OTHER BORDERS ARE FROM COLONIAL HISTORY WITH ETHNIC DISPUTES - WAGAH BORDER CEREMONY - INDIA, PAKISTAN Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What is the Daily military practice conducted by the border security forces of India and Pakistan?
A
Lowering of flags
2
Q
Which forces participate in the lowering of flags ceremony?
A
Border Security Forces of India (BSF) and Pakistan Rangers
3
Q
Since what year has the lowering of flags ceremony been conducted?
A
199
4
Q
What type of movements characterize the lowering of flags ceremony?
A
Rapid dance-like maneuvers
5
Q
What does the lowering of flags ceremony symbolize?
A
Rivalry but also brotherhood and cooperation
6
Q
When does the lowering of flags ceremony take place?
A
Every evening before sunset
7
Q
Where is the lowering of flags ceremony held?
A
Wagah border
