Recently, the Indian Army conducted a 'surgical strike' across the 'Line of Control (LoC)' between India and Pakistan. The strike was an attempt to foil the new infiltration bid by the terrorists.
As soon as the news of surgical strike was released to media, a lot of praise came from every corner of the country. The decision to conduct the counter offensive against the militants who supposedly killed 18 soldiers in Uri, was hailed as the 'justice done' to soldiers who died while serving their country.
However, the Pakistan has negated the news of any such strike been undertaken on its territory. Opposition parties in India have also started demanding the proofs of such a strike. As the matter to release the proofs is under consideration, let's attempt a question on this topic.
Question 1) Which of the following statements is incorrect with respect to a 'surgical strike'?
Answer options
a) It is a swift and a targeted attack towards a specific target.
b) It aims to neutralize a target while ensuring minimum collateral damage.
c) It can be conducted either via air-raid or via ground operation.
d) It is a part of India's 'Strategic Restraint' policy.
Answer:
1) d, Such strikes are manifestation of dilution of India's 'Strategic Restraint' policy.
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