Correct Answer:
B. Afghan War
The question concerns the specific conflict where Pakistan utilized the Stinger missile. The Stinger missile is a man-portable air-defense system (MANPADS) known for its effectiveness against low-flying aircraft.
- Pakistan played a crucial role in the Afghan War (specifically the Soviet-Afghan War from 1979-1989) by supporting the Afghan Mujahideen. The United States supplied Stinger missiles to the Mujahideen through Pakistan, which proved highly effective against Soviet helicopters and aircraft. This significantly impacted the course of the war, making option B the correct answer.
- Pakistan was not directly involved in any Israel War where Stinger missiles would have been deployed.
- While Pakistan has fought several Indian Wars, the prominent and widely documented use of Stinger missiles by Pakistan or its allies was not in these conflicts.
The Stinger's deployment in the Afghan War is a well-known historical fact.