Question

Arrange the following events of the Cold War in a chronological manner.
(A) Soviet invasion of Afghanistan
(B) Korean War
(C) Berlin War
(D) Soviet invasion of Hungary

• A. (A), (B), (D), (C)
• B. (A), (C), (D), (B)
• C. (B), (D), (C), (A)
• D. (A), (B), (C), (D)

Hint:

Link Cold War events with their years and broader geopolitical themes for better recall.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

1. The Korean War (1950–1953) marked one of the earliest conflicts of the Cold War.
2. The Soviet invasion of Hungary (1956) showcased the USSR’s dominance over Eastern Europe.
3. The Berlin Wall (1961) symbolized Cold War tensions at their peak.
4. The Soviet invasion of Afghanistan (1979) highlighted the USSR’s military engagements outside its territory.

This sequence reflects the Cold War’s geopolitical and military developments.