Question
Q28. Operations Undertaken by the Army towards
Upliftment of the local populations in remote areas to include addressing of their basic needs is called:
- Operation Sankalp
- Operation Maitri
- Operation Sadbhavana
- Operation Madad
Answer : 3
Detailed Explanation
· Operation Sadbhavana exemplifies the Indian Army’s commitment to nation-building through humanitarian efforts, aiming to win the “hearts and minds” of local populations and promote peace and development in conflict-affected regions.
· Operation Sadbhavana, meaning “Goodwill,” is a humanitarian initiative launched by the Indian Army in the late 1990s to address the needs and aspirations of people affected by terrorism and insurgency, particularly in the regions of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The operation aims to foster goodwill, promote development, and integrate local populations into the national mainstream.