Khudadad Khan was the first South Asian (Pakistani from chakwal) soldier in Indian-British Army to receive the highest military award for gallantry, the Victoria Cross, during First World War. In which country was he fighting due to that he earned Victoria Cross ?
Correct answer: C. Belgium
- A. Austria
- B. France
- C. Belgium
- D. Germany
Explanation
Khudadad Khan earned the Victoria Cross for his actions near Hollebeke in Belgium during the First World War. He became the first soldier from the Indian subcontinent to receive the award.
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