1.Why is Siachen so important?
Ans: The Siachen glacier demarcates central Asia from the Indian subcontinent, and separates Pakistan from China in the region. * The Saltoro Ridge of the Siachin glacier serves as a divide that prevents direct linking of PoK with China, stopping them to develop geographical military linkages in the area.
2.Who controls Siachen Glacier?
Ans: India took control of the 70-kilometre-long (43 mi) Siachen Glacier and its tributary glaciers, as well as all the main passes and heights of the Saltoro Ridge immediately west of the glacier, including Sia La, Bilafond La, and Gyong La.
3.Who won the Siachen War?
Ans: On 13 April 1984, Indian troops snatched control of the Siachen glacier in northern Kashmir, narrowly beating Pakistan. Thirty years later, the two sides remain locked in a stand-off, but the Indian army mountaineer who inspired the operation says his country must hang on whatever the cost.
Extra Questions
1. Is Tibet a part of China or India?
Ans: Tibet was never part of the actual ruler of India. But certain part of Tibet has been disputed and conquered by British India and Namgyal dynasty of Ladakh. ... Most of the history Tibet has been an independent strong Kingdom or has been either a tributary state or under full Chinese sovereignty.
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