PATROL

Question 1

Routes & Navig
In order to maintain dir, a high degree of skill in navig is essential. What are the principles aid to movement in mtnous trn? [PUSA] - 4

Answer 1

(a) Prep of navigational chart & a route sketch before setting forth.
(b) Use of compass & pacing distance.
(c) Short bounds & frequent checking. Intermediate bounds should be recognized while xing obsts.
(d) A through study of grnd to be traversed with help of latest air photographs especially oblique ones.

Question 2

Special Msn
Mtnous trn permits emp of small & large parties on special msn raiding parties can easily slip through carry out their task & return to base. What are the tasks allotted to special msn patrols in mtn? [DRS]3

Answer 2

(a) Disrupting en L of C, by destroying brs & other imp selected tgts.
(b) Raiding en posts, hqs, gun areas, harbors & adm areas & such other clandestine activity.
(c) Seizing or defending imp tactical features passes defiles & bridges.