Question
Download Solution PDFIn 1986, an operation had to be conducted against terrorists in the Golden Temple. What was the name of this operation?
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Operation Black Thunder.Key Points
- Operation Black Thunder was conducted in May 1986 by the Indian Army to flush out terrorists who had taken control of the Golden Temple in Amritsar, India.
- The operation lasted for two days and resulted in the deaths of over 80 terrorists and 12 soldiers.
- The operation was controversial as it took place in a holy shrine and resulted in civilian casualties.
- The operation was a major success for the Indian government as it helped to restore law and order in the region and weaken the Khalistan movement.
Additional Information
- Operation Lightning Thunder was a joint military operation conducted by the United States and Uganda in 2008.
- It was against the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) in Uganda.
- Operation Thunder was a joint military exercise conducted by the United States and South Korea in 2013.
- It was done to improve their joint military capabilities.
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