India-Pakistan Tensions 2025: Must-Know GK for CLAT 2025 Students

CL Team May 09 2025
2 min read

Recent India-Pakistan Tensions: What CLAT Aspirants Should Know

When preparing for a competitive exam like CLAT, staying updated on current affairs is as essential as legal reasoning and aptitude practice. This year, tensions along the India-Pakistan border and international diplomatic exchanges have once again made headlines. For law aspirants, understanding these incidents isn’t just about knowing the facts — it’s also about grasping the legal, diplomatic, and security implications.

In this blog, we’ll unpack the recent developments and explore how such issues could surface in your CLAT 2025 GK section or interviews.


What Happened Recently Between India and Pakistan?

In early May 2025, reports emerged of heightened military activity near the Line of Control (LoC) after a suspected terrorist infiltration attempt in the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir. According to the Indian Army, the intruders were neutralized during a cross-border firing incident.

In response, Pakistan issued a statement condemning the action, leading to diplomatic back-and-forth between both nations. This incident revived global attention on the Kashmir issue and the larger India-Pakistan conflict — a topic that consistently finds its place in law entrance exam General Knowledge and Current Affairs sections.


Why Is This Important for CLAT GK and Legal Reasoning?

For CLAT aspirants, especially those aiming for top NLUs, this incident is more than just news. It raises critical discussions around:

  • International Law & Human Rights: Rules governing ceasefire violations, sovereignty, and counter-terrorism operations.

  • Diplomatic Relations: The legal standing of such events in international courts like the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

  • India’s Defence Policies: Understanding constitutional provisions under Article 355 and Article 352-360 related to national security and emergency provisions.

These topics might appear as direct questions, comprehension-based passages, or as part of your essay/GD-PI topics in integrated law programs.


Sample CLAT GK Questions You Could Expect

Q1: Which district in Jammu & Kashmir was recently in the news for a cross-border firing incident in May 2025?
A) Baramulla
B) Kupwara
C) Poonch
D) Rajouri

Answer: B) Kupwara


Q2: Which Article in the Indian Constitution empowers the President to declare a national emergency in case of external aggression or armed rebellion?
A) Article 352
B) Article 356
C) Article 360
D) Article 370

Answer: A) Article 352


Q3: The International Court of Justice is headquartered in:
A) Geneva
B) The Hague
C) New York
D) Paris

Answer: B) The Hague


How to Prepare for GK Questions on Security and Diplomacy?

  1. Follow Reliable News Sources: Read The HinduIndian Express, and watch bulletins on national news channels.

  2. Refer to Monthly Current Affairs Compilations from credible coaching institutes.

  3. Understand the Legal Angle: Don’t just memorize facts — know the constitutional provisions, international laws, and diplomatic processes involved.

  4. Practice MCQs: Solve daily GK quizzes focusing on security, defense, and international affairs.


Why Regular Current Affairs Practice Is a Must for CLAT 2025

In the last few CLAT papers, 22-25% of the GK section had current affairs from national security, defense policies, and diplomatic incidents. Topics like India-China border issues, Indo-Pak conflicts, and major terror attacks repeatedly appear in comprehension-based questions.

The best part? You don’t need to memorize every little detail. Focus on major headlines, background context, and legal/diplomatic implications.


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Final Thoughts

National security incidents like the recent India-Pakistan border tensions aren’t just part of daily news — for a law aspirant, they open doors to legal debates, international diplomacy, and constitutional discussions. Stay updated, stay sharp, and always approach such topics with a legal reasoning perspective. To receive weekly CLAT-specific current affairs alerts, visit Career Launcher Malviya Nagar and sign up for our CLAT prep programs.