Fill in the Blanks — 1 Mark Each

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Complete using words or facts from the chapter.

1. Major Somnath Sharma was the first recipient of the ____________. 1 Mark
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Answer: Param Vir Chakra

Reason: The chapter directly identifies him as the first PVC recipient.

2. D Company belonged to the ____________ Regiment. 1 Mark
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Answer: Kumaon

Reason: The text names the 4th Battalion of Kumaon Regiment.

3. The Battle of Badgam took place on ____________ 1947. 1 Mark
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Answer: 03 November

Reason: The patrol and battle are dated 03 November 1947.

4. D Company had about ____________ soldiers at Badgam. 1 Mark
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Answer: 90

Reason: The chapter gives this approximate number.

5. The enemy force numbered about ____________ invaders. 1 Mark
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Answer: 500

Reason: The chapter states about 500 invaders.

6. Major Sharma requested ____________ after assessing the situation. 1 Mark
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Answer: air strikes

Reason: He requested air support and guided the aircraft.

7. D Company held its position for over ____________ more hours after Major Sharma was killed. 1 Mark
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Answer: six

Reason: The text says over six more hours.

8. Major Somnath Sharma died at the age of ____________. 1 Mark
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Answer: 24

Reason: The chapter states that he laid down his life at age 24.

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