Did India communicate with Pakistan immediately after?
Yes—PM Modi said India called Pakistan just minutes after the strikes.
28. Who was promoted after the operation?
Lieutenant General Rajiv Ghai was promoted to Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy).
29. How did the army retaliate on May 6–7 LoC fire?
Within 3 minutes destroyed 13 enemy posts using pre‑coordinated fire.
30. What did families of victims say after the operation?
They thanked Army—victims’ kin saw it as justice and tribute.
31. Was it India’s first drone‑era retaliation?
It was part of the first drone‑war between two nuclear‑armed neighbours.
32. Which campaign honoured young widows metaphorically?
Operation Sindoor symbolised a public mourning and retaliation for the widows in Pahalgam.
33. How many defence satellites are planned post-operation?
India aims to deploy 52 defence satellites by 2029.
34. Did the operation target civilian structures in Pakistan?
India claimed only terror infrastructure was targeted; Pakistan alleged civilian areas hit.
35. How was Akashteer involved?
Akashteer is India’s indigenous AD control system used to detect and intercept missiles/drones.
36. Did any Indian airbases come under fire?
Yes—integration of AD units protected installations despite Pakistani aerial attacks.
37. Who led the intelligence side?
Parag Jain, newly appointed RAW chief, played a central role in intelligence gathering.
38. Which major terror training centre was destroyed?
The facility linked to Ajmal Kasab and David Headley’s training in Pakistan was demolished.
39. How was this narrated emotionally in media?
Stories highlighted widows who lost husbands just days after marriage, e.g. Himanshi Narwal. }
40. Did any political leader question intelligence failures?
SP MP Dimple Yadav questioned why security failed despite VIP visits and peace narrative.
41. Which minister said India destroyed 20 % of Pakistan Air Force?
Union Minister Anurag Thakur stated India destroyed about 20 % of Pakistan’s air force.
42. Did Operation Sindoor resume later?
Defence Minister said it could resume if another terror attack happens.
43. Which media face led briefing?
Colonel Sofiya Qureshi briefed media, highlighting precision and restraint.
44. How was Pakistan’s narrative challenged?
NSA Ajit Doval demanded evidence of damage in India and challenged foreign media claims.
45. When was ceasefire declared?
A ceasefire agreement followed and armed action paused by May 10, 2025.
46. How did PM describe Pakistan’s state?
PM Modi said Pakistan was still in “ICU”—a sign of its weakened state.
47. What doctrine did Operation Sindoor reshape?
It rewrote India’s counter‑terror doctrine prioritising logistics, precision and intelligence-driven strikes.
48. What is the significance for women in armed forces?
Women personnel, including pilots and COs, played pivotal roles from Siachen to air defence operations.
49. What was India’s message to global terror networks?
That India will retaliate swiftly, precisely, and will not tolerate terrorism or state complicity.
50. Where can students learn more about the operation?
Through Army outreach programs in educational institutions and NCC cadet camps across India.
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