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This disputed region became the center of attention when India shot down a Pakistani surveillance plane killing all 16 on board on:

Correct answer: C. 10th August, 1999

  • A. 18th September, 1999
  • B. 15 the October, 1993
  • C. 10th August, 1999
  • D. 21st November, 1999

Explanation

On 10 August 1999, an Indian MiG-21 shot down the Pakistan Navy Atlantique reconnaissance aircraft near the Sir Creek area, killing all 16 personnel aboard. This incident intensified the existing India-Pakistan dispute.

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