77th Infantry Day – 27th October 2023

Current Context: The 77th Infantry Day was celebrated on October 27, 2023. This day is celebrated annually to commemorate the landing of the first battalion of the Sikh regiment at Srinagar airfield on October 27, 1947.

• The aim of celebrating Infantry Day is to commemorate the courage, valor, and sacrifices made by the Indian Infantry regiments during various battles.
• This historic action was taken to protect the people of Jammu & Kashmir from the Pakistani Kabaili Raiders, aided by the Pakistan Army, thwarting Pakistan’s plans to occupy the region.
• The Infantry Day was first celebrated in 1948 to commemorate the sacrifices made by Indian Infantry soldiers in the liberation of Jammu and Kashmir.
• Over the years, this day has become an important occasion to pay tribute to all Indian Infantry soldiers, past and present, for their courage, dedication, and service to the nation.

Question:

Q.1 When was the 77th Infantry Day celebrated?
a. October 26, 2023
b. October 27, 2023
c. October 28, 2023
d. October 29, 2023